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Current trends in studies on reverse-mode polymer dispersed liquid-crystal films — A review

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Reverse-mode polymer dispersed liquid crystals (PDLCs) comprise an important new class of materials for optical device applications. Generally reverse-mode PDLCs are transparent and opaque in the absence and presence of an external field, respectively. Display devices based on reverse-mode PDLC technology are useful for large-area displays; because their fabrication for manufacturing shutters is considered to be easier and faster, they are also employed for automotive technology and smart windows. These devices can be operated at a low voltage, which conserves energy in intelligent-device applications. This work presents a comprehensive review of past research regarding reverse-mode PDLCs and includes the advantageous features, applications, and various fabrication methods of reverse-mode PDLCs and photo-chromic reverse-mode PDLCs. In addition, some new features of this technology that have recently been reported and future investigations by a variety of research groups are presented.

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  1. Liquid Crystal Research Center, Department of Chemistry, Konkuk University, Seoul, 143-701, Korea

    Farzana Ahmad & Y. J. Jeon

  2. Division of International Studies, University College, Konkuk University, Seoul, 143-701, Korea

    M. Jamil

  3. IAP, Department of Physics, Konkuk University, Seoul, 143-701, Korea

    M. Jamil

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Ahmad, F., Jamil, M. & Jeon, Y.J. Current trends in studies on reverse-mode polymer dispersed liquid-crystal films — A review. Electron. Mater. Lett. 10, 679–692 (2014). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13391-013-3279-8

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