One-Step Laser Encapsulation of Nano-Cracking Strain Sensors.

ABSTRACT: Development of flexible strain sensors that can be attached directly onto the skin, such as skin-mountable or wearable electronic devices, has recently attracted attention. However, such flexible sensors are generally exposed to various harsh environments, such as sweat, humidity, or dust, which cause noise and shorten the sensor lifetimes. This study reports the development of a nano-crack-based flexible sensor with mechanically, thermally, and chemically stable electrical characteristics in external environments using a novel one-step laser encapsulation (OLE) method optimized for thin films. The OLE process allows simultaneous patterning, cutting, and encapsulating of a device using laser cutting and thermoplastic polymers. The processes are simplified for economical and rapid productio

SUBMITTER: Park C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6111580 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature