Green-engineered MoS2-functionalized nonwoven fabric: washable, biocompatible, and pressure-sensitive smart textile
Hariprasad Ramachandran, Sharmila Nageswaran · Frontiers Media SA · 2026
This research presents a green-engineered MoS2-functionalized nonwoven fabric that serves as a durable and biocompatible pressure-sensitive smart textile.
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Why this matters
Key findings
- Developed a flexible piezoresistive pressure sensor using MoS2-functionalized nonwoven fabric.
- Demonstrated stable electromechanical response across a pressure range of 600–6,000 Pa.
- Showed good repeatability and low hysteresis in sensor performance.
- Maintained electrical function after multiple washing cycles.
- Exhibited antibacterial activity and good cytocompatibility.
What's new
The use of green-engineered MoS2 for creating a washable, biocompatible, and pressure-sensitive smart textile is a significant advancement.
Limitations
The abstract does not provide details on the scalability of the fabrication process or long-term durability under various environmental conditions.
Commercial context
While the material shows promise, further development and testing are needed before commercial applications can be realized.
Publication
- Publisher
- Frontiers Media SA
- Publication date
- March 4, 2026
- Research type
- Paper
- License
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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