Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics
Abstract The seamless integration of rigid/flexible electronic components into stretchable substrates is imperative for the realization of reliable stretchable electronics. However, the transition from flexible-to-stretchable substrates presents inherent challenges in interfacial behavior, predomina...
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| author | Osman Gul Myoung Song Chang-Yeon Gu Jihyeon Ahn Kichul Lee Junseong Ahn Hye Jin Kim Taek-Soo Kim Inkyu Park |
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| description | Abstract The seamless integration of rigid/flexible electronic components into stretchable substrates is imperative for the realization of reliable stretchable electronics. However, the transition from flexible-to-stretchable substrates presents inherent challenges in interfacial behavior, predominantly arising from disparities in elastic moduli, thereby rendering their integration arduous for practical deployment. Here, we introduce a bioinspired interface-engineered flexible island (BIEFI), which effectively facilitates the creation of highly stretchable electronics by optimizing the interface with flexible mechanical interlocking mechanisms, resilient to physical deformations. Various electronic components, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and solar cells, are affixed onto the flexible island, showcasing its versatility as a robust platform for rigid components while ensuring the entire substrate maintains high stretchability. Additionally, a smart workout monitoring system is demonstrated by integrating a resistance band with a flexible-to-stretchable platform. This approach seamlessly integrates a wide range of rigid, flexible, and stretchable components, ensuring durability under diverse physical deformations. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e7bb58424fb74303ae9e390d0f8ea9062025-02-09T12:46:22ZengNature PortfolioNature Communications2041-17232025-02-0116111410.1038/s41467-025-56502-9Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronicsOsman Gul0Myoung Song1Chang-Yeon Gu2Jihyeon Ahn3Kichul Lee4Junseong Ahn5Hye Jin Kim6Taek-Soo Kim7Inkyu Park8Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Control and Instrumentation Engineering, Korea UniversityIntelligent Components and Sensors Research Section, Electronics and Telecommunication Research Institute (ETRI)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Department of Mechanical Engineering, Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST)Abstract The seamless integration of rigid/flexible electronic components into stretchable substrates is imperative for the realization of reliable stretchable electronics. However, the transition from flexible-to-stretchable substrates presents inherent challenges in interfacial behavior, predominantly arising from disparities in elastic moduli, thereby rendering their integration arduous for practical deployment. Here, we introduce a bioinspired interface-engineered flexible island (BIEFI), which effectively facilitates the creation of highly stretchable electronics by optimizing the interface with flexible mechanical interlocking mechanisms, resilient to physical deformations. Various electronic components, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and solar cells, are affixed onto the flexible island, showcasing its versatility as a robust platform for rigid components while ensuring the entire substrate maintains high stretchability. Additionally, a smart workout monitoring system is demonstrated by integrating a resistance band with a flexible-to-stretchable platform. This approach seamlessly integrates a wide range of rigid, flexible, and stretchable components, ensuring durability under diverse physical deformations.https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-025-56502-9 |
| spellingShingle | Osman Gul Myoung Song Chang-Yeon Gu Jihyeon Ahn Kichul Lee Junseong Ahn Hye Jin Kim Taek-Soo Kim Inkyu Park Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics Nature Communications |
| title | Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| title_full | Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| title_fullStr | Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| title_full_unstemmed | Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| title_short | Bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| title_sort | bioinspired interfacial engineering for highly stretchable electronics |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-025-56502-9 |
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