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Human body IoT systems based on the triboelectrification effect: energy harvesting, sensing, interfacing and communication

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Summary: The study introduces an ultrathin stretchable and triboelectric nanogenerator (CT-TENG) improved by chargeable carbon black (CB)/thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) composite material for mechanical energy harvesting and physiological signal sensing. The improved CT-TENG shows good stretchability, ultrathin thickness, and lightweight, with enhanced output performance through corona charging process and self-powered sensing capability. The CT-TENG holds great potential in advancing electronic skins, wearable systems of self-powered sensors, human-machine interactions, soft robotics, and artificial intelligence applications.

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Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Suppressing Thermal Negative Effect and Maintaining High-Temperature Steady Electrical Performance of Triboelectric Nanogenerators by Employing Phase Change Material

Ruirui Cao et al.

Summary: TENGs convert irregular mechanical energy into electrical energy, but their performance decreases with temperature. A novel thermo-regulating TENG (Tr-TENG) using phase change materials (PCMs) can maintain stable output performance, improve durability, reliability, and thermal comfort.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Characterization of PI/PVDF-TrFE Composite Nanofiber-Based Triboelectric Nanogenerators Depending on the Type of the Electrospinning System

Yeongjun Kim et al.

Summary: This study successfully improved the electrical performance of TENGs by fabricating different types of electrospun nanofiber membranes, demonstrating good energy harvesting capabilities and stability. The TENG based on the multinozzledrum system showed the best performance, with high output voltage, current, and power density under load.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Self-Powered Smart Arm Training Band Sensor Based on Extremely Stretchable Hydrogel Conductors

Feifan Sheng et al.

Summary: A TENG utilizing a double-network polymer ionic conductor sodium alginate/zinc sulfate/poly acrylic-acrylamide hydrogel exhibited exceptional stretchability, transparency, and conductivity. It could harvest energy from typical human movements and be used to prepare a self-powered smart training band sensor. This work provides an innovative platform for sustainable wearable and sports monitoring electronics.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Self-Healing and Elastic Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Muscle Motion Monitoring and Photothermal Treatment

Dan Yang et al.

Summary: The study developed a single-electrode multifunctional TENG with fast self-healing, human health monitoring, and photothermal properties. The device can recover its original state within 10 minutes after mechanical damage, and can be attached to human joints for monitoring personal health information while also providing photothermal therapy to assist in joint motion recovery.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Restoring Tactile Sensation Using a Triboelectric Nanogenerator

Iftach Shlomy et al.

Summary: In this study, a self-powered triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) is proposed and demonstrated as a device for restoring tactile sensation. The integrated tactile TENG (TENG-IT) translates tactile pressure into electrical potential, stimulating healthy sensory nerves to mimic tactile sensation. The findings suggest the potential of TENG-based implanted devices for restoring tactile sensation.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

All-Nanofiber Self-Powered Skin-Interfaced Real-Time Respiratory Monitoring System for Obstructive Sleep Apnea-Hypopnea Syndrome Diagnosing

Xiao Peng et al.

Summary: This study presents a real-time respiratory monitoring and obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAHS) diagnosis system using a breathable, highly sensitive, and self-powered electronic skin (e-skin) based on a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG). The e-skin has high power density, pressure sensitivity, stability, and air permeability, enabling energy autonomy and accurate real-time respiration monitoring simultaneously.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Therapeutic Electrical Stimulation

Giorgio Conta et al.

Summary: Current research focuses on developing self-powered IOB therapeutic devices using TENG technology, known for its bioconformability, low cost, simple manufacturability, and self-power capabilities. TENG-induced ES holds promise for novel therapeutic interventions and could pave the way for the development of personalized healthcare systems.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Physics, Applied

Perspectives in flow-induced vibration energy harvesting

Junlei Wang et al.

Summary: Flow-induced vibration (FIV) energy harvesting has gained extensive research interest in the past two decades, with remarkable achievements and applications in various fields. The challenges of multi-physics coupling and robustness of FIV energy harvesters need to be addressed in future development. Machine-learning approaches, metamaterials, and advanced interface circuits may hold the key to improving system performance. Collaborations between researchers from different disciplines are crucial for advancing FIV energy harvesting technology from lab to real-world applications.

APPLIED PHYSICS LETTERS (2021)

Article Engineering, Manufacturing

Biomass-based wearable and Self-powered pressure sensor for human motion detection

Jieyu Huang et al.

Summary: Researchers have developed a self-powered active pressure sensor using BC/CS and PDMS/Cu composites, demonstrating excellent pressure sensitivity and stability, which can be used to monitor human joint movements and reflect health status.

COMPOSITES PART A-APPLIED SCIENCE AND MANUFACTURING (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Portable Mobile Gait Monitor System Based on Triboelectric Nanogenerator for Monitoring Gait and Powering Electronics

Yupeng Mao et al.

Summary: The study introduces a self-powered portable triboelectric nanogenerator for collecting biomechanical energy and monitoring human motion, integrating with commercial sport shoes. Through optimized structure and material selection, the generator's performance has been significantly improved, providing power output for wearable devices. This interdisciplinary research opens up more application prospects for nanogenerators in self-powered module device integration.

ENERGIES (2021)

Article Thermodynamics

A new Mylar-based triboelectric energy harvester with an innovative design for mechanical energy harvesting applications

Siavash Zargari et al.

Summary: An innovative origami structure is used to create a novel, flexible, lightweight, and low-cost triboelectric nanogenerator (Miura-Ori-TENG). A self-powered power management circuit is designed and implemented to maximize the harvested energy and directly use Miura-Ori-TENG electrical output. The combination of Miura-Ori-TENG and the proposed power management circuit shows potential for various applications in converting different types of kinetic energy into electrical energy.

ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT (2021)

Article Engineering, Electrical & Electronic

A Method for Rapid Self-Calibration of Wearable Soft Strain Sensors

Yaqing Feng et al.

Summary: Compared to rigid sensors, soft stain sensors are more suitable for measuring human joint motion due to their comfort. A quick and automatic self-calibration method for soft strain sensors has been proposed in this paper, resulting in small measurement errors and feasibility in engineering applications.

IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL (2021)

Review Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging

An up-to-date review of cardiac pacemakers and implantable cardioverter defibrillators

Ronny J. D. Kuang et al.

Summary: This review provides an up-to-date overview of current implantable pacemaker and defibrillator devices.

JOURNAL OF MEDICAL IMAGING AND RADIATION ONCOLOGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A hybridized electromagnetic-triboelectric nanogenerator designed for scavenging biomechanical energy in human balance control

Long Liu et al.

Summary: This study introduces a hybridized electromagnetic-triboelectric nanogenerator (HETNG) that can harvest biomechanical energy during human balance control processes and provide significant monitoring functions. With a rectification circuit, the HETNG can generate high output power at different positions, which is beneficial for slow-walking elderly individuals and people with limited mobility or disabilities.

NANO RESEARCH (2021)

Review Physics, Multidisciplinary

From contact electrification to triboelectric nanogenerators

Zhong Lin Wang

Summary: The review delves into the mechanisms of contact electrification and the principles of triboelectric nanogenerators, providing a comprehensive overview from basic physics to engineering applications. It discusses the output power, electromagnetic behavior, and current transport equation for TENGs, setting a standard theory for quantifying their performance. Additionally, the review explores the diverse applications of TENGs in harvesting mechanical energy for various sectors including energy science, environmental protection, wearable electronics, medical science, robotics, and artificial intelligence.

REPORTS ON PROGRESS IN PHYSICS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Analytical

A Tubular Flexible Triboelectric Nanogenerator with a Superhydrophobic Surface for Human Motion Detecting

Jianwei Wang et al.

Summary: The triboelectric nanogenerator is a newly emerged technology that can collect energy from mechanical sources in the environment and has great potential in flexible electronics. By fabricating a tubular flexible nanogenerator with energy harvesting and human motion monitoring capabilities, real-time monitoring of motion states can be achieved.

SENSORS (2021)

Article Engineering, Electrical & Electronic

Double helix triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered weight sensors

Jiangming Fu et al.

Summary: The double helix TENG is a novel type of triboelectric nanogenerator that can harvest mechanical energy and perform weight sensing, with high output voltage and current, suitable for self-powered weight scales.

SENSORS AND ACTUATORS A-PHYSICAL (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Self-rechargeable cardiac pacemaker system with triboelectric nanogenerators

Hanjun Ryu et al.

Summary: Self-powered implantable devices have the potential to extend device operation time, but current energy harvesters are insufficient and inconvenient. The authors report on a commercial coin battery-sized high-performance inertia-driven triboelectric nanogenerator based on body motion and gravity, which can be used to charge a lithium-ion battery and integrated into a cardiac pacemaker.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Self-sustainable flow-velocity detection via electromagnetic/triboelectric hybrid generator aiming at IoT-based environment monitoring

Quan Zhang et al.

Summary: This paper presents a hybrid generator composed of TENG and EMG, which can harvest mechanical energy and real-time flow velocity sensing, with output boosted by gear pairs. Experimental results show that gear pairs can increase the output of TENG and EMG by more than twice and six times, respectively, achieving a rotational frequency of 10Hz.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A triboelectric nanogenerator based on temperature-stable high dielectric BaTiO3-based ceramic powder for energy harvesting

Ping Zhang et al.

Summary: This study improves the performance of TENG by using high dielectric constant materials to prepare a composite film, enhancing electrical performance and stability. C-TENG, based on the composite film, not only serves as a power source for LED lights, but also for self-powered devices, expanding the application of TENG in various scenarios.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Fingerprint-inspired electronic skin based on triboelectric nanogenerator for fine texture recognition

Xuan Zhao et al.

Summary: The tactile perception of fine textures in humans is mediated by fingertip skin, which is crucial for obtaining environmental information and manipulating objects precisely. Electronic skins based on triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) have shown impressive applications in fine texture recognition by accurately mapping surface textures to electrical signals and revealing physical information. The fingerprint-inspired electronic skin (FE-skin) developed in this study can effectively detect and identify different textures by mimicking human fingerprints' morphology, achieving high accuracy rates in texture recognition through processing electrical signals with artificial neural networks. This technology demonstrates TENG's potential superiority in bionic tactile perception and has broad application prospects in humanoid robots, intelligent prostheses, and precise human-machine interaction.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A fluorinated polymer sponge with superhydrophobicity for high-performance biomechanical energy harvesting

Zehua Peng et al.

Summary: We have developed a fluorinated polymer sponge based triboelectric nanogenerator (FPS-TENG) that provides stable electrical output and high durability, outperforming traditional TENG. When assembled with hydrophobic copper contact electrodes, FPS-TENG retains almost 90% electrical output over 20-85% relative humidity.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Recent progress of flexible/wearable self-charging power units based on triboelectric nanogenerators

Wen He et al.

Summary: This review article presents the recent progress of flexible TENG-based self-charging power units (SCPUs), including working modes, research progress, strategies to improve energy conversion efficiency, as well as highlighting the main challenges that need to be overcome when designing and optimizing TENG-based SCPUs.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A high-output performance mortise and tenon structure triboelectric nanogenerator for human motion sensing

Honghao Zhang et al.

Summary: The Triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) utilizes the mortise and tenon structure and materials like discarded paper and polypropylene to construct a frictional energy generator (MT-TENG) with high output performance. This device can collect mechanical energy from human motion, drive LED lights, and shows great potential for application in fields such as wearable electronic devices.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hexadecane-containing sandwich structure based triboelectric nanogenerator with remarkable performance enhancement

Kaiqiang Wang et al.

Summary: The use of a hexadecane-containing sandwich structure based TENG (HS-TENG) significantly increases the service lifetime and improves the maximum produced voltage and power compared to traditional TENG. Friction coefficient decreases, and maximum conversion efficiency significantly increases due to the confined hexadecane film inhibiting wear and transfer of polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), while enhancing the surface charge density. This work provides insights into charge carrier behavior at the solid-liquid interface and offers a method for optimizing TENGs through boundary lubrication.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Magnetic-interaction assisted hybridized triboelectric-electromagnetic nanogenerator for advanced human-machine interfaces

Long Liu et al.

Summary: The MAHN, a hybridized triboelectric-electromagnetic nanogenerator assisted by magnetic interaction, has been optimized to efficiently harvest energy and serve as a self-powered sensor for HMI applications, showing great adaptability and potential for various advanced applications.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

MXene enhanced self-powered alternating current electroluminescence devices for patterned flexible displays

Junlu Sun et al.

Summary: The study presents a self-powered patterned display using a MXene-enhanced ACEL device array integrated with a TENG. The transparent and stretchable ACEL device's emission intensity can be enhanced by adding MXene. This technology has significant potential for applications in human-healthcare monitoring, information-security communication, and human-machine interface in IoT.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Bionic Ultra-Sensitive Self-Powered Electromechanical Sensor for Muscle-Triggered Communication Application

Hong Zhou et al.

Summary: Inspired by biomimicry, researchers have developed an ultra-sensitive electromechanical sensor based on TENG technology for communication aid HMI applications for disabled individuals. This sensor features high sensitivity and signal intensity, enabling safe, accurate, and stable communication aid through machine learning algorithms and Morse code.

ADVANCED SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A Motion Capturing and Energy Harvesting Hybridized Lower-Limb System for Rehabilitation and Sports Applications

Shan Gao et al.

Summary: This study introduces a hybrid system for lower-limb motion monitoring and energy harvesting using 3D printing technology. It addresses the issues of cost-effectiveness, energy efficiency, and computational complexity reduction through the use of S-PEG and R-TENG for energy harvesting and motion sensing.

ADVANCED SCIENCE (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Multi-dimensional constrained energy optimization of a piezoelectric harvester for E-gadgets

Lucas Q. Machado et al.

Summary: This paper discusses the design optimization process of an energy harvesting device that utilizes the ''rocking'' motion of an e-gadget to scavenge energy. The plucking mechanism, inspired by frequency up-conversion technique, provides initial displacement to excite piezoelectric beams and increase total excitations. The device, designed with a multidimensional surrogate optimization algorithm, aims to maximize performance while considering geometrical features and constrained operating environment.

ISCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Flexible triboelectric nanogenerator based on polyester conductive cloth for biomechanical energy harvesting and self-powered sensors

Junwei Zhao et al.

Summary: The study presents a flexible single-electrode TENG based on polyester conductive cloth for harvesting human motion energy to power LEDs and portable electronics. This technology achieves high output performance and can be used to monitor subtle signals of human physiological activities.

NANOSCALE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Materials Perspectives for Self-Powered Cardiac Implantable Electronic Devices toward Clinical Translation

Jun Li et al.

Summary: Implantable electronic devices play a vital life-saving role in modern society, but traditional battery designs for these devices pose challenges. Applying implantable nanogenerators technology can help address the battery challenge and enable self-sustaining operation for these devices.

ACCOUNTS OF MATERIALS RESEARCH (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Self-Powered Miniaturized Acceleration Sensor Based on Rationally Patterned Electrodes

Baocheng Wang et al.

Summary: The miniaturized acceleration sensor (MAS) presented in this study utilizes a rational pattern of electrodes and is based on the single electrode triboelectric mechanism, exhibiting small size, high accuracy, large detection range, and environmental friendliness. Additionally, the MAS can identify multiple directions of acceleration, making it a cost-effective and promising tool for various applications such as human machine interaction, VR/AR, sports training, and smart city development.

IEEE OPEN JOURNAL OF NANOTECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

An inverting TENG to realize the AC mode based on the coupling of triboelectrification and air-breakdown

Chuncai Shan et al.

Summary: The TENG has two output modes - AC and DC, and an inverting TENG has been proposed to convert DC into AC by setting alternating polarity distribution areas. Unlike traditional AC-TENG, the inverting TENG allows for changing the width ratio and amplitude ratio of AC signals by adjusting the distributed width and electronegativity difference of two opposite materials.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

A flexible and wearable joint motion sensor using triboelectric nanogenerators for hand gesture monitoring

Charanya Sukumaran et al.

Summary: The research introduces a Flexion based Triboelectric nanogenerator (F-TENG) that converts mechanical motion of human finger joints into electrical signals for actuating robotic devices and gesture monitoring applications.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NANOTECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Skin temperature-triggered, debonding-on-demand sticker for a self-powered mechanosensitive communication system

Meng Gao et al.

Summary: A new method for skin-attachable electronics has been introduced, allowing for the fabrication of biocompatible bonding/debonding bistable adhesive polymers with skin temperature-triggered adhesion and room temperature-triggered easy detachment. This new material is designed for the fabrication of a debonding-on-demand triboelectric nanogenerator, which can be used in a self-powered drone navigation system.

MATTER (2021)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Recent Progress of Functional Fiber and Textile Triboelectric Nanogenerators: Towards Electricity Power Generation and Intelligent Sensing

Wei Wang et al.

Summary: This review comprehensively introduces the recent progress of smart fibers and textiles with a highlight on triboelectric nanogenerators, including the general materials and structures, various fiber and textile devices for energy harvesting and self-powered smart sensing systems. The advances of f/t-TENGs with multifunctionality and large-scale textile processing techniques are summarized as well. Finally, the challenges and perspectives of f/t-TENGs for future improvement, large-scale production, and emerging applications are thoroughly discussed.

ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Synthesis of fluorinated polyimide towards a transparent triboelectric nanogenerator applied on screen surface

Jun Wu et al.

Summary: In this study, a transparent fluorinated polyimide (PI) film with excellent electrical performance, adhesion, and tribological properties was synthesized and successfully applied to a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) on a cellphone screen, achieving effective mechanical energy harvesting and charging.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

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Security, privacy and trust of different layers in Internet-of-Things (IoTs) framework

Aakanksha Tewari et al.

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On the first principle theory of nanogenerators from Maxwell's equations

Zhong Lin Wang

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Hierarchically Rough Structured and Self-Powered Pressure Sensor Textile for Motion Sensing and Pulse Monitoring

Mengna Lou et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Unraveling Temperature-Dependent Contact Electrification between Sliding-Mode Triboelectric Pairs

Aurelia C. Wang et al.

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Triboelectric Touch-Free Screen Sensor for Noncontact Gesture Recognizing

Yingjie Tang et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

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All-textile wearable triboelectric nanogenerator using pile-embroidered fibers for enhancing output power

Soonjae Pyo et al.

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Triboelectric Nanogenerator Based Smart Electronics via Machine Learning

Xianglin Ji et al.

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Highly Wearable, Breathable, and Washable Sensing Textile for Human Motion and Pulse Monitoring

Mengna Lou et al.

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Smart Textiles for Electricity Generation

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Ultra-flexible nanofiber-based multifunctional motion sensor

Md Mehebub Alam et al.

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A Comprehensive Survey on Internet of Things (IoT) Toward 5G Wireless Systems

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IEEE INTERNET OF THINGS JOURNAL (2020)

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Wearable Stretch Sensors for Human Movement Monitoring and Fall Detection in Ergonomics

Harish Chander et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH (2020)

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Flexible Textile-Based Self-Driven Sensor Used for Human Motion Monitoring

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Article Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Simply Structured Wearable Triboelectric Nanogenerator Based on a Hybrid Composition of Carbon Nanotubes and Polymer Layer

Meng Su et al.

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Polymer Materials for High-Performance Triboelectric Nanogenerators

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An epidermal sEMG tattoo-like patch as a new human-machine interface for patients with loss of voice

Huicong Liu et al.

MICROSYSTEMS & NANOENGINEERING (2020)

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Sign-to-speech translation using machine-learning-assisted stretchable sensor arrays

Zhihao Zhou et al.

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Self-Assembly of Porous Microstructured Polydimethylsiloxane Films for Wearable Triboelectric Nanogenerators

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A smart Kevlar-based triboelectric nanogenerator with enhanced anti-impact and self-powered sensing properties

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Reliability of R2R-printed, flexible electrodes for e-clothing applications

Rafal Sliz et al.

NPJ FLEXIBLE ELECTRONICS (2020)

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A smart triboelectric nanogenerator with tunable rheological and electrical performance for self-powered multi-sensors

Sheng Wang et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2020)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Sand-polished Kapton film and aluminum as source of electron transfer triboelectric nanogenerator through vertical contact separation mode

Ravi Kumar Cheedarala et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SMART AND NANO MATERIALS (2020)

Review Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence

Multimodal Human Hand Motion Sensing and Analysis-A Review

Yaxu Xue et al.

IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON COGNITIVE AND DEVELOPMENTAL SYSTEMS (2019)

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Symbiotic cardiac pacemaker

Han Ouyang et al.

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Waist-wearable wireless respiration sensor based on triboelectric effect

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Modulation of surface physics and chemistry in triboelectric energy harvesting technologies

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Flexible PDMS-based triboelectric nanogenerator for instantaneous force sensing and human joint movement monitoring

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SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS (2019)

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A smart glove with integrated triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered gesture recognition and language expression

Che-Min Chiu et al.

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Multifunctional Flexible Sensor Based on Laser-Induced Graphene

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Highly conformable stretchable dry electrodes based on inexpensive flex substrate for long-term biopotential (EMG/ECG) monitoring

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A string-suspended and driven rotor for efficient ultra-low frequency mechanical energy harvesting

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ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT (2019)

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Skin-integrated wireless haptic interfaces for virtual and augmented reality

Xinge Yu et al.

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Transcatheter Self-Powered Ultrasensitive Endocardial Pressure Sensor

Zhuo Liu et al.

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Multimodal Cardiovascular Information Monitor Using Piezoelectric Transducers for Wearable Healthcare

Takaaki Okano et al.

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Wenbo Ding et al.

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Biodegradable and flexible arterial-pulse sensor for the wireless monitoring of blood flow

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Wireless body sensor networks based on metamaterial textiles

Xi Tian et al.

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Sensors and Control Interface Methods Based on Triboelectric Nanogenerator in IoT Applications

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IEEE ACCESS (2019)

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Mario Frustaci et al.

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ADVANCED MATERIALS (2018)

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Carbon-Electrode-Tailored All-Inorganic Perovskite Solar Cells To Harvest Solar and Water-Vapor Energy

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Nonlinear dynamic analysis of asymmetric tristable energy harvesters for enhanced energy harvesting

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Boon Giin Lee et al.

IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL (2018)

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IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL (2018)

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Smart Textile Using Hetero-Core Optical Fiber for Heartbeat and Respiration Monitoring

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IEEE TRANSACTIONS ON INDUSTRIAL INFORMATICS (2018)

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Smart textile for respiratory monitoring and thoraco-abdominal motion pattern evaluation

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Relationship of Arterial Stiffness Index and Pulse Pressure With Cardiovascular Disease and Mortality

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JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION (2018)

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Pulse sensor based on single-electrode triboelectric nanogenerator

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ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2018)

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Relation between blood pressure and pulse wave velocity for human arteries

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Effective weight control via an implanted self-powered vagus nerve stimulation device

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