Optimization of microstructure design for enhanced sensing performance in flexible piezoresistive sensors  

作　　者：Xinghao Fan Hailong Hu Bin Liao Yaqi Zhang Fan Zhang 

机构地区：[1]School of Minerals Processing and Bioengineering,Central South University,Changsha 410083,China [2]Research Institute of Aerospace Technology,Central South University,Changsha 410083,China

出　　处：《Journal of Advanced Ceramics》2024年第6期711-728,共18页先进陶瓷（英文）

基　　金：supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52204299);the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province(Nos.2022JJ40623 and 2022JJ30722);the Start-Up Funds for Outstanding Talents in Central South University(Nos.202045007 and 202044017).

摘　　要：Flexible piezoresistive strain sensors have received significant attention due to their diverse applications in monitoring human activities and health,as well as in robotics,prosthetics,and human–computer interaction interfaces.Among the various flexible sensor types,those with microstructure designs are considered promising for strain sensing due to their simple structure,high sensitivity,extensive operational range,rapid response time,and robust stability.This review provides a concise overview of recent advancements in flexible piezoresistive sensors based on microstructure design for enhanced strain sensing performance,including the impact of microstructure on sensing mechanisms,classification of microstructure designs,fabrication methods,and practical applications.Initially,this review delves into the analysis of piezoresistive sensor sensing mechanisms and performance parameters,exploring the relationship between microstructure design and performance enhancement.Subsequently,an in-depth discussion is presented,focusing on the primary themes of microstructure design classification,process selection,performance characteristics,and specific applications.This review employs mathematical modeling and hierarchical analysis to emphasize the directionality of different microstructures on performance enhancement and to highlight the performance advantages and applicable features of various microstructure types.In conclusion,this review examines the multifunctionality of flexible piezoresistive sensors based on microstructure design and addresses the challenges that still need to be overcome and improved,such as achieving a wide range of stretchability,high sensitivity,and robust stability.This review summarizes the research directions for enhancing sensing performance through microstructure design,aiming to assist in the advancement of flexible piezoresistive sensors.

关 键 词：microstructure design sensing performance flexible piezoresistive strain sensors microsensing mechanism 

分 类 号：TQ174.1[化学工程—陶瓷工业] TP212[化学工程—硅酸盐工业]