Overview of 3D Printing Multimodal Flexible Sensors
Fawei Guo, Yu Li, Guangmeng Ma, Mingtao Zhang, Jiao Fu, Chunyi Luo, Lili Yuan, Yu Long
Abstract
With the growing demand for flexible sensing systems and precision engineering, there is an increasing need for sensors that can accurately measure and analyze multimode signals. 3D printing technology has emerged as a crucial tool in the development of multimodal flexible sensors due to its advantages in design flexibility and manufacturing complex structures. This paper provides a review of recent advancements in 3D printing technology within the field of multimode flexible sensors, with particular emphasis on the relevant working mechanisms involved in decoupling complex signals. First, the research status of 3D printed multimodal flexible sensors is discussed, including their responsiveness to different modal stimuli such as mechanics, temperature, and gas. Furthermore, it explores methods for decoupling multimodal signals through structural and material design, artificial intelligence, and other technologies. Finally, this paper summarizes current challenges such as limited material selection, difficulties in miniaturization integration, and crosstalk between multisignal outputs. It also looks forward to future research directions in this area.