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Omar Faruk Emon¹, Hao Sun², Ahadur Rahim³

¹Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and University of New Haven, West Haven, Connecticut, USA.

|May 2, 2023

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This study introduces a novel solid-state sensor capable of simultaneously measuring normal and shear forces. This soft, stretchable ionic liquid/polymer network sensor enhances biomechanics and robotics applications.

Keywords:

elastomeric sensor flexible shear sensor ionic liquid normal and shear force shear force sensor soft pressure sensor stretchable electronics

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Robotics
Biomechanics

Background:

Soft and stretchable force sensors are crucial for health monitoring, prosthetics, and robotics.
Existing sensors often lack the ability to measure both normal and shear forces simultaneously, limiting their functionality in complex applications like biomechanics.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a novel solid-state, soft, and stretchable force sensor capable of simultaneously measuring both normal and shear forces.
To investigate material compositions and sensor architectures for optimal performance in combined force sensing.

Main Methods:

Fabrication of a sensor using an ionic liquid (IL)/polymer network with separate IL-based polymer membranes for normal and shear force detection.
Development of sensor architecture, electrical wiring, and material formulations including carbon nanotube-based electrodes and polymeric insulation layers.
Utilized screen printing, photocuring, and thermal curing for sensor fabrication and evaluated performance under various force conditions.

Main Results:

The developed sensor reliably measures both normal and shear forces simultaneously.
Demonstrated successful modulation of normal and shear sensing sensitivity by adjusting material composition and geometric configuration.
Proposed a basic material formulation for electrodes, IL/polymer network, and insulation layers.

Conclusions:

The novel ionic liquid/polymer-based sensor effectively measures combined normal and shear forces.
The sensor's design offers flexibility for application-specific adaptations through material and geometric modifications.
This technology holds significant potential for advancing health monitoring, robotics, and prosthetics.