Scientists from Tsinghua University and Xi’an Polytechnic University (PRC) have developed an ultra-thin, antimicrobial and breathable sensor that can track human body movements and even weak human facial expressions.
This was reported by Xinhua, which Ukrinform reported.
The sensor is a three-layer nanogenerator whose structure resembles a sandwich. It can also collect mechanical energy with high efficiency.
The nanofiber of the middle layer serves to convert mechanical energy into electricity. It is covered on both sides by two nanofiber membranes, each of which is coated on one side with a 110 nanometer thick layer of silver.
The multi-layer sensor with a thickness of 91 micrometers has high air permeability and excellent antibacterial properties.
It demonstrated excellent sensitivity to human movements, pointing to great potential for applications in self-powered flexible electronic devices used for health monitoring.
As Ukrinform reports, scientists from Tel Aviv University have developed a new technology that allows robots to detect odors using a biological sensor.
Photo: “Xinhua”