The development also received antibacterial properties and resistance to temperature extremes. The electronic skin is based on a photonic ion system that allows simultaneous transmission of optical and electrical signals. It uses antibacterial molecule laurate monoglyceride.
The photonic nanostructure of artificial leather rapidly changes its lattice in response to external stimuli, resulting in a rapid color change and a synchronized optical and electrical response.
Photonic ion skin containing monoglyceride laurate can destroy almost all gram-positive bacteria and fungi, making it suitable for medical applications such as prosthetics.
The researchers also included PEG200 antifreeze, which has a low freezing point to protect the skin and optical properties in harsh environments. The development of this innovative artificial leather opens up new possibilities in medicine.
Source: Ferra
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