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ArticleNanotechnology, science and applications2024

Development of Highly Stretchable Ag-MWCNT Composite for Screen-Printed Textile Electronics with Improved Mechanical and Electrical Properties.

Daniel Janczak, Katarzyna Wójkowska, Tomasz Raczyński, Marcin Zych, Sandra Lepak-Kuc, Jerzy Szałapak, Mikko Nelo, Aleksandra Kądziela, Grzegorz Wróblewski, Heli Jantunen and 1 more

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Article in Nanotechnology, science and applications, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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11 authors.

Daniel JanczakInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.
Katarzyna WójkowskaInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.ORCID 0009-0003-3666-0764
Tomasz RaczyńskiInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.
Marcin ZychThe Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.ORCID 0009-0001-3416-6813
Sandra Lepak-KucInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.
Jerzy SzałapakInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-9115-9994
Mikko NeloMicroelectronics Research Unit, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.ORCID 0000-0002-1415-0208
Aleksandra KądzielaInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.
Grzegorz WróblewskiThe Centre for Advanced Materials and Technologies, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.
Heli JantunenMicroelectronics Research Unit, Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering, University of Oulu, Oulu, Finland.ORCID 0000-0002-0132-4643
Małgorzata JakubowskaInstitute of Mechanics and Printing, Faculty of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, Warsaw, Poland.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Introduction: The rapid growth of flexible and wearable electronics has created a need for materials that offer both mechanical durability and high conductivity. Textile electronics, which integrate electronic pathways into fabrics, are pivotal in this field but face challenges in maintaining stable electrical performance under mechanical strain. This study develops highly stretchable silver multi-walled carbon nanotube (Ag-MWCNT) composites, tailored for screen printing and heat-transfer methods, to address these challenges. Methods: Silver flakes dispersed in a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) matrix formed the base composite, which was initially evaluated under tensile and cyclic stretching conditions. Resistance drift observed in these tests prompted the incorporation of multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs). Leveraging their high aspect ratio and conductivity, MWCNTs were homogenized into the composite at varying concentrations. The resulting Ag-MWCNT composites were assessed through cyclic stretching and thermal shock tests to evaluate electrical and mechanical performance. Results: Incorporating MWCNTs improved composite performance, reducing resistance change amplitude by 40% and stabilizing resistance within 2-8 Ohms under mechanical stress. These materials demonstrated superior electrical stability and durability, maintaining consistent performance over extended use compared to Ag/TPU alone. Discussion: This study highlights the critical role of MWCNTs in enhancing the reliability of conductive composites for textile electronics. By addressing resistance drift and stabilizing electrical properties, these advancements enable more robust and long-lasting wearable technologies. The demonstrated feasibility of combining screen-printing and heat-transfer techniques provides a scalable approach for manufacturing flexible electronics, paving the way for further innovation in industrial applications.

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Ag-MWCNT compositeIoTscreen printingstretchable electronicstextile electronicswearables

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PMID39723410
PMCPMC11669482

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