A team of researchers including Doctoral Researchers Christian Rainer, Kai Xia and Principal Investigators Uli Lemmer and Gerardo Hernandez Sosa, has developed flexible light sensors that remain fully functional after 600 stretching cycles at 7% strain. Their approach uses protective structures to shield the electronic components, allowing the sensors to bend and stretch without losing performance. This breakthrough could advance wearable health monitors, smart textiles and other flexible electronic devices, making them more durable and reliable. With potential applications in health monitoring, robotics, and environmental sensing, this innovation paves the way for the next generation of smart technologies.
