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High performance flexible fabric electronics for megahertz frequency communications

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posted on 2012-06-25, 15:03 authored by Tessa Acti, Shiyu Zhang, Alford ChaurayaAlford Chauraya, William WhittowWilliam Whittow, Rob SeagerRob Seager, Tilak Dias, J. C. Vardaxoglou
This paper investigates the concept of using conductive threads for fabricating electronics including antennas at microwave frequencies. A number of commercial conductive threads have been considered. Digital embroidery has been used to create samples with different stitch types. This paper will provide a wide range of practical advice about fabricating samples using such materials. The threads have been examined by assessing their DC resistances at rest and while under physical strain and also the RF performance of transmission lines. The results show there is a wide range in performance between different conductive threads.

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  • Mechanical, Electrical and Manufacturing Engineering

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ACTI, T. ... et al, 2011. High performance flexible fabric electronics for megahertz frequency communications. IN: LAPC 2011, Loughborough Antennas and Propagation Conference, Loughborough, UK, 14th-15th November. Loughborough : Loughborough University, 4pp.

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Loughborough University (© IEEE)

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  • AM (Accepted Manuscript)

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2011

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9781457710155

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  • en

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