17962708. STRETCHABLE STRAIN SENSORS AND DEVICES simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)

STRETCHABLE STRAIN SENSORS AND DEVICES

Organization Name

Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Inventor(s)

Gae Hwang Lee of Seongnam-si (KR)

Youngjun Yun of Seongnam-si (KR)

STRETCHABLE STRAIN SENSORS AND DEVICES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17962708 titled 'STRETCHABLE STRAIN SENSORS AND DEVICES

Simplified Explanation

The abstract describes a stretchable strain sensor that can detect and measure strain by changing its thickness. When the sensor is stretched, it emits light at different wavelengths, allowing for strain variation analysis.

• The stretchable strain sensor can detect strain by changing its thickness.
• The thickness change occurs when the sensor is stretched in a direction perpendicular to its thickness.
• The sensor emits light at different wavelengths, which can be used to measure strain variation.
• The emission spectrum of the sensor changes according to the strain on it.

Potential Applications

• Structural health monitoring in buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure.
• Monitoring strain in wearable devices and smart textiles.
• Biomechanical analysis in sports and rehabilitation.
• Prosthetics and robotics to measure and control movement.

Problems Solved

• Provides a flexible and stretchable solution for strain measurement.
• Allows for accurate and real-time monitoring of strain in various applications.
• Overcomes the limitations of traditional strain sensors that are rigid and less adaptable to different surfaces.

Benefits

• Enables the detection and measurement of strain in a non-invasive and flexible manner.
• Provides a wide range of potential applications in different industries.
• Offers improved accuracy and sensitivity compared to traditional strain sensors.
• Can be integrated into various materials and surfaces without compromising their functionality.

Original Abstract Submitted

A stretchable strain sensor may exhibit wavelength selectivity according to a thickness change of a thickness of the stretchable strain sensor, in a thickness direction extending parallel to the thickness of the stretchable strain sensor, due to elongation of the stretchable strain sensor in an elongation direction extending perpendicular to the thickness direction. The stretchable strain sensor may have an emission spectrum that changes according to strain variation of a strain on the stretchable strain sensor.