With the popularity of wearable devices soaring, it\u2019s becoming more vital to acquire data with high sensitivity and accuracy, and also to transfer information back to users with accuracy and low power consumption.<\/p>\n
Candle-like EEG electrodes<\/p><\/div>\n
The team has also created flexible and wearable needle-type electro-tactile displays. These can be attached to the body and efficiently transfer information to users through tactile sensation. A device attached to the wrist could send tactile information and feedback to users, providing new ways for patients to capture critical medical information in the home such as measuring the effectiveness of medications.<\/p>\n
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The micro-needle devices are currently designed to be worn comfortably only for short periods. Research is now underway into form factors for longer term use, exploring other types of material along with different shapes and densities.<\/p>\n
Although Miki\u2019s team acknowledges that some users may be apprehensive about the notion of wearing anything with needles, they\u2019re confident that user adoption won\u2019t be hindered given the device\u2019s actual comfort and valuable uses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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