A review of electronic skin: soft electronics and sensors for human health

Abstract

Electronic skin (e-skin) is able to monitor physiological signals, providing great potential in healthcare. This review briefly introduces the advanced information of e-skins for wearable sensors, such as their materials and integrate strategies.

Abstract

This article reviews several categories of electronic skins (e-skins) for monitoring signals involved in human health. It covers advanced candidate materials, compositions, structures, and integrate strategies of e-skin, focusing on stretchable and wearable electronics. In addition, this article further discusses the potential applications and expected development of e-skins. It is possible to provide a new generation of sensors which are able to introduce artificial intelligence to the clinic and daily healthcare.