Application:
- Pressure sensors with a broad sensitivity range, that are flexible and thin, are crucial for various applications, such as soft robotics, waste treatment, and medical applications.
- However, existing sensors often lack the required combined characteristics for these diverse uses. There is a clear need for pressure sensors with a broad sensitivity range, that are energy-saving and cost-effective to meet the growing demands of various industries.
Our Innovation:
We have developed an innovative piezoelectric pressure sensor based on thin layers of two-dimensional perovskite materials. These sensors leverage the unique properties of 2D perovskites, which are enhanced by the presence of spacer molecules between the perovskite layers.
Our technology offers a novel approach to pressure sensing, taking advantage of the versatility and tunability of 2D perovskites.
Advantages:
- Fast response time in the sub-second range
- Flexible sensors, allowing for adaptable applications
- Large pressure range sensitivity due to the spacer molecules’ dynamic range
- Self-powered sensors, extending the potential self-powered electronics capabilities of perovskites while reducing power consumption
- Versatile tuning options through spacer molecule types, length, and perovskite layers
- Simple and low-cost fabrication process
- The first demonstrated utilization of 2D perovskites for pressure sensing
- Potential for future development of addressable arrays enabling spatially resolved pressure sensing and dual functionalities
Commercial Opportunity:
The global pressure sensor market is rapidly growing, driven by the increasing demand for high sensitivity range, flexible, thin and cost-effective solutions. Our innovative 2D perovskite-based pressure sensors offer a unique value proposition, addressing the need for such combined characteristics while saving energy and offering low production costs. These advantages position our technology as an attractive solution for various industries, including soft robotics, waste treatment, the medical market, energy-saving applications, and beyond. By collaborating with key players in these sectors, we aim to unlock new possibilities and drive the adoption of our cutting-edge pressure-sensing technology, ultimately capturing a significant share of the expanding market.
