This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: University of Alberta. Active years: 2022-2023.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2022-2023
Title: Innovations of Shide Qiu in Elastic Printed Conductors
Introduction
Shide Qiu is an accomplished inventor based in Edmonton, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of stretchable electronics, particularly through his innovative work on elastic printed conductors. With a total of 2 patents, his inventions are paving the way for advancements in wearable technology and electronic systems.
Latest Patents
One of Shide Qiu's latest patents focuses on the development of stretchable, mechanically and electrically robust interconnects. This is achieved by printing an elastic, silver-based composite ink onto stretchable fabric. These interconnects exhibit impressive conductivity levels ranging from 3000 to 4000 S/cm and demonstrate durability under cyclic stretching. The serpentine shape of the fabric-based conductor enhances its electrical durability. Notably, the resistance increases only about five times when cyclically stretched over a thousand times from zero to 30% strain at a rate of 4% strain per second. This is due to the ink permeating the textile structure, allowing the textile fibers to be 'wetted' with composite ink, forming a conductive, stretchable cladding of silver particles. The resulting e-textile can realize a fully printed, double-sided electronic system that integrates sensor-textile-interconnect functionalities. This double-sided e-textile has potential applications in surface electromyography (sEMG) systems for monitoring muscle activities and electroencephalography (EEG) systems for recording brain waves.
Career Highlights
Shide Qiu is affiliated with the University of Alberta, where he continues to push the boundaries of research in electronic textiles. His work is characterized by a commitment to innovation and practical applications in the field of wearable technology.
Collaborations
Shide collaborates with notable colleagues such as Jana Rieger and Dylan Kyle Scott, contributing to a dynamic research environment that fosters creativity and innovation.
Conclusion
Shide Qiu's contributions to the field of elastic printed conductors represent a significant advancement in the integration of electronics with textiles. His innovative approach is set to impact various applications in health monitoring and wearable technology.