Achieving intrinsically stretchable high-performance n-type polymer semiconductors via flexible linker engineering

Key Points

• This research aims to develop high-performance, intrinsically stretchable n-type polymer semiconductors.
• Developed two novel n-type polymers, P1TVT and P2TVT, using flexible linkers.
• Incorporated 1,2-di(thiophen-2-yl) ethane and 5,5'-bis(2-(thiophen-2-yl) ethyl)-2,2'-bithiophene linkers into the polymer structure.
• Demonstrated that the engineered polymers showed significant stretchability without compromising electrical performance.
• Achieved enhanced conductivity metrics, indicating superior performance compared to traditional materials.