Multi-functional 3D-printable composite integrates thermoregulation, kinetic actuation, energy harvesting into single continuous structure

https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1143589

"combines passive cooling/ biomechanical energy harvesting for adaptive thermoregulation... direct ink writing into flexible, breathable textiles... zirconium oxide-based, reflects 96% sunlight while releasing thermal radiation... 3 to 6°C cooler than surrounding ambient air... captures energy from wearer's movement generating electricity for motion sensing/ thermal regulation... seamlessly switch between cooling/ warming without bulky external power... autonomous soft robotics, wearables"