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Zhu M, Chng SS, Cai W, Liu C, Du Z. Piezoelectric polymer nanofibers for pressure sensors and their applications in human activity monitoring. RSC Adv 2020; 10:21887-21894. [PMID: 35516603 PMCID: PMC9054528 DOI: 10.1039/d0ra03293j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2020] [Accepted: 06/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Miniaturized, wearable and self-powered sensors are crucial for applications in artificial intelligence, robotics, healthcare, and communication devices. In particular, piezoelectric polymer-based sensing systems have the advantages of light weight, large piezoelectricity and mechanical flexibility, offering great opportunities in flexible and stretchable electronic devices. Herein, free-standing large-size nanofiber (NF) membranes have been fabricated by an electrospinning technique. Our results show that the as-synthesized P(VDF–TrFE) NFs are pure β-phase and exhibit excellent mechanical and thermal properties. Besides having high sensitivity and operational stability, the fibrous sensor can generate remarkable electrical signals from applied pressure, with an output voltage of 18.1 V, output current of 0.177 μA, and power density of 22.9 μW cm−2. Moreover, such sensors also produce significant electrical performance of up to a few volts under human mechanical stress, thereby allowing for the monitoring of biomechanical movement of the human foot, elbow, and finger. Our study sheds light onto the use of piezoelectric polymers for flexible self-powered sensing electronics and wearable devices. Miniaturized, wearable and self-powered sensors are crucial for applications in artificial intelligence, robotics, healthcare, and communication devices.![]()
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- Minmin Zhu
- Temasek Laboratories
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
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- NOVITAS
- School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
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- NOVITAS
- School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
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- Temasek Laboratories
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
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- Temasek Laboratories
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore
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He T, Wang H, Wang J, Tian X, Wen F, Shi Q, Ho JS, Lee C. Self-Sustainable Wearable Textile Nano-Energy Nano-System (NENS) for Next-Generation Healthcare Applications. ADVANCED SCIENCE (WEINHEIM, BADEN-WURTTEMBERG, GERMANY) 2019; 6:1901437. [PMID: 31871857 PMCID: PMC6918113 DOI: 10.1002/advs.201901437] [Citation(s) in RCA: 80] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2019] [Revised: 07/20/2019] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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Wearable electronics presage a future in which healthcare monitoring and rehabilitation are enabled beyond the limitation of hospitals, and self-powered sensors and energy generators are key prerequisites for a self-sustainable wearable system. A triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) based on textiles can be an optimal option for scavenging low-frequency and irregular waste energy from body motions as a power source for self-sustainable systems. However, the low output of most textile-based TENGs (T-TENGs) has hindered its way toward practical applications. In this work, a facile and universal strategy to enhance the triboelectric output is proposed by integration of a narrow-gap TENG textile with a high-voltage diode and a textile-based switch. The closed-loop current of the diode-enhanced textile-based TENG (D-T-TENG) can be increased by 25 times. The soft, flexible, and thin characteristics of the D-T-TENG enable a moderate output even as it is randomly scrunched. Furthermore, the enhanced current can directly stimulate rat muscle and nerve. In addition, the capability of the D-T-TENG as a practical power source for wearable sensors is demonstrated by powering Bluetooth sensors embedded to clothes for humidity and temperature sensing. Looking forward, the D-T-TENG renders an effective approach toward a self-sustainable wearable textile nano-energy nano-system for next-generation healthcare applications.
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- Tianyiyi He
- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
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- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- National University of Singapore Suzhou Research Institute (NUSRI) Suzhou Industrial Park Suzhou 215123 China
- The N.1 Institute for Health National University of Singapore 28 Medical Drive, #05-COR 117456 Singapore Singapore
- Centre for Intelligent Sensors and MEMS National University of Singapore 4 Engineering Drive 3 117576 Singapore Singapore
- Hybrid Integrated Flexible Electronic Systems (HIFES) 5 Engineering Drive 1 117608 Singapore Singapore
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Flexible and durable wood-based triboelectric nanogenerators for self-powered sensing in athletic big data analytics. Nat Commun 2019; 10:5147. [PMID: 31772189 PMCID: PMC6879608 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-019-13166-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 140] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2019] [Accepted: 10/24/2019] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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In the new era of internet of things, big data collection and analysis based on widely distributed intelligent sensing technology is particularly important. Here, we report a flexible and durable wood-based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered sensing in athletic big data analytics. Based on a simple and effective strategy, natural wood can be converted into a high-performance triboelectric material with excellent mechanical properties, such as 7.5-fold enhancement in strength, superior flexibility, wear resistance and processability. The electrical output performance is also enhanced by more than 70% compared with natural wood. A self-powered falling point distribution statistical system and an edge ball judgement system are further developed to provide training guidance and real-time competition assistance for both athletes and referees. This work can not only expand the application area of the self-powered system to smart sport monitoring and assisting, but also promote the development of big data analytics in intelligent sports industry. Intelligent sensing technologies gain interest for the internet of things and applications that require collection and analysis of big data. Here the authors report a flexible and durable wood-based triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered sensing in athletic big data analytics.
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Abdel-Mohsen A, Pavliňák D, Čileková M, Lepcio P, Abdel-Rahman R, Jančář J. Electrospinning of hyaluronan/polyvinyl alcohol in presence of in-situ silver nanoparticles: Preparation and characterization. Int J Biol Macromol 2019; 139:730-739. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2019.07.205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Revised: 07/18/2019] [Accepted: 07/29/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Chen Y, Pu X, Liu M, Kuang S, Zhang P, Hua Q, Cong Z, Guo W, Hu W, Wang ZL. Shape-Adaptive, Self-Healable Triboelectric Nanogenerator with Enhanced Performances by Soft Solid-Solid Contact Electrification. ACS NANO 2019; 13:8936-8945. [PMID: 31260619 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.9b02690] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The viable application of soft electronics/robotics relies on the development of power devices which are desired to be flexible, deformable, or even self-healable. We report here a shape-adaptive, self-healable triboelectric nanogenerator (SS-TENG) for harvesting biomechanical energies. The use of a viscoelastic polymer, normally known as Silly Putty, as the electrification material and as the matrix of a carbon-nanotube-filled composite (CNT-putty) electrode endows the SS-TENG the capability of adapting to arbitrary irregular surfaces and instantaneous healing from mechanical damage (almost completely recovered in 3 min without extra stimuli). Furthermore, the output performances of the SS-TENG have also been significantly improved because (i) the ideal soft contact is achieved at the solid-solid interfaces for more effective contact electrification and (ii) the introduced cation dopants make the putty even more tribo-negative than polytetrafluoroethylene. The SS-TENG can be adhered to any curvy surface, tailored, and reshaped into arbitrary configurations and utilized as a power supply for small electronics, suggesting promising applications in soft electronics/robotics in the future.
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- Yanghui Chen
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
- Institute of Semiconductors , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
- Center on Nanoenergy Researh, School of Physical Science and Technology , Guangxi University , Nanning 530004 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
- Center on Nanoenergy Researh, School of Physical Science and Technology , Guangxi University , Nanning 530004 , China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-Nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , China
- Center on Nanoenergy Researh, School of Physical Science and Technology , Guangxi University , Nanning 530004 , China
- School of Materials Science and Engineering , Georgia Institute of Technology , Atlanta , Georgia 30332 , United States
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Xiong J, Lee PS. Progress on wearable triboelectric nanogenerators in shapes of fiber, yarn, and textile. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF ADVANCED MATERIALS 2019; 20:837-857. [PMID: 31497178 PMCID: PMC6720508 DOI: 10.1080/14686996.2019.1650396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2019] [Accepted: 07/28/2019] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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Textile has been known for thousands of years for its ease of use, comfort, and wear resistance, which resulted in a wide range of applications in garments and industry. More recently, textile emerges as a promising substrate for self-powered wearable power sources that are desired in wearable electronics. Important progress has been attained in the exploitation of wearable triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) in shapes of fiber, yarn, and textile. Along with the effective integration of other devices such as supercapacitor, lithium battery, and solar cell, their feasibility for realizing self-charging wearable systems has been proven. In this review, according to the manufacturing process of traditional textiles starting from fibers, twisting into yarns, and weaving into textiles, we summarize the progress on wearable TENGs in shapes of fiber, yarn, and textile. We explicitly discuss the design strategies, configurations, working mechanism, performances, and compare the merits of each type of TENGs. Finally, we present the perspectives, existing challenges and possible routes for future design and development of triboelectric textiles.
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- Jiaqing Xiong
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
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- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, Singapore
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Tatullo M, Genovese F, Aiello E, Amantea M, Makeeva I, Zavan B, Rengo S, Fortunato L. Phosphorene Is the New Graphene in Biomedical Applications. MATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2019; 12:E2301. [PMID: 31323844 PMCID: PMC6678593 DOI: 10.3390/ma12142301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2019] [Revised: 07/09/2019] [Accepted: 07/16/2019] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Nowadays, the research of smart materials is focusing on the allotropics, which have specific characteristics that are useful in several areas, including biomedical applications. In recent years, graphene has revealed interesting antibacterial and physical peculiarities, but it has also shown limitations. Black phosphorus has structural and biochemical properties that make it ideal for biomedical applications: 2D sheets of black phosphorus are called Black Phosphorene (BP), and it could replace graphene in the coming years. BP, similar to other 2D materials, can be used for colorimetric and fluorescent detectors, as well as for biosensing devices. BP also shows high in vivo biodegradability, producing non-toxic agents in the body. This characteristic is promising for pharmacological applications, as well as for scaffold and prosthetic coatings. BP shows low cytotoxicity, thus avoiding the induction of local inflammation or toxicity. As such, BP is a good candidate for different applications in the biomedical sector. Properties such as biocompatibility, biodegradability, and biosafety are essential for use in medicine. In this review, we have exploited all such aspects, also comparing BP with other similar materials, such as the well-known graphene.
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- Marco Tatullo
- Marrelli Health-Tecnologica Research Institute, Biomedical Section, Street E. Fermi, 88900 Crotone, Italy.
- Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, 119435 Moscow, Russia.
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- Marrelli Health-Tecnologica Research Institute, Biomedical Section, Street E. Fermi, 88900 Crotone, Italy
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- Marrelli Health-Tecnologica Research Institute, Biomedical Section, Street E. Fermi, 88900 Crotone, Italy
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- Marrelli Health-Tecnologica Research Institute, Biomedical Section, Street E. Fermi, 88900 Crotone, Italy
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- Department of Therapeutic Dentistry, I.M. Sechenov First Moscow State Medical University, 119435 Moscow, Russia
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- Maria Cecilia Hospital, GVM Care & Research, 48033 Cotignola (RA), Italy
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, University of Padova, 35100 Padova, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive and Odontostomatological Sciences, University of Napoli Federico II, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Magna Graecia University of Catanzaro, 88100 Catanzaro, Italy
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Sadri B, Abete AM, Martinez RV. Simultaneous electrophysiological recording and self-powered biosignal monitoring using epidermal, nanotexturized, triboelectronic devices. NANOTECHNOLOGY 2019; 30:274003. [PMID: 30889556 DOI: 10.1088/1361-6528/ab10e9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The fabrication of multifunctional epidermal electronic devices capable of efficiently reading electrophysiological signals and converting low-amplitude mechanical signals into electric outputs promises to pave the way towards the development of self-powered wearable sensors, smart consumer electronics, and human-machine interfaces. This article describes the scalable and cost-effective fabrication of epidermal, nanotexturized, triboelectronic devices (EnTDs). EnTDs can be conformably worn on the skin and efficiently monitor electrophysiological signals, temperature, and hydration levels. EnTDs, while measuring electrophysiological signals, can also convert imperceptible time-variant body motions into electrical signals using a nanotexturized triboelectric layer, enabling the self-powered monitoring of respiration, swallowing, and arterial pulse. These results suggest the potential of EnTDs as a new class of multifunctional skin-like sensors for biomedical monitoring and self-powered sensing applications.
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- Behnam Sadri
- Department of Industrial Engineering, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN 47907, United States of America
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Wu F, Li C, Cao R, Du X. High-Performance Electronic Cloth for Facilitating the Rehabilitation of Human Joints. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2019; 11:22722-22729. [PMID: 31150205 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.9b04860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The concern about easily characterizing the conditions of human joints to facilitate rehabilitation during recovery training has been out of sight, even though it is acknowledged that timely recovering functions of injured joints is a must. To facilitate the situation to be addressed, a stretchable, air-permeable electronic cloth (SApEC) was fabricated by electrostatic spinning and hot-pressing. The SApEC consists of conductive-elastic fabric Ag and composite nanofibrous membrane (CNFM) with components of poly(vinylidene fluoride- co-hexa-fluoropropyiene) and thermoplastic urethane. The electronic cloth not only owns chemical stability and ultralight weight, but scavenges triboelectric signals from joint movements. These characters allow the SApEC to be an easy and convenient indicator to indicate the activity of joints, when users get rehabilitation training in non-hospital places. With the assistance of several electronic components, the SApEC could control alarms, such as a warning lamp. This favorable ability allows the SApEC to make alerts, once users face any accidents again, like sudden fall or heart failure. Given the advantages mentioned above, it is reasonable to believe that the SApEC has a promising prospect in portable and wearable electronics, involving indicating rehabilitation of joints and keeping an eye on users' safety.
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- Fan Wu
- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering , University of Science and Technology Beijing , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-Oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , P. R. China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , P. R. China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering , University of Science and Technology Beijing , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-Oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , P. R. China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , P. R. China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering , University of Science and Technology Beijing , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-Oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , P. R. China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , P. R. China
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- School of Energy and Environmental Engineering , University of Science and Technology Beijing , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Key Laboratory of Resource-Oriented Treatment of Industrial Pollutants , Beijing 100083 , China
- Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems , Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100083 , P. R. China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology , University of Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100049 , P. R. China
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Nie J, Wang Z, Ren Z, Li S, Chen X, Lin Wang Z. Power generation from the interaction of a liquid droplet and a liquid membrane. Nat Commun 2019; 10:2264. [PMID: 31118419 PMCID: PMC6531479 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-019-10232-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2019] [Accepted: 04/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Triboelectric nanogenerators are an energy harvesting technology that relies on the coupling effects of contact electrification and electrostatic induction between two solids or a liquid and a solid. Here, we present a triboelectric nanogenerator that can work based on the interaction between two pure liquids. A liquid-liquid triboelectric nanogenerator is achieved by passing a liquid droplet through a freely suspended liquid membrane. We investigate two kinds of liquid membranes: a grounded membrane and a pre-charged membrane. The falling of a droplet (about 40 μL) can generate a peak power of 137.4 nW by passing through a pre-charged membrane. Moreover, this membrane electrode can also remove and collect electrostatic charges from solid objects, indicating a permeable sensor or charge filter for electronic applications. The liquid-liquid triboelectric nanogenerator can harvest mechanical energy without changing the object motion and it can work for many targets, including raindrops, irrigation currents, microfluidics, and tiny particles.
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- Jinhui Nie
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China.
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China.
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- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100083, Beijing, China.
- School of Nanoscience and Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, 100049, Beijing, China.
- School of Materials Science and Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA, 30332-0245, USA.
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Zhong W, Xu L, Yang X, Tang W, Shao J, Chen B, Wang ZL. Open-book-like triboelectric nanogenerators based on low-frequency roll-swing oscillators for wave energy harvesting. NANOSCALE 2019; 11:7199-7208. [PMID: 30919844 DOI: 10.1039/c8nr09978b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The invention of triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) provides a great opportunity for large-scale harvesting of water wave energy, which is both clean and renewable. To realize this prospect, devices with high power density and low-frequency response capability are highly desired. Here, an open-book-like triboelectric nanogenerator with enhanced power density and high responsivity to wave agitations is presented. The device efficiently integrates a large number of TENG units into an open-book-like structure in a limited space, greatly improving the volume density of the microstructured contact interface. A mechanism of force conduction chain is proposed for the first time to effectively drive multiple stacked TENG units. For a device with 50 units, the transferred charges can reach 26 μC and the short-circuit current is 0.45 mA, which should set new records among similar devices. The design of the roll-swing oscillator demonstrates a nonlinear feature in the elasticity with double energy minima, enabling a wide frequency response at low frequencies which is crucial for harvesting wave energy. When agitated by water waves, the roll-swing oscillator can respond effectively to the excitation and drive the stacked TENG units with the assistance of the force conduction chain. A high peak power density of 7.45 W m-3 and an average power density of 0.335 W m-3 in water were obtained. Such high performance of the device makes it an excellent candidate for constructing self-powered marine systems or large-scale wave energy harvesting farms to realize the blue energy dream.
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- Wei Zhong
- CAS Center for Excellence in Nanoscience, Beijing Key Laboratory of Micro-nano Energy and Sensor, Beijing Institute of Nanoenergy and Nanosystems, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100083, China.
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Upconversion fluorescent aptasensor for bisphenol A and 17β-estradiol based on a nanohybrid composed of black phosphorus and gold, and making use of signal amplification via DNA tetrahedrons. Mikrochim Acta 2019; 186:151. [PMID: 30712105 DOI: 10.1007/s00604-019-3266-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2018] [Accepted: 01/18/2019] [Indexed: 01/09/2023]
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This study describes an upconversion fluorescent aptasensor based on black phosphorus nanohybrids and self-assembled DNA tetrahedrons dual-amplification strategy for rapid detection of the environmental estrogens bisphenol A (BPA) and 17β-estradiol (E2). Tetrahedron complementary DNAs (T-cDNAs) were self-assembled in an oriented fashion on a 2D nanohybrid composed of black phosphorus (BP) and gold to give a materials of architecture BP-Au@T-cDNAs. In parallel, core-shell upconversion nanoparticles were modified with aptamers (UCNPs@apts) and used as capture probes. On complementary pairing, the BP-Au@T-cDNA quench the fluorescence of UCNPs@apts (measured at an excitation wavelength 808 nm and at main emission peaks at 545 nm and 805 nm.) Compared with single-stranded probes based on black phosphorus and gold, the dual-amplification strategy increases quenching efficiency by nearly 25%-30% and reduces capture time to 10 min. This is due to the higher optical absorption of 2D nanohybrid and the reduction of steric hindrance by T-cDNAs. Exposure to BPA or E2 cause the release of UCNPs@apts from the BP-Au@T-cDNAs due to stronger binding between aptamer and analyte. Hence, fluorescence recovers at 545 nm for BPA and 805 nm for E2. Based on these findings, a dually amplified aptamer assay was constructed that covers the 0.01 to 100 ng mL-1 BPA concentration range, and the 0.1 to 100 ng mL-1 E2 concentration range. The detection limits are 7.8 pg mL-1 and 92 pg mL-1, respectively. This method was applied to the simultaneous determination of BPA and E2 in spiked samples of water, food, serum and urine. Graphical abstract Schematic presentation of novel quenching probes designed by tetrahedron complementary DNAs oriented self-assembled on the surface of black phosphorus/gold nanohybrids. Combined with aptamer-modified upconversion nanoparticles, a dual-amplification self-assembled fluorescence nanoprobe was constructed for simultaneous detection of BPA and E2.
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Yoo D, Go EY, Choi D, Lee JW, Song I, Sim JY, Hwang W, Kim DS. Increased Interfacial Area between Dielectric Layer and Electrode of Triboelectric Nanogenerator toward Robustness and Boosted Energy Output. NANOMATERIALS 2019; 9:nano9010071. [PMID: 30621319 PMCID: PMC6359413 DOI: 10.3390/nano9010071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2018] [Revised: 12/27/2018] [Accepted: 12/28/2018] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Given the operation conditions wherein mechanical wear is inevitable, modifying bulk properties of the dielectric layer of a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) has been highlighted to boost its energy output. However, several concerns still remain in regards to the modification due to high-cost materials and cumbersome processes being required. Herein, we report TENG with a microstructured Al electrode (TENG_ME) as a new approach to modifying bulk properties of the dielectric layer. The microstructured Al electrode is utilized as a component of TENG to increase the interfacial area between the dielectric layer and electrode. Compared to the TENG with a flat Al electrode (TENG_F), the capacitance of TENG_ME is about 1.15 times higher than that of TENG_F, and the corresponding energy outputs of a TENG_ME are 117 μA and 71 V, each of which is over 1.2 times higher than that of the TENG_F. The robustness of TENG_ME is also confirmed in the measurement of energy outputs changing after sandpaper abrasion tests, repetitive contact, and separation (more than 10⁵ cycles). The results imply that the robustness and long-lasting performance of the TENG_ME could be enough to apply in reliable auxiliary power sources for electronic devices.
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Affiliation(s)
- Donghyeon Yoo
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
| | - Dongwhi Choi
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kyung Hee University, 1732, Deogyeong-daero, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do 17104, Korea.
| | - Jeong-Won Lee
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
| | - Insang Song
- Agency for Defense Development (ADD), Yuseong, Daejeon 305-600, Korea.
| | - Jae-Yoon Sim
- Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
| | - Woonbong Hwang
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
| | - Dong Sung Kim
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH), 77 Cheongam-ro, Pohang, Gyeongbuk 790-784, Korea.
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