journal article·2025-09Open access

Synergistic Enhancement of Hole–Bridge Structure and Molecular‐Crowding Effect in Multifunctional Eutectic Hydrogel Strain/Pressure Sensor for Personal Rehabilitation Training

Wenwu Wang, Zeyu Ma, Zilu Hu, Yihao Long, Fuhao Wu, Xiyao Huang, Fazal ul Nisa, Huimin Liang, Yixiao Dong, Jiangxin Wang, Muhammad Tahir, Jingfei Xu, Liang He

Advanced Functional Materials· Volume 35· Issue 39

Abstract

Abstract Given the electrical signal transduction capability and excellent biocompatibility, conductive hydrogels are regarded as ideal candidates for high‐performance strain/pressure sensors applied in personalized medicine. However, there are challenges in concurrent attainment of flexible hydrogel‐based sensors with remarkable conductivity, sensitivity, and reliable stability. Herein, a synergistic strategy based on hole–bridge structure and molecular‐crowding effect is proposed to fabricate a multifunctional hydrogel‐based strain/pressure sensor. As‐prepared eutectic hydrogel displays comprehensive performances of impressive electrical conductivity (2.81 S m−1), boosted mechanical robustness (a tensile strength of 2.95 MPa), and reliable environmental tolerance (≈79.8% water retention at 50 °C for 20 days; frost resistance = −45.3 °C). Notably, the eutectic hydrogel‐derived stretchable sensor with effective antibacterial ability exhibits enhanced sensitivity (gauge factor = 4.49) across a wide linear range, supporting the monitoring of joint movement and electrocardiographic signals, along with on‐demand photothermal treatment. As a demonstration, the employment of the hydrogel‐based stretchable sensor in efficiently conveying information and high‐fidelity handwriting recognition is investigated with the assistance of machine learning. This innovative eutectic hydrogel holds high promise for future applications as wearable‐smart devices integrated with wireless transmission modules, exhibiting great potential in personal rehabilitation training and healthcare monitoring.
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OpenAlex topics: Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials · Analytical Chemistry and Sensors · Conducting polymers and applications

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Affiliations

School of Mechanical Engineering State Key Laboratory of Intelligent Construction and Healthy Operation and Maintenance of Deep Underground Engineering Sichuan University Chengdu 610065 P. R. China

Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering University of Chicago 5640 South Ellis Avenue Chicago IL 60637 USA

School of Mechanical Engineering Sichuan University Chengdu 610065 P. R. China

School of Mechatronical Engineering Beijing Institute of Technology Beijing 100081 P. R. China

Rehabilitation Medicine Center Key Laboratory of Rehabilitation Medicine in Sichuan Province West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu 610041 P. R. China

Med+X Center for Manufacturing West China Hospital Sichuan University Chengdu 610041 P. R. China

Yibin Industrial Technology Research Institute of Sichuan University Yibin R&D Park of Sichuan University Yibin 644005 P. R. China

Funding

National Natural Science Foundation of China · Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities

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