Graphene coated nonwoven fabrics as wearable sensors

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (15) ◽  
pp. 3224-3230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Donghe Du ◽  
Pengcheng Li ◽  
Jianyong Ouyang
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Nonwoven Fabric ◽  
Wearable Sensor ◽  
Nonwoven Fabrics ◽  
Human Motions

A low cost graphene coated nonwoven fabric wearable sensor can monitor a series of human motions including pulse and respiration.

scholarly journals A preliminary study of printed electronics through flexography impression on flexible substrates

2021 ◽  
Vol 72 (02) ◽  
pp. 133-137
Author(s):  
ANA M. RODES-CARBONELL ◽  
JOSUÉ FERRI ◽  
EDUARDO GARCIA-BREIJO ◽  
EVA BOU-BELDA
Keyword(s):  
Printed Electronics ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Nonwoven Fabric ◽  
Flexible Substrates ◽  
Continuous Manufacturing ◽  
Colour Fastness ◽  
High Productivity ◽  
Nonwoven Fabrics ◽  
Silver Ink ◽  
Paper Substrates

The work is framed within Printed Electronics, an emerging technology for the manufacture of electronic products. Among the different printing methods, the roll-to-roll flexography technique is used because it allows continuous manufacturing and high productivity at low cost. Apart from the process parameters, the ink and the substrate properties are some of the variables associated with the flexographic printing. Specifically, this study investigates the ink penetration, the print uniformity, the adhesion, the fastness, and the electrical behaviour of the same conductive silver ink printed on different flexible substrates through the flexography process. In addition to polymeric and siliconized paper substrates, which are typical used in printed electronics, two substrates were also chosen for the study: woven and nonwoven fabric. Optical, scanning electronic microscope (SEM), 4-point Kelvin and colour fastness to wash and rubbing analyses have been performed. The results concluded that, regarding the conductivity behaviour, porous substrates like textiles and nonwoven fabrics without pre and post treatments do not present acceptable results, whereas polymers or silicone papers do. Nevertheless, woven and nonwoven fabrics are a suitable early option regarding colour fastness to wash instead of thin polymeric and paper substrates that tear at the wash machine. A solution for an optimal printing on textiles would be the surface substrates pre-treatment by applying different chemical compounds that increase the adhesion of the ink on the fabric

scholarly journals Rehabilitation and Return to Sport Assessment after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injury: Quantifying Joint Kinematics during Complex High-Speed Tasks through Wearable Sensors

Sensors ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (7) ◽  
pp. 2331
Author(s):  
Stefano Di Paolo ◽  
Nicola Francesco Lopomo ◽  
Francesco Della Villa ◽  
Gabriele Paolini ◽  
Giulio Figari ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Anterior Cruciate Ligament ◽  
Excellent Agreement ◽  
High Speed ◽  
Cruciate Ligament ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Return To Sport ◽  
Acl Injury ◽  
Wearable Sensor ◽  
Anterior Cruciate ◽  
Full Body

The aim of the present study was to quantify joint kinematics through a wearable sensor system in multidirectional high-speed complex movements used in a protocol for rehabilitation and return to sport assessment after Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury, and to validate it against a gold standard optoelectronic marker-based system. Thirty-four healthy athletes were evaluated through a full-body wearable sensor (MTw Awinda, Xsens) and a marker-based optoelectronic (Vicon Nexus, Vicon) system during the execution of three tasks: drop jump, forward sprint, and 90° change of direction. Clinically relevant joint angles of lower limbs and trunk were compared through Pearson’s correlation coefficient (r), and the Coefficient of Multiple Correlation (CMC). An excellent agreement (r > 0.94, CMC > 0.96) was found for knee and hip sagittal plane kinematics in all the movements. A fair-to-excellent agreement was found for frontal (r 0.55–0.96, CMC 0.63–0.96) and transverse (r 0.45–0.84, CMC 0.59–0.90) plane kinematics. Movement complexity slightly affected the agreement between the systems. The system based on wearable sensors showed fair-to-excellent concurrent validity in the evaluation of the specific joint parameters commonly used in rehabilitation and return to sport assessment after ACL injury for complex movements. The ACL professionals could benefit from full-body wearable technology in the on-field rehabilitation of athletes.

scholarly journals A Textile Waste Fiber-Reinforced Cement Composite: Comparison between Short Random Fiber and Textile Reinforcement

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (13) ◽  
pp. 3742
Author(s):  
Payam Sadrolodabaee ◽  
Josep Claramunt ◽  
Mònica Ardanuy ◽  
Albert de la Fuente
Keyword(s):  
Construction Material ◽  
Drying Shrinkage ◽  
Cement Composite ◽  
Nonwoven Fabric ◽  
Textile Waste ◽  
Nonwoven Fabrics ◽  
Potential Applications ◽  
Reinforced Cement ◽  
The One ◽  
Garment And Textile

Currently, millions of tons of textile waste from the garment and textile industries are generated worldwide each year. As a promising option in terms of sustainability, textile waste fibers could be used as internal reinforcement of cement-based composites by enhancing ductility and decreasing crack propagation. To this end, two extensive experimental programs were carried out, involving the use of either fractions of short random fibers at 6–10% by weight or nonwoven fabrics in 3–7 laminate layers in the textile waste-reinforcement of cement, and the mechanical and durability properties of the resulting composites were characterized. Flexural resistance in pre- and post-crack, toughness, and stiffness of the resulting composites were assessed in addition to unrestrained drying shrinkage testing. The results obtained from those programs were analyzed and compared to identify the optimal composite and potential applications. Based on the results of experimental analysis, the feasibility of using this textile waste composite as a potential construction material in nonstructural concrete structures such as facade cladding, raised floors, and pavements was confirmed. The optimal composite was proven to be the one reinforced with six layers of nonwoven fabric, with a flexural strength of 15.5 MPa and a toughness of 9.7 kJ/m2.

scholarly journals Graphene oxide-based rechargeable respiratory masks

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Stelbin Peter Figerez ◽  
Sudeshna Patra ◽  
G Rajalakshmi ◽  
Tharangattu N Narayanan
Keyword(s):  
Graphene Oxide ◽  
Polyvinylidene Fluoride ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Triboelectric Nanogenerator ◽  
Layer System ◽  
Retention Capacity ◽  
Simple Modification ◽  
Nonwoven Fabrics ◽  
Mask Design

Abstract Respiratory masks having similar standards of ‘N95’, defined by the US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, will be highly sought after, post the current COVID-19 pandemic. Here, such a low-cost (∼$1/mask) mask design having electrostatic rechargeability and filtration efficiency of >95% with a quality factor of ∼20 kPa−1 is demonstrated. This filtration efficacy is for particles of size 300 nm. The tri-layer mask, named PPDFGO tri, contains nylon, modified polypropylene (PPY), and cotton nonwoven fabrics as three layers. The melt-spun PPY, available in a conventional N95 mask, modified with graphene oxide and polyvinylidene fluoride mixture containing paste using a simple solution casting method acts as active filtration layer. The efficacy of this tri-layer system toward triboelectric rechargeability using small mechanical agitations is demonstrated here. These triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG)-assisted membranes have high electrostatic charge retention capacity (∼1 nC/cm2 after 5 days in ambient condition) and high rechargeability even in very humid conditions (>80% RH). A simple but robust permeability measurement set up is also constructed to test these TENG-based membranes, where a flow rate of 30–35 L/min is maintained during the testing. Such a simple modification to the existing mask designs enabling their rechargeability via external mechanical disturbances, with enhanced usability for single use as well as for reuse with decontantamination, will be highly beneficial in the realm of indispensable personal protective equipment.

The Feasibility and Effectiveness of Wearable Sensor Technology in the Management of Elderly Diabetics with Foot Ulcer Remission: A Proof-Of-Concept Pilot Study with Six Cases

Gerontology ◽  
2021 ◽  
pp. 1-10
Author(s):  
Chenzhen Du ◽  
Hongyan Wang ◽  
Heming Chen ◽  
Xiaoyun Fan ◽  
Dongliang Liu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Odds Ratio ◽  
Stride Length ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Foot Ulcer ◽  
Wearable Devices ◽  
Foot Ulcers ◽  
Diabetic Patients ◽  
Wearable Sensor ◽  
Double Support ◽  
Gait Parameters

Aims: Using specials wearable sensors, we explored changes in gait and balance parameters, over time, in elderly patients at high risk of diabetic foot, wearing different types of footwear. This assessed the relationship between gait and balance changes in elderly diabetic patients and the development of foot ulcers, in a bid to uncover potential benefits of wearable devices in the prognosis and management of the aforementioned complication. Methods: A wearable sensor-based monitoring system was used in middle-elderly patients with diabetes who recently recovered from neuropathic plantar foot ulcers. A total of 6 patients (age range: 55–80 years) were divided into 2 groups: the therapeutic footwear group (n = 3) and the regular footwear (n = 3) group. All subjects were assessed for gait and balance throughout the study period. Walking ability and gait pattern were assessed by allowing participants to walk normally for 1 min at habitual speed. The balance assessment program incorporated the “feet together” standing test and the instrumented modified Clinical Test of Sensory Integration and Balance. Biomechanical information was monitored at least 3 times. Results: We found significant differences in stride length (p < 0.0001), stride velocity (p < 0.0001), and double support (p < 0.0001) between the offloading footwear group (OG) and the regular footwear group on a group × time interaction. The balance test embracing eyes-open condition revealed a significant difference in Hip Sway (p = 0.004), COM Range ML (p = 0.008), and COM Position (p = 0.004) between the 2 groups. Longitudinally, the offloading group exhibited slight improvement in the performance of gait parameters over time. The stride length (odds ratio 3.54, 95% CI 1.34–9.34, p = 0.018) and velocity (odds ratio 3.13, 95% CI 1.19–8.19, p = 0.033) of OG patients increased, converse to the double-support period (odds ratio 6.20, 95% CI 1.97–19.55, p = 0.002), which decreased. Conclusions: Special wearable devices can accurately monitor gait and balance parameters in patients in real time. The finding reveals the feasibility and effectiveness of advanced wearable sensors in the prevention and management of diabetic foot ulcer and provides a solid background for future research. In addition, the development of foot ulcers in elderly diabetic patients may be associated with changes in gait parameters and the nature of footwear. Even so, larger follow-up studies are needed to validate our findings.

scholarly journals Transit pollution exposure monitoring using low-cost wearable sensors

2021 ◽  
Vol 98 ◽  
pp. 102981
Author(s):  
Naser Hossein Motlagh ◽  
Martha A. Zaidan ◽  
Pak L. Fung ◽  
Eemil Lagerspetz ◽  
Kasimir Aula ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Cost ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Exposure Monitoring ◽  
Pollution Exposure

scholarly journals Wearable Sensor and Internet of Things Technology for Better Medical Science: A Review

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.11) ◽  
pp. 1 ◽  
Author(s):  
Arisa Olivia Putri ◽  
Musab A. M. Ali ◽  
Mohammad Saad ◽  
Sidiq Samsul Hidayat
Keyword(s):  
Internet Of Things ◽  
User Interfaces ◽  
Communication Systems ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Mobile User ◽  
Wearable Sensor ◽  
Main Concept ◽  
Paper Review ◽  
Internet Of Things Technology

E-health becomes one of the internet's products for healthcare. The problems of health service such as far hospital and expensive examination fees become the emergence of this technology. Consequently, people reluctant to check their health to hospital. E-health provides information on disease prevention, detecting early symptoms, and monitoring the patient's condition based on medical parameters from a far distance. Internet of things became the main concept in this system, which combines wearable sensors, communication systems, and mobile user interfaces. Reliable and valid system, easily carried, help the doctor to monitor patients from far distance expectantly to overcome the problems. The aims of this paper review are describing how an internet of things technology and wearable sensor help medical science and find the best way to create a health monitoring system.   

scholarly journals Experimental Characterization of Inkjet-Printed Stretchable Circuits for Wearable Sensor Applications

Sensors ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (10) ◽  
pp. 3476 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jumana Abu-Khalaf ◽  
Razan Saraireh ◽  
Saleh Eisa ◽  
Ala’aldeen Al-Halhouli
Keyword(s):  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Experimental Characterization ◽  
Wearable Sensor ◽  
Successful Development ◽  
Sensor Applications ◽  
Cost Effective Method ◽  
Stretchable Circuits ◽  
Nanoparticle Ink

This paper introduces a cost-effective method for the fabrication of stretchable circuits on polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) using inkjet printing of silver nanoparticle ink. The fabrication method, presented here, allows for the development of fully stretchable and wearable sensors. Inkjet-printed sinusoidal and horseshoe patterns are experimentally characterized in terms of the effect of their geometry on stretchability, while maintaining adequate electrical conductivity. The optimal fabricated circuit, with a horseshoe pattern at an angle of 45°, is capable of undergoing an axial stretch up to a strain of 25% with a resistance under 800 Ω. The conductivity of the circuit is fully reversible once it is returned to its pre-stretching state. The circuit could also undergo up to 3000 stretching cycles without exhibiting a significant change in its conductivity. In addition, the successful development of a novel inkjet-printed fully stretchable and wearable version of the conventional pulse oximeter is demonstrated. Finally, the resulting sensor is evaluated in comparison to its commercially available counterpart.

scholarly journals A Study on the Entanglement and High-Strength Mechanism of Spunlaced Nonwoven Fabric of Hydrophilic PET Fibers

2013 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 155892501300800 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hong Wang ◽  
Jingjing Zhu ◽  
Xiangyu Jin ◽  
Haibo Wu
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
High Strength ◽  
Nonwoven Fabric ◽  
Fiber Content ◽  
Nonwoven Fabrics ◽  
Pull Out ◽  
Fundamental Research ◽  
Pet Fibers ◽  
Set Up

Spunlaced nonwoven fabrics have been widely used recently, but fundamental research on the spunlaced nonwoven process is relatively weak. It is inexplicit until now how fibers are entangled with each other during the hydroentangling process. In this paper, a pull-out experiment designed to study the entanglement properties of spunlaced nonwoven fabrics using common and hydrophilic PET fibers as objects is described. It was found that the broken fiber content can be used to represent the entanglement intensity of the spunlaced nonwoven fabrics. In addition, a formula was set up to calculate the tensile strength of the spunlaced nonwoven fabric based on its pull-out behavior.

scholarly journals A Survey of NFC Sensors Based on Energy Harvesting for IoT Applications

Sensors ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (11) ◽  
pp. 3746 ◽  
Author(s):  
Antonio Lazaro ◽  
Ramon Villarino ◽  
David Girbau
Keyword(s):  
Energy Harvesting ◽  
Integrated Circuits ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Near Field ◽  
Wearable Sensors ◽  
Cold Chain ◽  
Iot Applications ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Frequency Identification

In this article, an overview of recent advances in the field of battery-less near-field communication (NFC) sensors is provided, along with a brief comparison of other short-range radio-frequency identification (RFID) technologies. After reviewing power transfer using NFC, recommendations are made for the practical design of NFC-based tags and NFC readers. A list of commercial NFC integrated circuits with energy-harvesting capabilities is also provided. Finally, a survey of the state of the art in NFC-based sensors is presented, which demonstrates that a wide range of sensors (both chemical and physical) can be used with this technology. Particular interest arose in wearable sensors and cold-chain traceability applications. The availability of low-cost devices and the incorporation of NFC readers into most current mobile phones make NFC technology key to the development of green Internet of Things (IoT) applications.

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