Impact-Resistant Adhesive Based on the Shear-Stiffening Effect via Dynamic B–O Linkages

The occurrence of adhesive failure under impact poses significant risks, including property damage, structural collapse, and even loss of life. Herein, we have developed a series of impact-resistant adhesives by incorporating dynamic B-O linkages into linear polymeric chains. These adhesives not only possess broad-area adhesion and superior adhesive strength compared to 3 M commercial products but also exhibit a shear-stiffening effect. The shear-stiffening effect provided by the B-O linkages endows the adhesives with remarkable impact resistance, achieving a force attenuation efficiency of 84.3-86.3%. Additionally, when they are bonded to target materials, the resulting sandwich structures retain their excellent impact resistance. Therefore, this class of impact-resistant adhesives with a shear-stiffening effect shows significant potential for applications in protecting precision instruments and buildings.