A bio-based thermoplastic polyurethane with triple self-healing action for wearable technology and smart textiles
Thomas R. Griggs, Jubair Ahmed, Hamta Majd, Mohan Edirisinghe, Biqiong Chen
Abstract
A bio-based thermoplastic elastomer with triple self-healing action is presented for use in stretchable conductors, wearable devices and e-skin.
Topics & Concepts
Thermoplastic polyurethaneSelf-healingWearable computerPolyurethaneMaterials scienceAction (physics)ThermoplasticPolymer scienceComposite materialComputer scienceMedicineEmbedded systemPathologyPhysicsElastomerQuantum mechanicsAlternative medicinePolymer composites and self-healingbiodegradable polymer synthesis and propertiesPolydiacetylene-based materials and applications