Description:
With rapidly expanding interest in liquid crystalline polymers and elastomers among the liquid crystal community, researchers are currently exploring the wide range of possible application areas for these unique materials, including optical elements on displays, tunable lasers, strain gauges, micro-structures, and artificial muscles. This volume, written by respected scientists from academia and industry around the world, presents the most significant systems in the field - covering carefully selected topics in an accessible way for a diverse selection of readers.