Recent years have witnessed transformative changes brought about by artificial intelligence(AI)techniques with billions of parameters for the realization of high accuracy,proposing high demand for the advanced and AI ...Recent years have witnessed transformative changes brought about by artificial intelligence(AI)techniques with billions of parameters for the realization of high accuracy,proposing high demand for the advanced and AI chip to solve these AI tasks efficiently and powerfully.Rapid progress has been made in the field of advanced chips recently,such as the development of photonic computing,the advancement of the quantum processors,the boost of the biomimetic chips,and so on.Designs tactics of the advanced chips can be conducted with elaborated consideration of materials,algorithms,models,architectures,and so on.Though a few reviews present the development of the chips from their unique aspects,reviews in the view of the latest design for advanced and AI chips are few.Here,the newest development is systematically reviewed in the field of advanced chips.First,background and mechanisms are summarized,and subsequently most important considerations for co-design of the software and hardware are illustrated.Next,strategies are summed up to obtain advanced and AI chips with high excellent performance by taking the important information processing steps into consideration,after which the design thought for the advanced chips in the future is proposed.Finally,some perspectives are put forward.展开更多
Silicone rubber(SR)is a versatile material widely used across various advanced functional applications,such as soft actuators and robots,flexible electronics,and medical devices.However,most SR molding methods rely on...Silicone rubber(SR)is a versatile material widely used across various advanced functional applications,such as soft actuators and robots,flexible electronics,and medical devices.However,most SR molding methods rely on traditional thermal processing or direct ink writing three-dimensional(3D)printing.These methods are not conducive to manufacturing complex structures and present challenges such as time inefficiency,poor accuracy,and the necessity of multiple steps,significantly limiting SR applications.In this study,we developed an SR-based ink suitable for vat photopolymerization 3D printing using a multi-thiol monomer.This ink enables the one-step fabrication of complex architectures with high printing resolution at the micrometer scale,providing excellent mechanical strength and superior chemical stability.Specifically,the optimized 3D printing SR-20 exhibits a tensile stress of 1.96 MPa,an elongation at break of 487.9%,and an elastic modulus of 225.4 kPa.Additionally,the 3D-printed SR samples can withstand various solvents(acetone,toluene,and tetrahydrofuran)and endure temperatures ranging from-50℃ to 180℃,demonstrating superior stability.As a emonstration of the application,we successfully fabricated a series of SR-based soft pneumatic actuators and grippers in a single step with this technology,allowing for free assembly for the first time.This ultraviolet-curable SR,with high printing resolution and exceptional stability performance,has significant potential to enhance the capabilities of 3D printing for applications in soft actuators,robotics,flexible electronics,and medical devices.展开更多
The exceptional electrochemical performance of zinc anodes is frequently impeded by inadequate deposition kinetics and interfacial chemistry.Herein,we introduce the stereoisomerism to inform the balanced selection of ...The exceptional electrochemical performance of zinc anodes is frequently impeded by inadequate deposition kinetics and interfacial chemistry.Herein,we introduce the stereoisomerism to inform the balanced selection of electrolyte additives,taking into account their solvation and adsorption properties,to achieve the optimal deposition behaviors and electrochemical performance.The three-point coplanar adsorption configuration,in comparison to two-point adsorption,effectively mitigates the interference of water molecules and establishes a coplanar templating effect.This approach fosters a uniform distribution of charges,encourages the preferential orientation growth of(002)planes for uniform zinc deposition.Moreover,an appropriate level of solvation ability can modulate the solvation structure without substantially increasing the de-solvation energy barrier,thereby facilitating faster deposition kinetics than what is observed in cases of strong solvation.As a result,Zn//Zn cell can achieve an excellent performance of more than 3470 h at 2 mA cm^(-2)and 1 mAh cm^(-2),and Zn//AC full cell can work for 50000 cycles at 3 A g^(-1).Additionally,under practical conditions(N/P=4.37),the assembled Zn//I2 full cell demonstrates stable lifespan for 710 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).This work showcases the interplay between adsorption configuration of stereoisomeric additives on the cycling.展开更多
Nonfullerene organic solar cells(OSCs)have achieved breakthrough with pushing the efficiency exceeding 17%.While this shed light on OSC commercialization,high-performance flexible OSCs should be pursued through soluti...Nonfullerene organic solar cells(OSCs)have achieved breakthrough with pushing the efficiency exceeding 17%.While this shed light on OSC commercialization,high-performance flexible OSCs should be pursued through solution manufacturing.Herein,we report a solution-processed flexible OSC based on a transparent conducting PEDOT:PSS anode doped with trifluoromethanesulfonic acid(CF3SO3H).Through a low-concentration and low-temperature CF3SO3H doping,the conducting polymer anodes exhibited a main sheet resistance of 35Ωsq−1(minimum value:32Ωsq−1),a raised work function(≈5.0 eV),a superior wettability,and a high electrical stability.The high work function minimized the energy level mismatch among the anodes,hole-transporting layers and electron-donors of the active layers,thereby leading to an enhanced carrier extraction.The solution-processed flexible OSCs yielded a record-high efficiency of 16.41%(maximum value:16.61%).Besides,the flexible OSCs afforded the 1000 cyclic bending tests at the radius of 1.5 mm and the long-time thermal treatments at 85°C,demonstrating a high flexibility and a good thermal stability.展开更多
Wearable supercapacitors(SCs)are gaining prominence as portable energy storage devices.To develop high-performance wearable SCs,the significant relationship among material,structure,and performance inspired us with a ...Wearable supercapacitors(SCs)are gaining prominence as portable energy storage devices.To develop high-performance wearable SCs,the significant relationship among material,structure,and performance inspired us with a delicate design of the highly wearable embroidered supercapacitors made from the conductive fibers composited.By rendering the conductive interdigitally patterned embroidery as both the current collector and skeleton for the SCs,the novel pseudocapacitive material cobalt phosphides were then successfully electrodeposited,forming the first flexible and wearable in-plane embroidery SCs.The electrochemical measurements manifested that the highest specific capacitance was nearly 156.6 mF cm?2(65.72 F g?1)at the current density of 0.6 mA cm?2(0.25 A g?1),with a high energy density of 0.013 mWh cm?2(5.55 Wh kg?1)at a power density of 0.24 mW cm?2(100 W kg?1).As a demonstration,a monogrammed pattern was ingeniously designed and embroidered on the laboratory gown as the wearable in-plane SCs,which showed both decent electrochemical performance and excellent flexibility.展开更多
Achieving flexible electronics with comfort and durability comparable to traditional textiles is one of the ultimate pursuits of smart wearables.Ink printing is desirable for e-textile development using a simple and i...Achieving flexible electronics with comfort and durability comparable to traditional textiles is one of the ultimate pursuits of smart wearables.Ink printing is desirable for e-textile development using a simple and inexpensive process.However,fabricating high-performance atop textiles with good dispersity,stability,biocompatibility,and wearability for high-resolution,large-scale manufacturing,and practical applications has remained challenging.Here,waterbased multi-walled carbon nanotubes(MWCNTs)-decorated liquid metal(LM)inks are proposed with carbonaceous gallium–indium micro-nanostructure.With the assistance of biopolymers,the sodium alginate-encapsulated LM droplets contain high carboxyl groups which non-covalently crosslink with silk sericin-mediated MWCNTs.E-textile can be prepared subsequently via printing technique and natural waterproof triboelectric coating,enabling good flexibility,hydrophilicity,breathability,wearability,biocompatibility,conductivity,stability,and excellent versatility,without any artificial chemicals.The obtained e-textile can be used in various applications with designable patterns and circuits.Multi-sensing applications of recognizing complex human motions,breathing,phonation,and pressure distribution are demonstrated with repeatable and reliable signals.Self-powered and energy-harvesting capabilities are also presented by driving electronic devices and lighting LEDs.As proof of concept,this work provides new opportunities in a scalable and sustainable way to develop novel wearable electronics and smart clothing for future commercial applications.展开更多
In recent years,breakthrough has been made in the field of artificial intelligence(AI),which has also revolutionized the industry of robotics.Soft robots featured with high-level safety,less weight,lower power consump...In recent years,breakthrough has been made in the field of artificial intelligence(AI),which has also revolutionized the industry of robotics.Soft robots featured with high-level safety,less weight,lower power consumption have always been one of the research hotspots.Recently,multifunctional sensors for perception of soft robotics have been rapidly developed,while more algorithms and models of machine learning with high accuracy have been optimized and proposed.Designs of soft robots with AI have also been advanced ranging from multimodal sensing,human-machine interaction to effective actuation in robotic systems.Nonethe-less,comprehensive reviews concerning the new developments and strategies for the ingenious design of the soft robotic systems equipped with AI are rare.Here,the new development is systematically reviewed in the field of soft robots with AI.First,background and mechanisms of soft robotic systems are briefed,after which development focused on how to endow the soft robots with AI,including the aspects of feeling,thought and reaction,is illustrated.Next,applications of soft robots with AI are systematically summarized and discussed together with advanced strategies proposed for performance enhancement.Design thoughts for future intelligent soft robotics are pointed out.Finally,some perspectives are put forward.展开更多
The commercial utilization of Zn metal anodes with high plating capacity is significantly hindered by the uncontrolled growth of dendrites and associated side reactions.Herein,a robust artificial ion-sieving MXene fla...The commercial utilization of Zn metal anodes with high plating capacity is significantly hindered by the uncontrolled growth of dendrites and associated side reactions.Herein,a robust artificial ion-sieving MXene flake(MXF)-coating layer,with abundant polar terminated groups,is constructed to regulate the interfacial Zn^(2+)deposition behavior.In particular,the fragmented MXF coupled with in situ generated quantum dots not only has strong Zn affinity to homogenize electric fields but also generates numerous zincophilic sites to reduce nucleation energy,thus securing a uniform dendrite-free surface.Additionally,the porous coating layer with polar groups allows the downward diffusion of Zn^(2+)to achieve bottom-up deposition and repels the excessive free water and anions to prevent parasitic reactions.The ion-sieving effect of MXF is firmly verified in symmetric cells with high areal capacity of 10-40 mAh cm^(−2)(1.0 mA cm^(−2))and depth of discharge of 15%-60%.Therefore,the functional MXF-coated anode manifests long-term cycling with 2700 h of stable plating/stripping in Zn||Zn cell.Such rational design of MXF protective layer breaks new ground in developing high plating capacity zinc anodes for practical applications.展开更多
Advanced photochromic wearables have aroused growing research interest in customizable pattern display,information security encryption,and intelligent fabrics.Molybdenum trioxide(MoO_(3)),distinguished by its superior...Advanced photochromic wearables have aroused growing research interest in customizable pattern display,information security encryption,and intelligent fabrics.Molybdenum trioxide(MoO_(3)),distinguished by its superior photochromic capabilities,has emerged as a prime contender for photochromic wearables among several photochromic materials.However,the advancement of rewritable wearables with MoO_(3)is constrained by inadequate adhesion,insufficient stability,and limited scalability.Herein,a fiber-based photochromic wearable is designed and developed by covalently bonding MoO_(3)microcapsules(MM)nanoparticles with a sheath-core structure into pristine cotton fabrics and integrating MM nanoparticles with sodium alginate(SA)through electrostatic forces and peptide linkages.The resulting photochromic wearable exhibits reversible color transformation and exceptional photochromic characteristics,including remarkable fatigue resistance(>40 cycles),rapid light response,and outstanding color retention(>60 days).Moreover,the photochromic wearable exhibits exceptional stability in diverse harsh environments,including different acid-base solutions(pH 2.0-9.0),various temperatures(-30℃-60℃),indoor light and sunshine exposure,and repeated laundering(>15 cycles).This photochromic fabric exhibits exceptional wearability,boasting remarkable flexibility(17 mm)and biocompatibility(cell viability>95%).Notably,rewritable T-shirts and QR code information security encryption systems are demonstrated,highlighting their potential in customizable designs,flexible rewritable textiles,and information security encryption.展开更多
Smart wearables equipped with integrated flexible actuators possess the ability to autonomously respond and adapt to changes in the environment.Fibrous textiles have been recognised as promising platforms for integrat...Smart wearables equipped with integrated flexible actuators possess the ability to autonomously respond and adapt to changes in the environment.Fibrous textiles have been recognised as promising platforms for integrating flexible actuators and wearables owing to their superior body compliance,lightweight nature,and programmable architectures.Various studies related to textile actuators in smart wearables have been recently reported.However,the review focusing on the advanced design of these textile actuator technologies for smart wearables is lacking.Herein,a timely and thorough review of the progress achieved in this field over the past five years is presented.This review focuses on the advanced design concepts for textile actuators in smart wearables,covering functional materials,innovative architecture configurations,external stimuli,and their applications in smart wearables.The primary aspects focus on actuating materials,formation techniques of textile architecture,actuating behaviour and performance metrics of textile actuators,various applications in smart wearables,and the design challenges for next-generation smart wearables.Ultimately,conclusive perspectives are highlighted.展开更多
Wearable strain sensors have attracted research interest owing to their poten-tial within digital healthcare,offering smarter tracking,efficient diagnostics,and lower costs.Unlike rigid sensors,fiber-based ones compet...Wearable strain sensors have attracted research interest owing to their poten-tial within digital healthcare,offering smarter tracking,efficient diagnostics,and lower costs.Unlike rigid sensors,fiber-based ones compete with their flexibility,durability,adaptability to body structures as well as eco-friendliness to envi-ronment.Here,the sustainable fiber-based wearable strain sensors for digital health are reviewed,and material,fabrication,and practical healthcare aspects are explored.Typical strain sensors predicated on various sensing modalities,be it resistive,capacitive,piezoelectric,or triboelectric,are explained and analyzed according to their strengths and weaknesses toward fabrication and applica-tions.The applications in digital healthcare spanning from body area sensing networks,intelligent health management,and medical rehabilitation to mul-tifunctional healthcare systems are also evaluated.Moreover,to create a more complete digital health network,wired and wireless methods of data collec-tion and examples of machine learning are elaborated in detail.Finally,the prevailing challenges and prospective insights into the advancement of novel fibers,enhancement of sensing precision and wearability,and the establishment of seamlessly integrated systems are critically summarized and offered.This endeavor not only encapsulates the present landscape but also lays the founda-tion for future breakthroughs in fiber-based wearable strain sensor technology within the domain of digital health.展开更多
基金supported by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University(1-WZ1Y,1-W34U,4-YWER).
文摘Recent years have witnessed transformative changes brought about by artificial intelligence(AI)techniques with billions of parameters for the realization of high accuracy,proposing high demand for the advanced and AI chip to solve these AI tasks efficiently and powerfully.Rapid progress has been made in the field of advanced chips recently,such as the development of photonic computing,the advancement of the quantum processors,the boost of the biomimetic chips,and so on.Designs tactics of the advanced chips can be conducted with elaborated consideration of materials,algorithms,models,architectures,and so on.Though a few reviews present the development of the chips from their unique aspects,reviews in the view of the latest design for advanced and AI chips are few.Here,the newest development is systematically reviewed in the field of advanced chips.First,background and mechanisms are summarized,and subsequently most important considerations for co-design of the software and hardware are illustrated.Next,strategies are summed up to obtain advanced and AI chips with high excellent performance by taking the important information processing steps into consideration,after which the design thought for the advanced chips in the future is proposed.Finally,some perspectives are put forward.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Program of the Chinese Academy of Sciences(XDB0470303)the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4600102and 2023YFE0209900)+4 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52175201 and 51935012)the science and technology projects of Gansu province(22JR5RA093,24JRRA044,24YFFA014 and 24ZDGA014)the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Team Project of YEDA(2021TD007)the special supporting project for provincial leading talents of Yantaithe Taishan Scholars Program。
文摘Silicone rubber(SR)is a versatile material widely used across various advanced functional applications,such as soft actuators and robots,flexible electronics,and medical devices.However,most SR molding methods rely on traditional thermal processing or direct ink writing three-dimensional(3D)printing.These methods are not conducive to manufacturing complex structures and present challenges such as time inefficiency,poor accuracy,and the necessity of multiple steps,significantly limiting SR applications.In this study,we developed an SR-based ink suitable for vat photopolymerization 3D printing using a multi-thiol monomer.This ink enables the one-step fabrication of complex architectures with high printing resolution at the micrometer scale,providing excellent mechanical strength and superior chemical stability.Specifically,the optimized 3D printing SR-20 exhibits a tensile stress of 1.96 MPa,an elongation at break of 487.9%,and an elastic modulus of 225.4 kPa.Additionally,the 3D-printed SR samples can withstand various solvents(acetone,toluene,and tetrahydrofuran)and endure temperatures ranging from-50℃ to 180℃,demonstrating superior stability.As a emonstration of the application,we successfully fabricated a series of SR-based soft pneumatic actuators and grippers in a single step with this technology,allowing for free assembly for the first time.This ultraviolet-curable SR,with high printing resolution and exceptional stability performance,has significant potential to enhance the capabilities of 3D printing for applications in soft actuators,robotics,flexible electronics,and medical devices.
基金supported by Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(No.2023JJ20064)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52377222).
文摘The exceptional electrochemical performance of zinc anodes is frequently impeded by inadequate deposition kinetics and interfacial chemistry.Herein,we introduce the stereoisomerism to inform the balanced selection of electrolyte additives,taking into account their solvation and adsorption properties,to achieve the optimal deposition behaviors and electrochemical performance.The three-point coplanar adsorption configuration,in comparison to two-point adsorption,effectively mitigates the interference of water molecules and establishes a coplanar templating effect.This approach fosters a uniform distribution of charges,encourages the preferential orientation growth of(002)planes for uniform zinc deposition.Moreover,an appropriate level of solvation ability can modulate the solvation structure without substantially increasing the de-solvation energy barrier,thereby facilitating faster deposition kinetics than what is observed in cases of strong solvation.As a result,Zn//Zn cell can achieve an excellent performance of more than 3470 h at 2 mA cm^(-2)and 1 mAh cm^(-2),and Zn//AC full cell can work for 50000 cycles at 3 A g^(-1).Additionally,under practical conditions(N/P=4.37),the assembled Zn//I2 full cell demonstrates stable lifespan for 710 cycles at 1 A g^(-1).This work showcases the interplay between adsorption configuration of stereoisomeric additives on the cycling.
基金The authors acknowledge funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(61974150 and 51773213)Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences,CAS(QYZDB-SSW-JSC047)+1 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,the CAS-EU S&T cooperation partner program(174433KYSB20150013)the Natural Science Foundation of Ningbo(2018A610135).
文摘Nonfullerene organic solar cells(OSCs)have achieved breakthrough with pushing the efficiency exceeding 17%.While this shed light on OSC commercialization,high-performance flexible OSCs should be pursued through solution manufacturing.Herein,we report a solution-processed flexible OSC based on a transparent conducting PEDOT:PSS anode doped with trifluoromethanesulfonic acid(CF3SO3H).Through a low-concentration and low-temperature CF3SO3H doping,the conducting polymer anodes exhibited a main sheet resistance of 35Ωsq−1(minimum value:32Ωsq−1),a raised work function(≈5.0 eV),a superior wettability,and a high electrical stability.The high work function minimized the energy level mismatch among the anodes,hole-transporting layers and electron-donors of the active layers,thereby leading to an enhanced carrier extraction.The solution-processed flexible OSCs yielded a record-high efficiency of 16.41%(maximum value:16.61%).Besides,the flexible OSCs afforded the 1000 cyclic bending tests at the radius of 1.5 mm and the long-time thermal treatments at 85°C,demonstrating a high flexibility and a good thermal stability.
基金The Hong Kong Polytechnic University for the funding support(Nos.1-YW1B,G-YBV2,and G-UACC).
文摘Wearable supercapacitors(SCs)are gaining prominence as portable energy storage devices.To develop high-performance wearable SCs,the significant relationship among material,structure,and performance inspired us with a delicate design of the highly wearable embroidered supercapacitors made from the conductive fibers composited.By rendering the conductive interdigitally patterned embroidery as both the current collector and skeleton for the SCs,the novel pseudocapacitive material cobalt phosphides were then successfully electrodeposited,forming the first flexible and wearable in-plane embroidery SCs.The electrochemical measurements manifested that the highest specific capacitance was nearly 156.6 mF cm?2(65.72 F g?1)at the current density of 0.6 mA cm?2(0.25 A g?1),with a high energy density of 0.013 mWh cm?2(5.55 Wh kg?1)at a power density of 0.24 mW cm?2(100 W kg?1).As a demonstration,a monogrammed pattern was ingeniously designed and embroidered on the laboratory gown as the wearable in-plane SCs,which showed both decent electrochemical performance and excellent flexibility.
基金funded by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University(Project No.1-WZ1Y,1-YXAK,1-W21C).
文摘Achieving flexible electronics with comfort and durability comparable to traditional textiles is one of the ultimate pursuits of smart wearables.Ink printing is desirable for e-textile development using a simple and inexpensive process.However,fabricating high-performance atop textiles with good dispersity,stability,biocompatibility,and wearability for high-resolution,large-scale manufacturing,and practical applications has remained challenging.Here,waterbased multi-walled carbon nanotubes(MWCNTs)-decorated liquid metal(LM)inks are proposed with carbonaceous gallium–indium micro-nanostructure.With the assistance of biopolymers,the sodium alginate-encapsulated LM droplets contain high carboxyl groups which non-covalently crosslink with silk sericin-mediated MWCNTs.E-textile can be prepared subsequently via printing technique and natural waterproof triboelectric coating,enabling good flexibility,hydrophilicity,breathability,wearability,biocompatibility,conductivity,stability,and excellent versatility,without any artificial chemicals.The obtained e-textile can be used in various applications with designable patterns and circuits.Multi-sensing applications of recognizing complex human motions,breathing,phonation,and pressure distribution are demonstrated with repeatable and reliable signals.Self-powered and energy-harvesting capabilities are also presented by driving electronic devices and lighting LEDs.As proof of concept,this work provides new opportunities in a scalable and sustainable way to develop novel wearable electronics and smart clothing for future commercial applications.
基金supported by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University(Project No.1-WZ1Y).
文摘In recent years,breakthrough has been made in the field of artificial intelligence(AI),which has also revolutionized the industry of robotics.Soft robots featured with high-level safety,less weight,lower power consumption have always been one of the research hotspots.Recently,multifunctional sensors for perception of soft robotics have been rapidly developed,while more algorithms and models of machine learning with high accuracy have been optimized and proposed.Designs of soft robots with AI have also been advanced ranging from multimodal sensing,human-machine interaction to effective actuation in robotic systems.Nonethe-less,comprehensive reviews concerning the new developments and strategies for the ingenious design of the soft robotic systems equipped with AI are rare.Here,the new development is systematically reviewed in the field of soft robots with AI.First,background and mechanisms of soft robotic systems are briefed,after which development focused on how to endow the soft robots with AI,including the aspects of feeling,thought and reaction,is illustrated.Next,applications of soft robots with AI are systematically summarized and discussed together with advanced strategies proposed for performance enhancement.Design thoughts for future intelligent soft robotics are pointed out.Finally,some perspectives are put forward.
基金Hong Kong Polytechnic University,Grant/Award Number:1-WZ1Y。
文摘The commercial utilization of Zn metal anodes with high plating capacity is significantly hindered by the uncontrolled growth of dendrites and associated side reactions.Herein,a robust artificial ion-sieving MXene flake(MXF)-coating layer,with abundant polar terminated groups,is constructed to regulate the interfacial Zn^(2+)deposition behavior.In particular,the fragmented MXF coupled with in situ generated quantum dots not only has strong Zn affinity to homogenize electric fields but also generates numerous zincophilic sites to reduce nucleation energy,thus securing a uniform dendrite-free surface.Additionally,the porous coating layer with polar groups allows the downward diffusion of Zn^(2+)to achieve bottom-up deposition and repels the excessive free water and anions to prevent parasitic reactions.The ion-sieving effect of MXF is firmly verified in symmetric cells with high areal capacity of 10-40 mAh cm^(−2)(1.0 mA cm^(−2))and depth of discharge of 15%-60%.Therefore,the functional MXF-coated anode manifests long-term cycling with 2700 h of stable plating/stripping in Zn||Zn cell.Such rational design of MXF protective layer breaks new ground in developing high plating capacity zinc anodes for practical applications.
基金supported by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region(ProjectNo.ITS/139/21)。
文摘Advanced photochromic wearables have aroused growing research interest in customizable pattern display,information security encryption,and intelligent fabrics.Molybdenum trioxide(MoO_(3)),distinguished by its superior photochromic capabilities,has emerged as a prime contender for photochromic wearables among several photochromic materials.However,the advancement of rewritable wearables with MoO_(3)is constrained by inadequate adhesion,insufficient stability,and limited scalability.Herein,a fiber-based photochromic wearable is designed and developed by covalently bonding MoO_(3)microcapsules(MM)nanoparticles with a sheath-core structure into pristine cotton fabrics and integrating MM nanoparticles with sodium alginate(SA)through electrostatic forces and peptide linkages.The resulting photochromic wearable exhibits reversible color transformation and exceptional photochromic characteristics,including remarkable fatigue resistance(>40 cycles),rapid light response,and outstanding color retention(>60 days).Moreover,the photochromic wearable exhibits exceptional stability in diverse harsh environments,including different acid-base solutions(pH 2.0-9.0),various temperatures(-30℃-60℃),indoor light and sunshine exposure,and repeated laundering(>15 cycles).This photochromic fabric exhibits exceptional wearability,boasting remarkable flexibility(17 mm)and biocompatibility(cell viability>95%).Notably,rewritable T-shirts and QR code information security encryption systems are demonstrated,highlighting their potential in customizable designs,flexible rewritable textiles,and information security encryption.
基金funding support(Project No.G-YWA2,1-YXAK,and 1-WZ1Y)of this work.
文摘Smart wearables equipped with integrated flexible actuators possess the ability to autonomously respond and adapt to changes in the environment.Fibrous textiles have been recognised as promising platforms for integrating flexible actuators and wearables owing to their superior body compliance,lightweight nature,and programmable architectures.Various studies related to textile actuators in smart wearables have been recently reported.However,the review focusing on the advanced design of these textile actuator technologies for smart wearables is lacking.Herein,a timely and thorough review of the progress achieved in this field over the past five years is presented.This review focuses on the advanced design concepts for textile actuators in smart wearables,covering functional materials,innovative architecture configurations,external stimuli,and their applications in smart wearables.The primary aspects focus on actuating materials,formation techniques of textile architecture,actuating behaviour and performance metrics of textile actuators,various applications in smart wearables,and the design challenges for next-generation smart wearables.Ultimately,conclusive perspectives are highlighted.
基金Hong Kong Polytechnic University,Grant/Award Number:1-WZ1YNational Natural Science Foundation of China,Grant/Award Number:82374295。
文摘Wearable strain sensors have attracted research interest owing to their poten-tial within digital healthcare,offering smarter tracking,efficient diagnostics,and lower costs.Unlike rigid sensors,fiber-based ones compete with their flexibility,durability,adaptability to body structures as well as eco-friendliness to envi-ronment.Here,the sustainable fiber-based wearable strain sensors for digital health are reviewed,and material,fabrication,and practical healthcare aspects are explored.Typical strain sensors predicated on various sensing modalities,be it resistive,capacitive,piezoelectric,or triboelectric,are explained and analyzed according to their strengths and weaknesses toward fabrication and applica-tions.The applications in digital healthcare spanning from body area sensing networks,intelligent health management,and medical rehabilitation to mul-tifunctional healthcare systems are also evaluated.Moreover,to create a more complete digital health network,wired and wireless methods of data collec-tion and examples of machine learning are elaborated in detail.Finally,the prevailing challenges and prospective insights into the advancement of novel fibers,enhancement of sensing precision and wearability,and the establishment of seamlessly integrated systems are critically summarized and offered.This endeavor not only encapsulates the present landscape but also lays the founda-tion for future breakthroughs in fiber-based wearable strain sensor technology within the domain of digital health.
