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Navitski I, Ramanaviciute A, Ramanavicius S, Pogorielov M, Ramanavicius A. MXene-Based Chemo-Sensors and Other Sensing Devices. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 14:447. [PMID: 38470777 DOI: 10.3390/nano14050447] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2024] [Revised: 02/15/2024] [Accepted: 02/24/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024]
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MXenes have received worldwide attention across various scientific and technological fields since the first report of the synthesis of Ti3C2 nanostructures in 2011. The unique characteristics of MXenes, such as superior mechanical strength and flexibility, liquid-phase processability, tunable surface functionality, high electrical conductivity, and the ability to customize their properties, have led to the widespread development and exploration of their applications in energy storage, electronics, biomedicine, catalysis, and environmental technologies. The significant growth in publications related to MXenes over the past decade highlights the extensive research interest in this material. One area that has a great potential for improvement through the integration of MXenes is sensor design. Strain sensors, temperature sensors, pressure sensors, biosensors (both optical and electrochemical), gas sensors, and environmental pollution sensors targeted at volatile organic compounds (VOCs) could all gain numerous improvements from the inclusion of MXenes. This report delves into the current research landscape, exploring the advancements in MXene-based chemo-sensor technologies and examining potential future applications across diverse sensor types.
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- Ilya Navitski
- Department of Nanotechnology, State Research Institute Center for Physical Sciences and Technology (FTMC), Sauletekio av. 3, LT-10257 Vilnius, Lithuania
- Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences, Institute of Chemistry, Vilnius University, Naugarduko 24, LT-03225 Vilnius, Lithuania
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- Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences, Institute of Chemistry, Vilnius University, Naugarduko 24, LT-03225 Vilnius, Lithuania
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- Department of Organic Chemistry, State Research Institute Center for Physical Sciences and Technology, Saulėtekio av. 3, LT-10257 Vilnius, Lithuania
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- Biomedical Research Centre, Sumy State University, 2, Kharkivska Str., 40007 Sumy, Ukraine
- Institute of Atomic Physics and Spectroscopy, University of Latvia, 3 Jelgavas St., LV-1004 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry and Geosciences, Institute of Chemistry, Vilnius University, Naugarduko 24, LT-03225 Vilnius, Lithuania
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Gómez-Sánchez J, Sánchez-Romate XF, Espadas FJ, Prolongo SG, Jiménez-Suárez A. Electromechanical Properties of Smart Vitrimers Reinforced with Carbon Nanotubes for SHM Applications. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2024; 24:806. [PMID: 38339523 PMCID: PMC10857168 DOI: 10.3390/s24030806] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2023] [Revised: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 01/24/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024]
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The Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) capabilities of a well-studied self-healing epoxy resin based on disulfide bonds, through the addition of carbon nanotubes (CNTs), are studied. Since these materials demonstrated, in recent works, a high dependency of the dynamic hardener content on the repair performance, this study aimed to analyze the effect of the vitrimeric chemistry on the electromechanical properties by studying different 2-aminophenyl disulfide (2-AFD) hardener and CNT contents. The electrical conductivity increases with both the CNT and AFD contents, in general. Moreover, an excess of AFD close to the stoichiometric ratio with a low CNT content improved the tensile strength by 45%, while higher AFD contents promoted its detriment by 41% due to a reduced crosslinking density. However, no significant difference in the mechanical properties was observed at a higher CNT content, regardless of the AFD ratio. The developed materials demonstrate a robust electromechanical response at quasi-static conditions. The sensitivity significantly increases at higher AFD ratios, from 0.69 to 2.22 for the 0.2 wt.%. CNT system, which is advantageous due to the enhanced repair performance of these vitrimeric materials with a higher hardener content. These results reveal the potential use of self-healing vitrimers as integrated SHM systems capable of detecting damages and self-repairing autonomously.
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- Javier Gómez-Sánchez
- Materials Science and Engineering Area, Escuela Superior de Ciencias Experimentales y Tecnología, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain; (X.F.S.-R.); (F.J.E.); (S.G.P.)
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- Materials Science and Engineering Area, Escuela Superior de Ciencias Experimentales y Tecnología, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain; (X.F.S.-R.); (F.J.E.); (S.G.P.)
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- Materials Science and Engineering Area, Escuela Superior de Ciencias Experimentales y Tecnología, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain; (X.F.S.-R.); (F.J.E.); (S.G.P.)
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- Materials Science and Engineering Area, Escuela Superior de Ciencias Experimentales y Tecnología, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain; (X.F.S.-R.); (F.J.E.); (S.G.P.)
- Instituto de Tecnologías para la Sostenibilidad, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain
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- Materials Science and Engineering Area, Escuela Superior de Ciencias Experimentales y Tecnología, Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, Calle Tulipán s/n, Móstoles, 28933 Madrid, Spain; (X.F.S.-R.); (F.J.E.); (S.G.P.)
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Wang J, Chu J, Song J, Li Z. The application of impantable sensors in the musculoskeletal system: a review. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1270237. [PMID: 38328442 PMCID: PMC10847584 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1270237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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As the population ages and the incidence of traumatic events rises, there is a growing trend toward the implantation of devices to replace damaged or degenerated tissues in the body. In orthopedic applications, some implants are equipped with sensors to measure internal data and monitor the status of the implant. In recent years, several multi-functional implants have been developed that the clinician can externally control using a smart device. Experts anticipate that these versatile implants could pave the way for the next-generation of technological advancements. This paper provides an introduction to implantable sensors and is structured into three parts. The first section categorizes existing implantable sensors based on their working principles and provides detailed illustrations with examples. The second section introduces the most common materials used in implantable sensors, divided into rigid and flexible materials according to their properties. The third section is the focal point of this article, with implantable orthopedic sensors being classified as joint, spine, or fracture, based on different practical scenarios. The aim of this review is to introduce various implantable orthopedic sensors, compare their different characteristics, and outline the future direction of their development and application.
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- Jinzuo Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Department of Engineering Mechanics, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, First Affiliated Hospital of Dalian Medical University, Dalian, China
- Key Laboratory of Molecular Mechanism for Repair and Remodeling of Orthopaedic Diseases, Dalian, Liaoning, China
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Zhang C, Ouyang W, Zhang L, Li D. A dual-mode fiber-shaped flexible capacitive strain sensor fabricated by direct ink writing technology for wearable and implantable health monitoring applications. MICROSYSTEMS & NANOENGINEERING 2023; 9:158. [PMID: 38144391 PMCID: PMC10739884 DOI: 10.1038/s41378-023-00634-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/12/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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Flexible fiber-shaped strain sensors show tremendous potential in wearable health monitoring and human‒machine interactions due to their compatibility with everyday clothing. However, the conductive and sensitive materials generated by traditional manufacturing methods to fabricate fiber-shaped strain sensors, including sequential coating and solution extrusion, exhibit limited stretchability, resulting in a limited stretch range and potential interface delamination. To address this issue, we fabricate a fiber-shaped flexible capacitive strain sensor (FSFCSS) by direct ink writing technology. Through this technology, we print parallel helical Ag electrodes on the surface of TPU tube fibers and encapsulate them with a high dielectric material BTO@Ecoflex, endowing FSFCSS with excellent dual-mode sensing performance. The FSFCSS can sense dual-model strain, namely, axial tensile strain and radial expansion strain. For axial tensile strain sensing, FSFCSS exhibits a wide detection range of 178%, a significant sensitivity of 0.924, a low detection limit of 0.6%, a low hysteresis coefficient of 1.44%, and outstanding mechanical stability. For radial expansion strain sensing, FSFCSS demonstrates a sensitivity of 0.00086 mmHg-1 and exhibits excellent responsiveness to static and dynamic expansion strain. Furthermore, FSFCSS was combined with a portable data acquisition circuit board for the acquisition of physiological signals and human‒machine interaction in a wearable wireless sensing system. To measure blood pressure and heart rate, FSFCSS was combined with a printed RF coil in series to fabricate a wireless hemodynamic sensor. This work enables simultaneous application in wearable and implantable health monitoring, thereby advancing the development of smart textiles.
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- Chi Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Precision Measuring Technology and Instruments, Tianjin University, 300072 Tianjin, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Precision Measuring Technology and Instruments, Tianjin University, 300072 Tianjin, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Precision Measuring Technology and Instruments, Tianjin University, 300072 Tianjin, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Precision Measuring Technology and Instruments, Tianjin University, 300072 Tianjin, China
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Lin R, Lei M, Ding S, Cheng Q, Ma Z, Wang L, Tang Z, Zhou B, Zhou Y. Applications of flexible electronics related to cardiocerebral vascular system. Mater Today Bio 2023; 23:100787. [PMID: 37766895 PMCID: PMC10519834 DOI: 10.1016/j.mtbio.2023.100787] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Revised: 08/14/2023] [Accepted: 08/28/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Ensuring accessible and high-quality healthcare worldwide requires field-deployable and affordable clinical diagnostic tools with high performance. In recent years, flexible electronics with wearable and implantable capabilities have garnered significant attention from researchers, which functioned as vital clinical diagnostic-assisted tools by real-time signal transmission from interested targets in vivo. As the most crucial and complex system of human body, cardiocerebral vascular system together with heart-brain network attracts researchers inputting profuse and indefatigable efforts on proper flexible electronics design and materials selection, trying to overcome the impassable gulf between vivid organisms and rigid inorganic units. This article reviews recent breakthroughs in flexible electronics specifically applied to cardiocerebral vascular system and heart-brain network. Relevant sensor types and working principles, electronics materials selection and treatment methods are expounded. Applications of flexible electronics related to these interested organs and systems are specially highlighted. Through precedent great working studies, we conclude their merits and point out some limitations in this emerging field, thus will help to pave the way for revolutionary flexible electronics and diagnosis assisted tools development.
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- Runxing Lin
- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
- Brain Cognition and Brain Disease Institute, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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- Institute of Medical Robotics, School of Biomedical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, No.800 Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200240, China
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- Brain Cognition and Brain Disease Institute, Shenzhen Institute of Advanced Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenzhen, 518055, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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- Joint Key Laboratory of the Ministry of Education, Institute of Applied Physics and Materials Engineering, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
- Department of Physics and Chemistry, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Macau, Avenida da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, 999078, China
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Zhang X, Wang Y, Liu H, Xiong Y. Three-dimensional force detection and decoupling of a fiber grating sensor for a humanoid prosthetic hand. OPTICS EXPRESS 2023; 31:38268-38287. [PMID: 38017937 DOI: 10.1364/oe.502912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/08/2023] [Accepted: 10/18/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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A fiber Bragg grating (FBG) based three-dimensional (3D) force sensor for a humanoid prosthetic hand is designed, which can precisely detect 3D force and compensate for ambient temperature. FBG was encapsulated in polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) for force sensitization and immobilization, and the structural parameters of the sensor were optimized by using finite element simulation, so that its sensitivity to 3D force is enhanced. In the meantime, the calibration experiments for normal force fZ, shear force fX/fY, and temperature were conducted, and the 3D force data were decoupled using the least square (LS) and backpropagation (BP) neural networks decoupling methods, so that an overall decoupling error is 0.038. The results show that the sensor has a simple structure, high sensitivity, high linearity, good creep resistance, and rapid decoupling, providing a successful design for the 3D force detection of a humanoid prosthetic hand.
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Pennel Z, McGeehan M, Ong KG. An Optoelectronics-Based Compressive Force Sensor with Scalable Sensitivity. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:6513. [PMID: 37514807 PMCID: PMC10385828 DOI: 10.3390/s23146513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2023] [Revised: 07/10/2023] [Accepted: 07/17/2023] [Indexed: 07/30/2023]
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There is an increasing need to accurately measure compressive force for biomedical and industrial applications. However, this need has not been fully addressed, as many sensors are bulky, have high power requirements, and/or are susceptible to electromagnetic interference. This paper presents an optoelectronics-based force sensor that can overcome the limitations of many sensors in the market. The sensor uses a light emitting diode (LED) to transmit visible broad-spectrum light into a photoresistor through an optically clear spacer on top of an elastomeric medium. In the absence of an external force, the light path is mostly blocked by the opaque elastomeric medium. Under a compressive force, the clear spacer compresses the elastomer, moving itself into the light path, and thus increasing the overall light transmission. The amount of light received by the photoresistor is used to quantify compressive force based on elastomer displacement/compression and a priori knowledge of elastomer stiffness. This sensing scheme was tested under eight different configurations: two different sized sensors with four types of elastomers per size (20A neoprene, 30A neoprene, 50A neoprene, and 75A styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR)). All configurations measured force with R2 > 0.97, RMSE < 1.9 N, and sensitivity values ranging from 17 to 485 N/V. This sensing scheme provides a low-cost, low-power method for accurate force sensing with a wide force range.
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- Zachary Pennel
- Department of Bioengineering, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, USA
- Department of Physics, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, USA
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- Department of Bioengineering, Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403, USA
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Cui J, Huang Z, Li X, Cui L, Shang Y, Tong L. Research on Intelligent Wheelchair Attitude-Based Adjustment Method Based on Action Intention Recognition. MICROMACHINES 2023; 14:1265. [PMID: 37374850 DOI: 10.3390/mi14061265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 06/12/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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At present, research on intelligent wheelchairs mostly focuses on motion control, while research on attitude-based adjustment is relatively insufficient. The existing methods for adjusting wheelchair posture generally lack collaborative control and good human-machine collaboration. This article proposes an intelligent wheelchair posture-adjustment method based on action intention recognition by studying the relationship between the force changes on the contact surface between the human body and the wheelchair and the action intention. This method is applied to a multi-part adjustable electric wheelchair, which is equipped with multiple force sensors to collect pressure information from various parts of the passenger's body. The upper level of the system converts the pressure data into the form of a pressure distribution map, extracts the shape features using the VIT deep learning model, identifies and classifies them, and ultimately identifies the action intentions of the passengers. Based on different action intentions, the electric actuator is controlled to adjust the wheelchair posture. After testing, this method can effectively collect the body pressure data of passengers, with an accuracy of over 95% for the three common intentions of lying down, sitting up, and standing up. The wheelchair can adjust its posture based on the recognition results. By adjusting the wheelchair posture through this method, users do not need to wear additional equipment and are less affected by the external environment. The target function can be achieved with simple learning, which has good human-machine collaboration and can solve the problem of some people having difficulty adjusting the wheelchair posture independently during wheelchair use.
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- Jianwei Cui
- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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- Institute of Instrument Science and Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing 210096, China
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Racek O, Balek J, Loche M, Vích D, Blahůt J. Rock Surface Strain In Situ Monitoring Affected by Temperature Changes at the Požáry Field Lab (Czechia). SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:2237. [PMID: 36850839 PMCID: PMC9963260 DOI: 10.3390/s23042237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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The evaluation of strain in rock masses is crucial information for slope stability studies. For this purpose, a monitoring system for analyzing surface strain using resistivity strain gauges has been tested. Strain is a function of stress, and it is known that stress affects the mechanical properties of geomaterials and can lead to the destabilization of rock slopes. However, stress is difficult to measure in situ. In industrial practice, resistivity strain gauges are used for strain measurement, allowing even small strain changes to be recorded. This setting of dataloggers is usually expensive and there is no accounting for the influence of exogenous factors. Here, the aim of applying resistivity strain gauges in different configurations to measure surface strain in natural conditions, and to determine how the results are affected by factors such as temperature and incoming solar radiation, has been pursued. Subsequently, these factors were mathematically estimated, and a data processing system was created to process the results of each configuration. Finally, the new strategy was evaluated to measure in situ strain by estimating the effect of temperature. The approach highlighted high theoretical accuracy, hence the ability to detect strain variations in field conditions. Therefore, by adjusting for the influence of temperature, it is potentially possible to measure the deformation trend more accurately, while maintaining a lower cost for the sensors.
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- Ondřej Racek
- Institute of Rock Structure & Mechanics, Czech Academy of Sciences, V Holešovičkách 41, 182 09 Prague, Czech Republic
- Department of Physical Geography and Geoecology, Faculty of Science, Charles University, 128 43 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Rock Structure & Mechanics, Czech Academy of Sciences, V Holešovičkách 41, 182 09 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Rock Structure & Mechanics, Czech Academy of Sciences, V Holešovičkách 41, 182 09 Prague, Czech Republic
- Institute of Hydrogeology, Engineering Geology and Applied Geophysics, Charles University, Albertov 6, 128 43 Prague, Czech Republic
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- Statotest, U Jezu 525/4, 460 01 Liberec, Czech Republic
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- Institute of Rock Structure & Mechanics, Czech Academy of Sciences, V Holešovičkách 41, 182 09 Prague, Czech Republic
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Bi G, Xiao B, Lin Y, Yan S, Li S, Tang Y, He G. Modeling and Optimization of the Creep Behavior of Multicomponent Copolymer Nanocomposites. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2023; 23:1190. [PMID: 36772229 PMCID: PMC9920468 DOI: 10.3390/s23031190] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2022] [Revised: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 01/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Polymer creep can significantly reduce the safety and dependability of composite applications, restricting their development and use in additional fields. In this study, single-factor and multi-factor analysis techniques were employed to systematically explore the impacts of nickel powder and graphene on the resistive creep of sensing units. The creep model between the rate of resistance changes and the pressure was established, and the material ratio was optimized to obtain a high creep resistance. The results demonstrated that the creep resistance was best when the filling particle was 10 wt.% and the ratio of nickel powder to graphene was 4:21, which was approximately 60% and 45% lower than the filling alone and the composite filling before optimization, respectively; the R2 of the theoretical value of the resistance creep model and the experimental value of the creep before and after optimization was 0.9736 and 0.9812, indicating that the resistance creep model was highly accurate. Consequently, the addition of filler particles with acceptable proportions, varied shapes, and different characteristics to polymers can effectively reduce polymer creep and has significant potential for the manufacture of sensing units for tactile sensors.
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- Gangping Bi
- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- College of Mechanical Engineering, Chongqing University of Technology, Chongqing 400054, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- College of Artificial Intelligence, Chongqing School, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400020, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- College of Mechanical Engineering, Chongqing University of Technology, Chongqing 400054, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- College of Artificial Intelligence, Chongqing School, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400020, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- College of Mechanical Engineering, Chongqing University of Technology, Chongqing 400054, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
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- Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Artificial Intelligence and Service Robot Control Technology, Chongqing Institute of Green Intelligent Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Chongqing 400714, China
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Zhang Y, Zhao D, Cao L, Fan L, Lin A, Wang S, Gu F, Yu A. Droplets Patterning of Structurally Integrated 3D Conductive Networks-Based Flexible Strain Sensors for Healthcare Monitoring. NANOMATERIALS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 13:181. [PMID: 36616092 PMCID: PMC9824308 DOI: 10.3390/nano13010181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2022] [Revised: 12/19/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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Flexible strain sensors with significant extensibility, stability, and durability are essential for public healthcare due to their ability to monitor vital health signals noninvasively. However, thus far, the conductive networks have been plagued by the inconsistent interface states of the conductive components, which hampered the ultimate sensitivity performance. Here, we demonstrate structurally integrated 3D conductive networks-based flexible strain sensors of hybrid Ag nanorods/nanoparticles(AgNRs/NPs) by combining a droplet-based aerosol jet printing(AJP) process and a feasible transfer process. Structurally integrated 3D conductive networks have been intentionally developed by tweaking droplets deposition behaviors at multi-scale for efficient hybridization and ordered assembly of AgNRs/NPs. The hybrid AgNRs/NPs enhance interfacial conduction and mechanical properties during stretching. In a strain range of 25%, the developed sensor demonstrates an ideal gauge factor of 23.18. When real-time monitoring of finger bending, arm bending, squatting, and vocalization, the fabricated sensors revealed effective responses to human movements. Our findings demonstrate the efficient droplet-based AJP process is particularly capable of developing advanced flexible devices for optoelectronics and wearable electronics applications.
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- Yang Zhang
- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
- Institute for Process Modelling and Optimization, Jiangsu Industrial Technology Research Institute, Suzhou 215123, China
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- Laboratory of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing (LAMM), Nanchang Key Laboratory for Advanced Manufacturing of Electronic Information Materials and Devices, International Institute for Innovation, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, Nanchang 330013, China
- Department of Chemical Engineering, Monash University, Melbourne, VIC 3800, Australia
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Yu X, Liu S, Pei H. Design of Cone Penetration Test Data Relay Transmission by Magnetic Communication. SENSORS 2022; 22:s22134777. [PMID: 35808277 PMCID: PMC9269234 DOI: 10.3390/s22134777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2022] [Revised: 06/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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At present, most cone penetration test experiments use cables to transmit data. The cables not only make the exploration operation very complicated, but also hinder the realization of automatic exploration. An excessively long cable can also bring about additional attenuation and noise during the transmission of probe signal. In order to simplify the procedures of exploration operation and to improve the detection accuracy, a cableless cone penetration test system is proposed in this study. It improved the system by using magnetic communication and converts the electrical signal into a magnetic signal at the connection of two adjacent probe rods for relay transmission. Exploratory experiments were carried out to evaluate the feasibility and accuracy of the new system. The experimental results show that the experimental data collected by the new system is more accurate than that collected by traditional CPT equipment with cable. The new system simplifies exploration operations and enables real-time data transmission to detect abnormalities in time. This anomaly usually means that the probe is pressed against hard rock. It is more convenient and accurate to use the new system for exploration.
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- Xiuxin Yu
- School of Physics, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China; (X.Y.); (S.L.)
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- School of Physics, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, China; (X.Y.); (S.L.)
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- Henan Academy of Big Data, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450052, China
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +86-15237126001
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Fang H, Li Q, Xiao M, Liu Y. Tunneling Magnetoresistance Transition and Highly Sensitive Pressure Sensors Based on Magnetic Tunnel Junctions with a Black Phosphorus Barrier. ACS OMEGA 2022; 7:20666-20672. [PMID: 35755372 PMCID: PMC9219071 DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c00748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2022] [Accepted: 05/30/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Black phosphorus is a promising material to serve as a barrier for magnetic tunnel junctions (MTJs) due to weak van der Waals interlayer interactions. In particular, the special band features of black phosphorus may endow intriguing physical characteristics. Here we study theoretically the effect of band gap tunability of black phosphorus on the MTJs with the black phosphorus barrier. It is found that the tunneling magnetoresistance (TMR) may transition from a finite value to infinity owing to the variation in the band gap of black phosphorus. Combined with the latest experimental results of the pressure-induced band gap tunability, we further investigate the pressure effect of TMR in the MTJs with a black phosphorus barrier. The calculations show that the pressure sensitivity can be quite high under appropriate parameters. Physically, the high sensitivity originates from the TMR transition phenomenon. To take advantage of the high pressure sensitivity, we propose and design a detailed structure of highly sensitive pressure sensors based on MTJs with a black phosphorus barrier, whose working mechanism is basically different from that of convential pressure sensors. The present pressure sensors possess four advantages and benifits: (1) high sensitivity, (2) good anti-interference, (3) high spatial resolution, and (4) fast response speed. Our study may advance new research areas for both the MTJs and pressure sensors.
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- Henan Fang
- College
of Electronic and Optical Engineering, Nanjing
University of Posts and Telecommunications, Nanjing 210023, China
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- College
of Electronic and Optical Engineering, Nanjing
University of Posts and Telecommunications, Nanjing 210023, China
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- Department
of Physics, Nanjing University, Nanjing 210093, China
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- College
of Electronic and Optical Engineering, Nanjing
University of Posts and Telecommunications, Nanjing 210023, China
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Rerkratn A, Prombut S, Kamsri T, Riewruja V, Petchmaneelumka W. A Procedure for Precise Determination and Compensation of Lead-Wire Resistance of a Two-Wire Resistance Temperature Detector. SENSORS 2022; 22:s22114176. [PMID: 35684795 PMCID: PMC9185636 DOI: 10.3390/s22114176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2022] [Revised: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 05/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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A procedure for the precise determination and compensation of the lead-wire resistance of a resistance transducer is presented. The proposed technique is suitable for a two-wire resistance transducer, especially the resistance temperature detector (RTD). The proposed procedure provides a technique to compensate for the lead-wire resistance using a three-level pulse signal to excite the RTD via the long lead wire. In addition, the variation in the lead-wire resistance disturbed by the change in the ambient temperature can also be compensated by using the proposed technique. The determination of the lead-wire resistance from the proposed procedure requires a simple computation method performed by a digital signal processing unit. Therefore, the calculation of the RTD resistance and the lead-wire resistance can be achieved without the requirement of a high-speed digital signal processing unit. The proposed procedure is implemented on two platforms to confirm its effectiveness: the LabVIEW computer program and the microcontroller board. Experimental results show that the RTD resistance was accurately acquired, where the measured temperature varied from 0 °C to 300 °C and the lead-wire resistance varied from 0.2 Ω to 20 Ω, corresponding to the length of the 26 American wire gauge (AWG) lead wire from 1.5 m to 150 m. The average power dissipation to the RTD was very low and the self-heating of the RTD was minimized. The measurement error of the RTD resistance observed for pt100 was within ±0.98 Ω or ±0.27 °C when the lead wire of 30 m was placed in an environment with the ambient temperature varying from 30 °C to 70 °C. It is evident that the proposed procedure provided a performance that agreed with the theoretical expectation.
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- Apinai Rerkratn
- School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand; (A.R.); (S.P.)
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- School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand; (A.R.); (S.P.)
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- School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand; (A.R.); (S.P.)
- Correspondence: (V.R.); (W.P.)
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- School of Engineering, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang, Bangkok 10520, Thailand; (A.R.); (S.P.)
- Correspondence: (V.R.); (W.P.)
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Multi-Layered Carbon-Black/Elastomer-Composite-Based Shielded Stretchable Capacitive Sensors for the Underactuated Robotic Hand. ROBOTICS 2022. [DOI: 10.3390/robotics11030058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Soft and flexible strain sensors are becoming popular for many robotic applications. This article presents a stretchable capacitive sensor by combining a conductive filler of carbon black with elastomers and implementing shielding to reduce parasitic interference, applied to an underactuated robotic hand. Sensors with different configurations were explored. The results show that a shield introduced to the sensor does have some mitigation effect on external interference. Two sensor configurations were explored: longitudinal interdigitated capacitive (LIDC) sensor, where the interdigitated fingers lie along the same axis as the strain, and transverse interdigitated capacitive (TIDC) sensor, where the interdigitated fingers are orthogonal to the strain direction. The LIDC configuration had better performance than TIDC. The fabricated two-layered LIDC sensor had a gage factor of 0.15 pF/mm and the rates of capacitive creep of 0.000667 pF/s and 0.001 pF/s at loads of 120 g and 180 g, respectively. The LIDC sensors attached to an underactuated robotic hand demonstrate the sensors’ ability to determine the bending angles of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) and metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints.
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Zhu S, Xu X, Han J, Luo Y. Axial Stress Measurement of Steel Tubes Using Ultrasonic Guided Waves. SENSORS (BASEL, SWITZERLAND) 2022; 22:3111. [PMID: 35590812 PMCID: PMC9105567 DOI: 10.3390/s22093111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2022] [Revised: 04/14/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Axially loaded steel tubes are widely used as primary structural members in civil engineering structures. In this paper, a stress measurement method for axially loaded steel tubes is developed based on the linear relationship between the group velocity of guided waves in the steel tube and the stress of the steel tube. The propagation modes of guided waves in a typical steel tube are analyzed using semi-analytical finite element method. A torsional mode T(0,1) is adopted to conduct the measurement. Experiments are carried out to calibrate the linear relationship between the group velocity of guided waves in a steel tube and the stress of the steel tube. The calibrated linear relationship is verified by another round of experiments on the same steel tube specimen. There is an average error of 8.2% between the stresses predicted by the calibrated linear equation and those obtained from strain gauges. Via this study, the guided wave-based stress measurement method has been successfully extended to axially loaded steel tubes.
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- Siyuan Zhu
- College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; (S.Z.); (Y.L.)
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- College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; (S.Z.); (Y.L.)
- Center for Balance Architecture, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China
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- College of Computer Science and Technology, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310027, China;
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- College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310058, China; (S.Z.); (Y.L.)
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A Review of Mechanical and Chemical Sensors for Automotive Li-Ion Battery Systems. SENSORS 2022; 22:s22051763. [PMID: 35270909 PMCID: PMC8914865 DOI: 10.3390/s22051763] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2021] [Revised: 02/18/2022] [Accepted: 02/21/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The electrification of passenger cars is one of the most effective approaches to reduce noxious emissions in urban areas and, if the electricity is produced using renewable sources, to mitigate the global warming. This profound change of paradigm in the transport sector requires the use of Li-ion battery packages as energy storage systems to substitute conventional fossil fuels. An automotive battery package is a complex system that has to respect several constraints: high energy and power densities, long calendar and cycle lives, electrical and thermal safety, crash-worthiness, and recyclability. To comply with all these requirements, battery systems integrate a battery management system (BMS) connected to an complex network of electric and thermal sensors. On the other hand, since Li-ion cells can suffer from degradation phenomena with consequent generation of gaseous emissions or determine dimensional changes of the cell packaging, chemical and mechanical sensors should be integrated in modern automotive battery packages to guarantee the safe operation of the system. Mechanical and chemical sensors for automotive batteries require further developments to reach the requested robustness and reliability; in this review, an overview of the current state of art on such sensors will be proposed.
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Sandwich Integration Technique for the Pressure Sensor Detection of Occlusal Force In Vitro. SENSORS 2021; 22:s22010220. [PMID: 35009761 PMCID: PMC8749545 DOI: 10.3390/s22010220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/30/2021] [Revised: 12/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/28/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Bite force measurement is an important parameter when checking the function and integrity of the masticatory system, whereas it is currently very difficult to measure bite force during functional movement. Hence, the purpose of this study is to explore the potential technique and device for the measurement and intervention of the continuous bite forces on functional and dynamic occlusal condition. A portable biosensor by sandwich technique was designed, and the validity, reliability, and sensitivity were determined by mechanical pressure loading tests; meanwhile, the pressure signal is acquired by, and transmitted to, voltage changes by the electrical measurements of the sensors. The result is that, when the mechanical stress detection device is thicker than 3.5 mm, it shows relatively ideal mechanical properties; however, when the thickness is less than 3.0 mm, there is a risk of cracking. Mechanical stress changing and voltage variation had a regularity and positive relationship in this study. The mechanical stress-measuring device made by medical and industrial cross has a good application prospect for the measurement of bite force during function.
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Grosinger P, Rybář J, Dunaj Š, Ďuriš S, Hučko B. A New Payload Swing Angle Sensing Device and Its Accuracy. SENSORS 2021; 21:s21196612. [PMID: 34640932 PMCID: PMC8512306 DOI: 10.3390/s21196612] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2021] [Revised: 09/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Measuring the swing angle of a crane load is a relatively well-known but unsatisfactorily solved problem in technical practice. This measurement is necessary for the automatic stabilization of load swing without human intervention. This article describes a technically simple and new approach to solving this problem. The focus of this work is to determine the accuracy of the measuring device. The focus of this work remains on the design, the principle of operation of the equipment, and the determination of accuracy. The basic idea is to apply the strain gauge on an elastic, easily deformable component that is part of the device. One part of the elastic component is fixedly connected to the frame; the other part is connected to the crane rope by means of pulleys close to the rope. In this way, the bending of the elastic component in proportion to the swing angle of the payload is ensured.
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- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +421-949-611-537
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Hsiao YJ, Lin RL, Wang HM, Cai CZ. Evaporation of Ti/Cr/Ti Multilayer on Flexible Polyimide and Its Application for Strain Sensor. MICROMACHINES 2021; 12:mi12040456. [PMID: 33921553 PMCID: PMC8073819 DOI: 10.3390/mi12040456] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2021] [Revised: 04/12/2021] [Accepted: 04/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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A flexible Ti/Cr/Ti multilayer strain gauge have been successfully developed based on polyimide substrate. The pure Ti metal strain gauge have shown the hysteresis phenomenon at the relationship between resistance and strain during tensile test. The experimental results of multilayer strain gauge show that adding Cr interlayer can improve the recovery and stability of the sensing electrode. When the interlayer Cr thickness was increased from 0 to 70 nm, the resistance decreased from 27 to 8.8 kΩ. The gauge factor (GF) value also decreased from 4.24 to 2.31 with the increase in the thickness of Cr interlayer from 30 to 70 nm, and the hysteresis phenomenon disappeared gradually. The multilayer Ti/Cr/Ti film has feasible application for strain sensor.
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- Yu-Jen Hsiao
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Tainan 710, Taiwan; (R.-L.L.); (C.-Z.C.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +886-6-2533-131 (ext. 3542)
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Tainan 710, Taiwan; (R.-L.L.); (C.-Z.C.)
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Tainan 710, Taiwan;
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Tainan 710, Taiwan; (R.-L.L.); (C.-Z.C.)
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Theoretical Studies and Implementation on the Temporary Data Storage Method for Cone Penetration Test. SENSORS 2021; 21:s21020575. [PMID: 33467445 PMCID: PMC7830836 DOI: 10.3390/s21020575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2020] [Revised: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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The traditional cone penetration test system uses cable to transmit data; as the probe goes deeper into the ground, the length of the cable will become longer. This makes the installation of the test equipment more complicated, and excessively long cables cause signal distortion and seriously affect data accuracy. To simplify the experimental equipment and improve the accuracy of data acquisition, a cableless cone penetration test system is proposed. The improved system uses an SD card to store the experimental data, as opposed to using cables for communication which, often lead to the distortion of signals caused by long-distance communication and data loss caused by accidental cable breaks. Therefore, the accuracy of the collected data is higher, and the experimental device is simplified. To evaluate the applicability and efficiency of our design, we have carried out exploration experiments with the sensor system proposed in this paper. The test results show that the experimental data collected by the new system are basically consistent with the data collected by traditional cable CPT equipment, and the accuracy of the collected data is higher. It is more reliable and accurate to analyze the comprehensive mechanical properties of the soil layers with the data collected by the new system.
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