Direct write of Dry electrodes on Healthcare Textiles

Advancements in electronics technology has made possible the new-era of devices to be flexible and bendable. This has given rise to smart textiles as wearables. Printed electronics enables the integration of electronics on textiles without affecting the flexibility of the fabric. We have developed a new dry electrode material based on PEDOT:PSS. Here, the electrode was printed on textile and tested by stimulating the muscles of the lower arm. The newly developed ink showed great conductivity and flexibility. The textile does not allow direct printing of electronics. Thus, various layers are used. This paper investigates the electrical and stimulating properties of this newly formed composite on the textile to remain functional for daily usage.