Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose–reinforced metal–ligand coordination–entanglement eutectogels for highly sensitive, flexible temperature sensors

Key Points

• Highly sensitive temperature sensors exhibit significant responsiveness due to metal-ligand coordination.
• Temperature sensitivity is increased in eutectogels reinforced with hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.
• Experimental assessment highlights the flexibility of these sensors for diverse applications in monitoring.
• Eutectogels show promise for advancement in flexible sensor technology, though real-world applications remain to be explored.