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Galvanic-Cell-Based Self-Powered Bioelectronic Devices.

Yu Xin^1,2,3, Longfei Chen¹, Bin Sun¹

¹Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, Singapore, 117585, Singapore.

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Summary

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Self-powered bioelectronic devices using galvanic cells offer a promising alternative to traditional battery-powered systems. These innovative devices integrate electrodes directly with tissues, enhancing mobility and reducing infection risks for improved healthcare.

Keywords:

battery bioelectronics biomedical devices galvanic cell self‐powered

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Area of Science:

Biomedical Engineering
Materials Science
Electrophysiology

Background:

Conventional bioelectronic devices rely on external batteries and wires, limiting miniaturization, patient mobility, and increasing infection risks.
The need for compact, implantable, and wirelessly powered bioelectronic systems is critical for advancing biomedical technologies.
Current limitations hinder the full potential of bioelectronics in addressing healthcare challenges and improving human life.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the emerging concept of galvanic-cell-based self-powered bioelectronic devices.
To provide an overview of the principles and working mechanisms of biocompatible galvanic cells in galvanic devices.
To explore diverse biomedical applications and control strategies for these self-powered systems.

Main Methods:

Review of principles and working mechanisms of biocompatible galvanic cells.
Analysis of galvanic electrodes as direct tissue-contacting interfaces.
Discussion of electrical, chemical, biochemical, and hybrid modulation strategies.
Examination of passive and active control strategies for galvanic devices.

Main Results:

Galvanic cells integrated as tissue-contacting electrodes enable self-powered bioelectronic devices.
Biocompatible galvanic cells support electrical, chemical, and hybrid modulation for various biomedical applications.
Both passive and active control strategies can be implemented for galvanic devices.
Self-powered systems overcome limitations of conventional wired, battery-dependent devices.

Conclusions:

Galvanic-cell-based self-powered bioelectronic devices represent a significant advancement in biomedical technology.
These devices offer enhanced compactness, mobility, and reduced complication risks compared to traditional systems.
Further development of galvanic devices holds promise for future biomedical applications, despite existing challenges.