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This study introduces a new flexible bending sensor using silver nanowires and layered double hydroxides in a polyurethane matrix. The novel composite material enhances conductivity and stability for wearable sensors monitoring human motion.

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  • Materials Science
  • Nanotechnology
  • Polymer Science

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  • Silver nanowires (AgNWs) composites are researched for flexible electronics.
  • AgNW aggregation in polymers increases percolation threshold, limiting performance.
  • Developing stable, sensitive AgNW composites is crucial for advanced sensors.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To create a highly stable and sensitive paper-based bending sensor.
  • To improve AgNW dispersion and reduce percolation threshold using layered double hydroxides (LDHs).
  • To develop a low-cost, efficient wearable sensor for monitoring human motion.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of AgNW-LDH hybrid conductive network in waterborne polyurethane.
  • Utilizing hydrogen bonding between AgNWs and 2D LDH nanosheets for dispersion.
  • Manufacturing conductive composites on paper via writing, printing, or screen printing.

Main Results:

  • Percolation threshold decreased from 10.8 vol% to 3.1 vol%.
  • Achieved low resistivity (10^-4 Ω·cm) with improved AgNW dispersion.
  • Developed paper-based bending sensor with high flexibility (>3000 cycles), sensitivity (0.16 rad^-1), and fast response (120 ms).

Conclusions:

  • AgNW-LDH composites offer a promising solution for enhanced flexible electronic materials.
  • The paper-based sensor demonstrates excellent performance, low cost, and non-toxicity.
  • The developed sensor is suitable for wearable applications in human motion monitoring and robotics.