Electrically Responsive Multilayer Soft Actuators Using a Solvent-Free High Dielectric Permittivity Polysiloxane Ink

Key Points

• This research aims to enhance the efficiency of dielectric elastomer actuators through innovative materials and designs.
• Developed a solvent-free polysiloxane ink with high dielectric permittivity.
• Constructed multilayer soft dielectric elastomer actuators using the developed ink.
• Measured mechanical work produced by the actuators under electrical stimulation.
• Demonstrated increased mechanical work and force generation in the actuators.
• Noted significant performance improvements compared to traditional dielectric materials.