MUMBAI, India, Sept. 28 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202441101985 A) filed by Manipal Academy Of Higher Education on March 23, 2025, for A Flexible Self-Healing Wearable Sensor And A Method For Fabrication Thereof.
Inventors include Pramod K; Mathew Peter; Jeevan M; Manikandan N; Sahana Kulkarni; Ananya Sharma; and Niranjan D B.
The application for the patent was published on September 25, 2026, under issue no. 39/2026.
Abstract: The invention relates to a flexible, self-repairing wearable sensor designed using a semi-hydrogel nanocomposite for tracking limb movements in individuals recovering from a stroke. The sensor incorporates carbon nanotubes (CNTs) within a polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) matrix, improving sensitivity, flexibility, and electrical conductivity while preserving biodegradability and self-healing properties. Fabrication involves a simplified procedure, including freeze-thaw cycles and electrode incorporation. The sensor, integrated into wearable material, gathers changes in resistance or capacitance resulting from limb motions, that are processed through a microcontroller- driven system with wireless connectivity. This facilitates real-time monitoring and feedback, allowing physiotherapists to track rehabilitation progress from a distance. The invention addresses the problem of current hydrogel-based sensors, providing enhanced mechanical strength, durability, and stable performance during extended use, establishing it as a dependable option for rehabilitation tracking. (FIG. 2)
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