From Rigid to Flexible: Advances in Flexible Conformal Sensing
Organisers:
Nan Li, School of Mechano-Eletronic Engineering, Xidian University, Xi’an, China
Yunjie Yang, School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, UK
Haotian Chen, HIMEX lab, James Watt School of Engineering, University of Glasgow, UK
Flexible conformal sensing is transforming the way we monitor and interact with complex, non-standard surfaces, such as robotics, mechanical systems, and building structures. Unlike traditional rigid sensors, flexible sensors are uniquely capable of adapting to varying contours and maintaining consistent contact, even under dynamic conditions. This adaptability makes them ideal for high-precision applications in fields ranging from wearable health monitoring to soft robotics and environmental sensing.In contrast to rigid sensing technologies, flexible conformal sensors exhibit remarkable resilience, maintaining functionality and accuracy after repeated deformation. Their high sensitivity and durability are pushing the boundaries of what is possible in real-time monitoring and control, making them essential for addressing the evolving demands of modern industries for instrumentation and measurement.Conventional instrumentation and measurement sessions primarily focus on rigid, traditional sensors and instrumentation platforms. This special session will highlight the recent advancements in flexible conformal sensing, exploring the integration of advanced materials, and innovations in sensors, instrumentation and signal processing algorithms. These emerging technologies hold the potential to revolutionize industries that require adaptable, high-precision sensing in dynamic environments.This special session on "From Rigid to Flexible: Advances in Flexible Conformal Sensing" is dedicated to presenting recent developments in the realm of a) soft sensors and instrumentation designed for complex or non-standard surfaces, b) novel signal processing algorithms and sensing techniques optimized for flexible platforms, and c) pioneering applications that leverage flexible conformal sensing. We invite prospective authors to enrich this session with their research spanning all nuances of the stated domains. Submissions across a spectrum of topics are encouraged, including but not limited to:
Novel design and manufacturing processes for flexible sensors
Sensing methods that exploit flexibility and conformal capabilities
Flexible electronics and instrumentation for integrated sensing and signal processing
Advanced signal processing and machine learning algorithms for flexible and dynamic sensing environments
Emerging applications of flexible conformal sensing technologies
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