Smart sensor can be woven into bandages for real-time monitoring - Singapore
19-Nov-17, OpenGov
A research team from National University of Singapore (NUS) has developed a soft, flexible and stretchable microfibre sensor for real-time healthcare monitoring and diagnosis.
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The smart microfibre sensor comprises a liquid metallic alloy, which serves as the sensing element, encapsulated within a soft silicone microtube. This ultra-thin sensor is highly sensitive and has excellent electrical conductivity and mechanical deformability.
Wearable and flexible technology has gained significant interest in recent years, leading to tremendous progress in soft and wearable sensors.