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ReviewPolymers2025

Advances in the Applications and Studies of Polyurethane Foam for Flexible Strain Sensors.

Shuai Huang, Guanbing Liu, Ying Sun, Xiacong Zhang

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Review in Polymers, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Shuai HuangSchool of Materials Science and Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, Shanghai 200237, China.
Guanbing LiuDepartment of Polymer Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
Ying SunDepartment of Polymer Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.
Xiacong ZhangDepartment of Polymer Materials, School of Materials Science and Engineering, Shanghai University, Shanghai 200444, China.ORCID 0000-0002-7892-8795

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Polyurethane (PU) foam, renowned for its structural versatility, elasticity, compressibility, and adaptability, has garnered significant attention for its use in flexible strain sensors due to its capability to detect mechanical deformation. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of both the studies and recent advancements in PU foam-based strain sensors, particularly those incorporating conductive materials. The review begins by examining the chemical composition and structural characteristics of PU foam, followed by a discussion of various fabrication methods and their effects on sensor performance. It also explores the sensing mechanisms, including piezoresistive, piezoelectric, and capacitive effects. Moreover, key applications in motion detection, health monitoring, and environmental and industrial sensing are examined. Finally, the review addresses technological advancements, current challenges, and prospects.

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flexible sensorspolyurethane foamstrain sensor

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PMID40647861
PMCPMC12251857

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