The field of liquid crystals (LCs) has garnered much interest recently due to their potential applicability to molecular electronics, such as organic photovoltaic cells and field-effect transistors. Since shape induces certain LC phases, many different shapes of LC molecules have been investigated to find novel phases and properties that are pertinent to rising technology. In this research conducted, �hockey stick�-shaped LCs were designed by introducing a truncated asymmetric bent-core with a perfluoro tail that would induce de Vries phases. De Vries materials show strong candidacy to out-perform the traditional ferroelectric display materials. Initial exploration of these hybrid hockey stick de Vries materials shows interesting electro-optic and x-ray results.

Directed design and synthesis of novel asymmetric bent-core mesogens

247th National Meeting (2014)

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