Stretchable batteries are flexible energy storage devices that can be deformed and manipulated while maintaining their functionality. They are typically made from materials that allow them to stretch, bend, and twist, making them suitable for applications in wearable technology, flexible electronics, and biocompatible devices. The ability to stretch gives these batteries advantages over traditional rigid batteries, such as conformability to the human body and integration into textiles or other dynamic surfaces. Stretchable batteries can come in various forms, including thin films or electrochemical cells, and are often designed to be lightweight and efficient while providing a reliable power source. Their development aims to enhance the versatility of electronics by enabling components that are not only portable but also adaptable to different shapes and sizes.
Electronics that can bend and stretch require batteries that possess the same flexible characteristics. While previous attempts incorporated conductive fabric or rigid components in flexible battery designs, optimal flexibility requires…
Imagine a future where your wearable devices not only bend and stretch but also boast an innovative battery that can do the same. Researchers at ACS Energy Letters have recently…