Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ruiqing Li, Yeyang Wang, Yujie Chen, Jiaxuan Zhao, Yawei Wang, Jingxi An, Yanan Lu, Yuehua Chen, Wenyong Lai, Xinwen Zhang, Wei Huang
Summary: In this study, a low-cost and efficient fabric-based lighting device called Fa-TPLEDs is presented. The device consists of a smooth reflective Ag cathode and a composite transparent anode made of polydimethylsiloxane/silver nanowires/poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene):poly(styrenesulfonate). The Fa-TPLEDs show excellent optoelectrical properties and robust mechanical flexibility, making them suitable for wearable displays.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue Hou, Yang Yang, Ziyu Wang, Zhaoyu Li, Xingzhong Zhang, Brandon Bethers, Rui Xiong, Haizhong Guo, Hongyu Yu
Summary: Ultraflexible fabric-based thermoelectric generators (uf-TEGs) with conductive cloth electrodes and elastic fabric substrate have been developed, demonstrating excellent integrity and flexibility for high functional thermoelectric performance under large strain or irregularly shaped heat sources.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hao Zhang, Hangbo Zhao, Xingyue Zhao, Chenkai Xu, Daniel Franklin, Abraham Vazquez-Guardado, Wubin Bai, Jeffrey Zhao, Kan Li, Giuditta Monti, Wei Lu, Aya Kobeissi, Limei Tian, Xin Ning, Xinge Yu, Sunita Mehta, Debashis Chanda, Yonggang Huang, Shuai Xu, Bethany E. Perez White, John A. Rogers
Summary: Phototherapy using UVA LEDs and light waveguides in a skin-integrated optoelectronic device shows promise in treating challenging dermatological diseases by enhancing light delivery to deep skin and reducing phototoxicity. The device also enables enhanced modulation of gene expression relevant to sclerosing skin diseases and is compatible with design principles in soft, skin-compatible electronics.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2021)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Siwei Xiang, Long Qin, Xiaofei Wei, Xing Fan, Chunmei Li
Summary: With the rapid development of flexible wearable electronics, the integration of fabric and energy-storage devices provides a sustainable and eco-friendly solution for wearable distributed electronics. Fabric-type flexible energy-storage devices have the advantage of conforming well to the body surface and movements associated with wearing habits. This review comprehensively presents advances in flexible fabric-type energy-storage devices, including their significance, construction methods, hybrid forms, and future directions.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Juana-Mariel Davila-Vilchis, Juan Carlos Avila-Vilchis, Adriana Herlinda Vilchis-Gonzalez, Luis Adrian Zuniga-Aviles, Juan Manuel Jacinto-Villegas
Summary: This paper addresses the design, fabrication, and control of fabric inflatable soft actuators (FISAs) for driving soft wearable devices (SWD) for rehabilitation or assistance tasks. FISAs are made of a set of pneumatic chambers and can be adaptable to any size of limb. The study demonstrates the functionality of FISAs in lifting objects, surpassing the exosuit.
Article
Infectious Diseases
Matthew P. Wylie, Rebecca A. Craig, Sean P. Gorman, Colin P. McCoy
Summary: Light-activated photosensitizer solutions in the presence of surfactants and germination-promoting agents provide a highly effective method to eradicate dormant and vegetative bacteria. These solutions could provide a useful alternative to traditional chemical agents used for high-level decontamination and infection control within health care.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dae Hun Kim, Tae Whan Kim
Summary: Wearable displays are becoming a core technology for communication between machines and humans, but durability under clothing deformation is still an issue. The self-healable OLEDs reported in this study can recover from physical deformations and have a low operating voltage.
Article
Fisheries
Junita Diana Karlsen, Valentina Melli, Ludvig Ahm Krag
Summary: The study found that the luminous netting VISIONET can alter the vertical behavior of fishes and Nephrops in a Nephrops trawl fishery. Contrary to expectations, gadoids tended to enter the lower compartment more frequently, while large Nephrops preferred the lower compartment.
ICES JOURNAL OF MARINE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Qinghua Yu, Chuanli Su, Siyi Bi, Yaoli Huang, Jianna Li, Huiqi Shao, Jinhua Jiang, Nanliang Chen
Summary: In this study, composite materials using different fabrics and MXene nanosheets were prepared through room temperature impregnation. The Ti3C2Tx@NWF composite was found to be the optimal flexible pressure sensor, demonstrating high sensitivity, a wide sensing range, fast response/recovery times, and excellent durability. The findings provide a basis for the rational design of MXene/textile composites as wearable pressure sensors and demonstrate the potential of these sensors in monitoring human motion and locating pressure accurately.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Hongwei Chu, Xiaokang Hu, Cheng-Yu Lee, Anning Zhang, Yang Ye, Yuxin Wang, Yangyang Chen, Xiao Yan, Xinzhong Wang, Jun Wei, Sisi He, Yingchun Li
Summary: This article introduces a novel electrochemical fabric for real-time monitoring of cytokines. The fabric is flexible, breathable, and can be applied to different body parts. It can also track other biomarkers by replacing the coupling aptamer, serving as a universal platform for sweat analysis. Rating: 9/10.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Haojun Liu, Xianmei Zhong, Xin He, Yushan Li, Ningjing Zhou, Zhijun Ma, Dezhi Zhu, Huijiao Ji
Summary: A stretchable conductive fabric with high conductivity and good stretchability was prepared by dip-coating poly(styrene-block-butadiene-block-styrene) and loading silver nanoparticles. The fabric exhibits high conductivity, high elongation at break, good breathability, and durability, as well as antibacterial properties and low cytotoxicity to skin cells.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Fanny Spagnolo, Pasquale Corsonello, Fabio Frustaci, Stefania Perri
Summary: The research team designed a custom hardware architecture that can reconstruct high-resolution images by treating the foveal region and peripheral region differently. Hardware experiments demonstrate that this solution can process ultrahigh definition frames with high throughput, while reducing energy consumption and maintaining perceptual visual quality.
IEEE SENSORS JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Caroline Karmann, Giorgia Chinazzo, Andreas Schiller, Krishna Manwani, Jan Wienold, Marilyne Andersen
Summary: Providing both glare protection and a view to the outside through fabric shading devices is challenging, as these two objectives require conflicting material properties. A study on different fabric types showed that fabrics with low openness factors (OF) provided glare protection but compromised view clarity, while charcoal-colored fabrics with high OF had lower glare protection but better view quality. The results also highlighted the importance of allowing occupants to control the shading height for improved daylight levels and view out.
BUILDING AND ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Francesco Inchingolo, Angelo Michele Inchingolo, Giulia Latini, Gaetano Del Vecchio, Irma Trilli, Laura Ferrante, Gianna Dipalma, Andrea Palermo, Alessio Danilo Inchingolo
Summary: This review provides an overview of recent research on the potential of low-level light therapy (LLLT) in orthodontics, focusing on tooth movement, root resorption, pain perception, and miniscrew stability. LLLT has shown positive effects on osteoblast proliferation, bone regeneration, and increased tooth movement rate, as well as improving miniscrew stability and reducing root resorption. However, the potential benefits of LLLT in pain relief during orthodontic treatment remain controversial. Further studies are needed to determine its efficacy in pain management.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Sunyoung Sohn, Seongju Kim, Jae Won Shim, Sang Kooun Jung, Sungjune Jung
Summary: By directly printing OLEDs on fabric substrates and introducing a planarization layer with a synthesized PVA solution, researchers were able to achieve lower turn-on voltage and higher luminance values. The fabric-based OLEDs with a PVA planarization layer showed improved performance compared to devices without the layer, with better resistance to water absorption and higher luminance values.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Textiles
Xinxin Huang, Xiaoming Tao, Rong Yin, Shirui Liu
Summary: The study introduces a Relative Hairiness Index (RHI) to evaluate the tucking and securing of fiber ends in yarns, providing valuable insights into the effectiveness of spinning parameters and methods and predicting the potential for hairiness formation. The RHI serves as a significant reference for spinning process design and yarn quality control.
TEXTILE RESEARCH JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rui Wang, Zhuolin Du, Zhigang Xia, Jiaxin Liu, Pan Li, Zhenhua Wu, Yamei Yue, Yuanzhuo Xiang, Jinchang Meng, Dexiang Liu, Weilin Xu, Xiaoming Tao, Guangming Tao, Bin Su
Summary: This study demonstrates a flexible magnetoelectrical clothing generator that can generate electricity through arm swinging. Continuous magnetic yarns produced by a particle flow spinning method can be woven into fabrics at a low cost. The fabrics and conductive wires integrated into the armpit parts of the clothing can provide stable voltage and current output.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Instruments & Instrumentation
Xi Wang, Qiao Li, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: This study fabricated a strain sensor based on conductive composites-coated fabric and improved its performance through a physical pretreatment scheme. Results showed that the cracked surface morphology significantly reduced electrical hysteresis and improved electromechanical resilience. It was also found that the linear strain-resistance property of the sensors was largely retained after pretreatment. The findings suggest that cracking can be considered to improve the sensing performance of other coated fabric flexible sensors.
SMART MATERIALS AND STRUCTURES
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fei Liang, Xujiang Chao, Shudong Yu, Yuheng Gu, Xiaohui Zhang, Xin Wei, Jintu Fan, Xiao-ming Tao, Dahua Shou
Summary: The TO-DEHF, with optimized fabric electrodes, achieves stable and efficient output from randomly falling droplets, significantly increasing peak power density. This all-fabric device is highly flexible and breathable, successfully demonstrated in a self-powered wireless wearable prototype.
ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lingyun Wang, Yu Wang, Su Yang, Xiaoming Tao, Yunlong Zi, Walid A. Daoud
Summary: This study introduces a solvent-free ionic elastomer (IE) with high transparency, stretchability, ionic conductivity, adhesiveness, thermal stability, and negligible mechanical hysteresis, suitable for multifunctional stretchable electronics. The IE-based robust strain and temperature sensors demonstrate good linear sensitivity and long-term stability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Su Yang, Xiaoming Tao, Wei Chen, Jianfeng Mao, Heng Luo, Shuping Lin, Lisha Zhang, Jianhua Hao
Summary: This study develops an efficient ionic hydrogel moisture-electric generator that can continuously generate direct-current electricity with high power density. The generator can be easily integrated on a large scale to drive various commercial electronic devices, providing a green, versatile, and efficient power source for the Internet-of-Things and wearable electronics.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Bo Fang, Jianmin Yan, Dan Chang, Jinli Piao, Kit Ming Ma, Qiao Gu, Ping Gao, Yang Chai, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: This study introduced a good solvent exchange strategy to wet spin ultrafine polyaniline fibers with diameters below 5 µm, high energy and charge storage capacities, and favorable mechanical performance. These ultrafine polyaniline fibers are qualified to build tactile organic electrochemical transistors.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Polymer Science
Qi Bao, Ziheng Zhang, Baocheng Yu, Huize Sun, Polly Hang-mei Leung, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: Polylactic acid (PLA) oligomers are bio-safe and eco-friendly antimicrobial agents that exhibit robust and rapid antiviral activity against viruses, including influenza A virus and coronavirus. They also demonstrate high antibacterial efficacy against both Gram negative and Gram positive bacteria, as well as efficient antifungal activity against Candida albicans. PLA oligomers have broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties and hold great potential for applications in medical textiles, food preservation, water disinfection, and personal hygiene, due to their unique biodegradability and biocompatibility.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yu Chen, Erdong Chen, Zihao Wang, Yali Ling, Rosie Fisher, Mengjiao Li, Jacob Hart, Weilei Mu, Wei Gao, Xiaoming Tao, Bao Yang, Rong Yin
Summary: This study presents a novel approach to developing Textile-based TENGs using an embroidery technique. The use of enameled copper wires as embroidery materials enables the production of high voltage and current when in contact with specific fabrics. Plasma treatment improves the performance of the copper wire, resulting in higher power density. These embroidery TENGs have great potential for smart wearable devices.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xi Wang, Zongqian Wu, Ying Xiong, Qiao Li, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: This study proposed a high-accuracy parametric modeling approach for human limbs. By utilizing 3D scans and non-uniform rational B-splines method, a new parametric model for human calves was developed. Error analysis showed that this model achieved high efficiency and accuracy, making it suitable for remote customized design and compression garment design.
COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xiaoming Tao, Jiang Xu, Kun Yang, Daohui Lin
Summary: The new paradigm in wastewater treatment focuses on resource recovery, especially for non-renewable phosphorus (P). Nanomaterial-based adsorption technology, such as oxymagnesite/green rust (OMGR) nanohybrids, offers high efficiency and selectivity for P recovery from wastewater. OMGR demonstrated excellent selectivity for phosphate removal, wide pH adaptability, and a high removal capacity of 141 mg P.g-1. Phosphate-loaded OMGR also acted as a slow-release P-fertilizer, providing a green and eco-friendly approach to P resource recovery and reuse.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Qi Bao, Ziheng Zhang, Heng Luo, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: The degradability of fabrics made from PLA/PHB blends in marine seawater was studied, and it was found that the dry-mass percentage of the fabrics decreased progressively after eight weeks of immersion. Environmental aging parameters, such as UV irradiation and aerating, were confirmed to accelerate the abiotic hydrolysis of the fabrics. The hydrolysis degradability of bulky PLA/PHB blends used to produce the fabrics was found to be negligible.
Review
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Lisha Zhang, Man Yui Leung, Svetlana Boriskina, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: Textiles contribute 5-10% of global greenhouse gas emissions throughout their life cycle and have a significant impact on water pollution due to the release of microplastics and chemicals. This article examines the latest technological developments aimed at addressing these issues and analyzes their alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals outlined in the United Nations Agenda 2030, particularly regarding natural resource utilization, energy consumption, and environmental impacts. A systematic analytical framework is utilized to identify and elucidate impactful technologies, along with discussions on future directions for accelerating the green transformation of textiles.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jin Liu, Qiutong Liu, Shuping Lin, Man Yui Leung, Yuan Ma, Xiaoming Tao
Summary: Wearable thermoelectric generators are solid-state devices that produce electric energy by harvesting thermal energy from human body or environments. They are suitable for human, light, compact, deformable, safe, comfortable, durable, and cost-effective. This article provides a critical overview and review of the state-of-the-art wearable thermoelectric generators, including operational principles, materials, structures, fabrication processes, and potential applications. Theoretical aspects of their working mechanisms are also included and the scientific and practical challenges are discussed.
PHYSICA STATUS SOLIDI-RAPID RESEARCH LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Andrew Balilonda, Ziqi Li, Chuanyao Luo, Xiaoming Tao, Wei Chen
Summary: By utilizing chloride ions as catalysts, high-quality 2D3D hybrid perovskite materials can be synthesized at lower reaction temperatures and shorter reaction times. Integration of these materials into fiber-shaped solar cells leads to high conversion efficiency and excellent stability.
ADVANCED FIBER MATERIALS
(2023)
