Stretchable wideband dipole antennas and rectennas for RF energy harvesting.

ABSTRACT: The ultimate application of bio-integrated, stretchable electronics hinges on the indispensable modules of stretchable wireless data transmission and power supplies. While radiofrequency (RF) antennas and rectennas could enable wireless communication and RF energy harvesting in the far-field, their performance deteriorates because of the frequency detuning from mechanical deformations. Here, stretchable wideband antennas and rectennas are introduced to robustly operate and combine received RF power over their wideband upon mechanical deformations. Devices with stretchable wideband antennas and rectennas create application opportunities such as self-powered systems, remote monitoring of the environment, and clean energy. A comprehensive set of manufacturing schemes, device components, and t

SUBMITTER: Zhu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8117448 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature