Asymmetric “Janus” Biogel for Human‐Machine Interfaces

Abstract: Human‐machine interfaces (HMIs) are essential for effective communication between machines and tissues. However, mechanical and biological mismatches, along with weak adhesion between rigid electronic devices and soft tissue, often cause unreliable responses and affect the signal recording of HMIs. In this study, an asymmetrical “Janus” biogel patch with one side firmly adhering to tissues, and the other surface having little adhesion and minimal interactions with surrounding environments has been developed. A series of analytical, mechanical, and electrical tests are performed to investigate the “Janus” biogel patch as a functional and biocompatible HMI. It is found that the gallic acid‐modified gelatin adhesive surface on one side exhibits body temperature‐dependent tissue adhesion, enabling low modulus and seamless skin contact. The other side is a tough gelatin/glycerol gel layer, which is thermally welded into the adhesive layer and functions as an encapsulant to prevent external interference due to adhesion. The encapsulation layer also exhibits a low friction coefficient when wet and proves to be a reliable alternative barrier to conventional encapsulation materials. The scientific insights and engineering principles revealed in this type of “Janus” biogel will be applicable to a broad range of biomedical applications, such as epidermal adhesive electrodes or skin‐adhesive wearable devices.

Location
Deutsche Nationalbibliothek Frankfurt am Main
Extent
Online-Ressource
Language
Englisch

Bibliographic citation
Asymmetric “Janus” Biogel for Human‐Machine Interfaces ; day:11 ; month:05 ; year:2023 ; extent:12
Advanced functional materials ; (11.05.2023) (gesamt 12)

Creator
Wei, Yuan
He, Yingying
Wang, Chunyu
Chen, Gang
Zhao, Boxin

DOI
10.1002/adfm.202214366
URN
urn:nbn:de:101:1-2023051115381218876314
Rights
Open Access; Der Zugriff auf das Objekt ist unbeschränkt möglich.
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  • Wei, Yuan
  • He, Yingying
  • Wang, Chunyu
  • Chen, Gang
  • Zhao, Boxin

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