ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(35), P. 46433 - 46441
Published: Aug. 22, 2024
Materials
with
enhanced
electron
and
reduced
phonon
transport
properties
are
preferred
for
thermoelectric
applications.
The
defect
engineering
process
can
optimize
the
interrelated
to
enhance
performance.
As
influence
of
various
crystalline
defects
on
functional
materials
is
diverse,
it
crucial
scale,
optimize,
understand
them
experimentally.
With
this
perspective,
in
InGaSb
ternary
alloys
were
engineered
their
was
studied
Crystalline
such
as
point
defects,
dislocations,
compositional
segregations
induced
In0.95Ga0.05Sb
crystals
by
addition
excess
constituent
elements,
In,
Ga,
or
Sb.
Ga
increased
whereas
Sb
dislocation
densities.
figure
merit
value
(ZT)
In0.95Ga0.05Sb+Ga0.02
recorded
be
0.87
at
573
K,
which
highest
among
other
reported
values
III-V
semiconductors.
collective
interactions
segregations,
dislocations
electrons
phonons
ZT
study.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
34(45)
Published: June 12, 2024
Abstract
Advanced
wireless
sensors,
incorporating
metal‐organic
frameworks
(MOFs),
enzymatic
systems,
and
nanocomposites,
offer
unparalleled
solutions
for
monitoring
analytes
human
physiological
signals.
These
cutting‐edge
when
used
with
external
devices,
enable
real‐time
of
physicochemical
processes
within
the
body,
thereby
enhancing
understanding
complex
biological
systems.
This
study
presents
advancements
in
sensor
development,
fabrication
techniques,
user‐friendly
protocols.
The
performance
these
sensors
is
evaluated
based
on
their
selectivity,
sensitivity,
detection
limits.
Moreover,
this
article
explores
limitations,
challenges,
key
strategies
to
enhance
analyte
recognition
from
onsite
environmental
species,
ensuring
point‐of‐care
safety.
Energy Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 5, 2025
Harvesting
ambient
mechanical
energy
from
the
environment
has
gained
immense
interest
due
to
its
application
in
harvesting
and
active
sensing.
Herein,
an
ABO
3
class
ferroelectric
semiconducting
material
BaTiO
nanoparticles
are
used,
Antimony
(Sb)
is
used
as
a
dopant,
which
can
be
able
enhance
piezoelectric
coefficient
of
higher
level,
leading
increased
energy‐harvesting
performances.
The
fabricated
antimony‐doped
barium
titanate
[Sb‐doped
designated
(BST)]
then
blended
with
polydimethylsiloxane
(PDMS)
prepare
composite
film.
Electrodes
attached
film
on
either
side
fabricate
flexible
nanogenerator
(FCF‐PENG)
device.
FCF‐PENG
device
generates
maximum
electrical
output
peak‐to‐peak
28
V
1.5
μA,
respectively.
also
shows
good
power
density
1.6
mW
m
−2
at
load
resistance
80
MΩ.
At
last,
real‐time
impact
sensor
was
employ
wearable
sensor.
detects
high
low
upon
human
collision
tested
within
laboratory
values
recorded
monitored
indicator
using
ESP32
microcontroller
ThingSpeak
cloud.
above
analysis
experiments
proved
that
paves
way
toward
sports
healthcare
rehabilitation
Internet
Things
(IoT)
devices
soon.
SmartMat,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
6(1)
Published: Nov. 26, 2024
Abstract
Cardiovascular
diseases
remain
a
leading
global
cause
of
mortality,
underscoring
the
urgent
need
for
intelligent
diagnostic
tools
to
enhance
early
detection,
prediction,
diagnosis,
prevention,
treatment,
and
recovery.
This
demand
has
spurred
advancement
wearable
flexible
technologies,
revolutionizing
continuous,
noninvasive,
remote
heart
sound
(HS)
monitoring—a
vital
avenue
assessing
activity.
The
conventional
stethoscope,
used
listen
HSs,
limitations
in
terms
its
physical
structure,
as
it
is
inflexible
bulky,
which
restricts
prospective
applications.
Recently,
mechanoacoustic
sensors
have
made
remarkable
advancements,
evolving
from
primitive
forms
soft,
flexible,
designs.
article
provides
an
in‐depth
review
latest
scientific
technological
advancements
by
addressing
various
topics,
including
different
types
sensors,
sensing
materials,
design
principles,
denoising
techniques,
clinical
applications
HS
sensors.
transformative
potential
lies
capacity
ongoing,
remote,
personalized
monitoring,
promising
enhanced
patient
outcomes,
amplified
monitoring
capabilities,
timely
diagnoses.
Last,
highlights
current
challenges
prospects
future,
suggesting
techniques
advance
technologies
exciting
real‐time
Polymers for Advanced Technologies,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
36(4)
Published: April 1, 2025
ABSTRACT
The
growing
demand
for
self‐powered
wearable
electronic
devices
in
healthcare,
fitness,
and
entertainment
has
driven
significant
advancements
energy
harvesting
technologies.
This
review
explores
the
latest
progress
mechanisms
that
enable
sustainable
autonomous
devices,
with
a
particular
emphasis
on
role
of
polymers
their
development.
Polymers
offer
unique
combination
mechanical
flexibility,
biocompatibility,
lightweight
properties,
making
them
ideal
applications.
systematically
categorizes
major
technologies
into
three
primary
mechanisms:
thermoelectric
generators
(TEGs),
piezoelectric
harvesters
(PEHs),
triboelectric
nanogenerators
(TENGs).
Each
section
provides
an
in‐depth
discussion
working
principles,
material
innovations,
fabrication
techniques,
applications
these
systems.
Beyond
fundamental
mechanisms,
discusses
hybrid
systems
integrate
multiple
sources
to
maximize
power
generation
ensure
continuous
device
operation.
storage
technologies,
such
as
flexible
supercapacitors
micro‐batteries,
is
also
highlighted
address
intermittency
challenges
ambient
sources.
Despite
progress,
remain
improving
conversion
efficiency,
enhancing
durability,
optimizing
system
integration
real‐world
identifies
key
research
directions
overcoming
challenges,
including
advanced
materials
engineering,
miniaturization
artificial
intelligence‐driven
management
strategies.
findings
presented
this
provide
valuable
insights
development
next‐generation
paving
way
efficient
electronics
seamlessly
daily
life.
