Prof. Zhenan Bao et al present a novel, electrically active, spray-on smart skin that uses AI to rapidly decipher typing, sign language, and the shape of a familiar object from the movements of a human hand even with limited training.
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Prof. Zhenan Bao, Prof. Geoffrey Gurtner et al have developed a prototype wireless smart bandage that speeds tissue repair, promotes faster closure of wounds, increases new blood flow to injured tissue, and enhances the recovery of skin.
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Prof. Reinhold Dauskardt et al develop predictive models of injuries to skin due to projectiles, using simulation of projectile size, shape, orientation, friction coefficient, and impact angle.
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Prof. Renee Zhao et al report a design strategy for snap-folding hexagonal rings that can be folded to 1.5% and 0.4% of initial area and volume, respectively, for future applications as stints, novel medical devices, and soft robotics.
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Prof. Zhenan Bao, Prof. Parag Mallick, Prof. William Hiesinger et al develop and demonstrate a proof-of-concept wireless device that that adheres to the skin to measure changes in tumor size below.
Read more about A flexible electronic strain sensor for the real-time monitoring of tumor regression