Wearable Device Measures Back Strain (IMAGE)
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Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a stretchable strain sensor that has an unprecedented combination of sensitivity and range, allowing it to detect even minor changes in strain with greater range of motion than previous technologies. To demonstrate how far the sensors can be deformed, the researchers created a wearable device for monitoring motion in a person’s back, which has utility for physical therapy.
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Shuang Wu, NC State University
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