Smarter skin with diagnostic tattoo (photos)
A miniature diagnostic device with the mechanical properties of skin was developed by engineers at the University of Illinois. It can be mounted directly to the wrist or anywhere on the human body for EMG and other measurements.
The circuit almost becomes part of the skin as it bends, wrinkles, and stretches.
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The patch can be applied to the forehead for EEG and other measurements as well.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe disposable patch peels off easily.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe electronic device incorporates sensors, diagnostics, and communications into an ultra-thin and flexible patch.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe device mimics the mechanical properties of skin.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe circuitry's filaments are serpentine-shaped, allowing the device to be squeezed.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comThe device can even be bent, stretched, and scrunched.
This post was originally published on Smartplanet.comt can also be placed over a temporary tattoo for at least partial concealment.
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