Highly stretchable nanocomposite piezofibers: a step forward into practical applications in biomedical devices
Fatemeh Mokhtari, Hui Yin Nam, Arjang Ruhparwar, Raad Raad, Joselito M. Razal, Russell J. Varley, Chunhui Wang, Javad Foroughi
Abstract
) was obtained using nanocomposite coiled fibers or knitted fibers, which are ideal candidates for real-time monitoring of physiological signals. These structures are being proposed for practical transition to the development of the next generation of fiber-based biomedical devices. The cytotoxicity and cytocompatibility of nanocomposite fibers were tested on human mesenchymal stromal cells. The obtained results suggest that the developed fibers can be utilized for smart scaffolds and bio-implantable devices.
Topics & Concepts
Materials scienceNanocompositeNanotechnologyAdvanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting MaterialsElectrospun Nanofibers in Biomedical ApplicationsAdditive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies