Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins
Self-healing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which incorporate self-healing materials capable of recovering their structural and functional properties after damage, are transforming the field of artificial skin by effectively addressing challenges associated with mechanical damage and function...
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| description | Self-healing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which incorporate self-healing materials capable of recovering their structural and functional properties after damage, are transforming the field of artificial skin by effectively addressing challenges associated with mechanical damage and functional degradation. This review explores the latest advancements in self-healing TENGs, emphasizing material innovations, structural designs, and practical applications. Key materials include dynamic covalent polymers, supramolecular elastomers, and ion-conductive hydrogels, which provide rapid damage recovery, superior mechanical strength, and stable electrical performance. Innovative structural configurations, such as layered and encapsulated designs, optimize triboelectric efficiency and enhance environmental adaptability. Applications span healthcare, human–machine interfaces, and wearable electronics, demonstrating the immense potential for tactile sensing and energy harvesting. Despite significant progress, challenges remain in scalability, long-term durability, and multifunctional integration. Future research should focus on advanced material development, scalable fabrication, and intelligent system integration to unlock the full potential of self-healing TENGs. This review provides a comprehensive overview of current achievements and future directions, underscoring the pivotal role of self-healing TENGs in artificial skin technology. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-54c1ca8595f9406db4d52b577036fda92025-01-24T13:25:30ZengMDPI AGBiosensors2079-63742025-01-011513710.3390/bios15010037Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial SkinsGuoliang Li0Zongxia Li1Haojie Hu2Baojin Chen3Yuan Wang4Yanchao Mao5Haidong Li6Baosen Zhang7Henan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaHenan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaHenan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaKey Laboratory of Materials Physics of Ministry of Education, School of Physics, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, ChinaHenan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaKey Laboratory of Materials Physics of Ministry of Education, School of Physics, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450001, ChinaHenan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaHenan Energy Conversion and Storage Materials Engineering Center, College of Science, Henan University of Engineering, Zhengzhou 451191, ChinaSelf-healing triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which incorporate self-healing materials capable of recovering their structural and functional properties after damage, are transforming the field of artificial skin by effectively addressing challenges associated with mechanical damage and functional degradation. This review explores the latest advancements in self-healing TENGs, emphasizing material innovations, structural designs, and practical applications. Key materials include dynamic covalent polymers, supramolecular elastomers, and ion-conductive hydrogels, which provide rapid damage recovery, superior mechanical strength, and stable electrical performance. Innovative structural configurations, such as layered and encapsulated designs, optimize triboelectric efficiency and enhance environmental adaptability. Applications span healthcare, human–machine interfaces, and wearable electronics, demonstrating the immense potential for tactile sensing and energy harvesting. Despite significant progress, challenges remain in scalability, long-term durability, and multifunctional integration. Future research should focus on advanced material development, scalable fabrication, and intelligent system integration to unlock the full potential of self-healing TENGs. This review provides a comprehensive overview of current achievements and future directions, underscoring the pivotal role of self-healing TENGs in artificial skin technology.https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6374/15/1/37triboelectric nanogeneratorself-healingartificial skintactile sensinghuman–machine interface |
| spellingShingle | Guoliang Li Zongxia Li Haojie Hu Baojin Chen Yuan Wang Yanchao Mao Haidong Li Baosen Zhang Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins Biosensors triboelectric nanogenerator self-healing artificial skin tactile sensing human–machine interface |
| title | Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins |
| title_full | Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins |
| title_fullStr | Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins |
| title_full_unstemmed | Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins |
| title_short | Recent Progress in Self-Healing Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Artificial Skins |
| title_sort | recent progress in self healing triboelectric nanogenerators for artificial skins |
| topic | triboelectric nanogenerator self-healing artificial skin tactile sensing human–machine interface |
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