Development of novel models for predicting mechanical properties of hydrogels based on network graph theory

• Main Author: You, Hao
• Other Authors: Lam Khin Yong
• Format: Thesis-Doctor of Philosophy
• Language: English
• Published: Nanyang Technological University 2024
• Subjects: Engineering; Hydrogel; Solid mechanics; Moddling
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/181142
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

This thesis delves into the development of advanced models for hydrogels, polymeric materials known for their high water content and ability to swell in aqueous environments. Hydrogels exhibit a wide range of properties, from soft and rubbery to tough and resilient, making them invaluable in various...