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New Elastic Composites—Rational Designs to Achieve Multi-Functional Composites
We are developing the next-generation of wearable devices and have a technology that has multi avenues for new research! Our aim is to first, rationally design our sensors through theoretical understanding and then thoughtfully fabricate the sensors with our expertise in polymer and material science.
The integration of motion tracking technology into clothing that can provide the user with valuable metrics that are otherwise not available. We see wearable devices as seamlessly integrated technology into the clothes we wear. The technology is currently limited by the accuracy, connectivity, and integration—sensors need to be more precise, connections need to be wireless and unobtrusive, and the integration into clothing needs to be seamless. This project focuses on the materials that can be used within our future sensors. The objective of the project is to develop an understanding of new composite materials from a structure–property relationship point of view. Composites will require rheological measurements and tensile testing to understand the molecular and composition effects on important sensor metrics. Ideally, iterations of the materials are then utilized in sensors and tested in a proof-of-concept wearable device (in collaboration with other researchers within the group) to show the sensors improvement from the underlying composite composition. The work will be performed under the supervision of Dr. Tyler Cuthbert and Prof. Dr. Carlo Menon of the Department of Health Sciences and Technology.
The integration of motion tracking technology into clothing that can provide the user with valuable metrics that are otherwise not available. We see wearable devices as seamlessly integrated technology into the clothes we wear. The technology is currently limited by the accuracy, connectivity, and integration—sensors need to be more precise, connections need to be wireless and unobtrusive, and the integration into clothing needs to be seamless. This project focuses on the materials that can be used within our future sensors. The objective of the project is to develop an understanding of new composite materials from a structure–property relationship point of view. Composites will require rheological measurements and tensile testing to understand the molecular and composition effects on important sensor metrics. Ideally, iterations of the materials are then utilized in sensors and tested in a proof-of-concept wearable device (in collaboration with other researchers within the group) to show the sensors improvement from the underlying composite composition. The work will be performed under the supervision of Dr. Tyler Cuthbert and Prof. Dr. Carlo Menon of the Department of Health Sciences and Technology.
Goals
• Complete functionalization and polymerization of new composites;
• Complete in depth mechanical and electrical characterization of the sensor including rheology and tensile testing;
• Produce a theoretical model to understand the performance improvements of the composite and resulting mechanical/electrical properties;
• Evaluate the limitations and points of failure of the materials;
Tasks
• Literature research (10%)
• Material Production/Optimization, Characterization and Analysis (60%)
• Failure/Limitation Testing (10%)
• Proof-of-concept production and testing (10%)
• Report and presentation (10%)
Your Profile
• Background in Chemistry, Material Science, Engineering (such as Chemical or Mechanical), Applied Sciences, etc.
• Prior experience in a laboratory environment
• Experience using an electrospinner or extruder
• Independent worker with critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Interest in advanced materials, textiles, functional materials, sensors, etc
Goals • Complete functionalization and polymerization of new composites; • Complete in depth mechanical and electrical characterization of the sensor including rheology and tensile testing; • Produce a theoretical model to understand the performance improvements of the composite and resulting mechanical/electrical properties; • Evaluate the limitations and points of failure of the materials; Tasks • Literature research (10%) • Material Production/Optimization, Characterization and Analysis (60%) • Failure/Limitation Testing (10%) • Proof-of-concept production and testing (10%) • Report and presentation (10%) Your Profile • Background in Chemistry, Material Science, Engineering (such as Chemical or Mechanical), Applied Sciences, etc. • Prior experience in a laboratory environment • Experience using an electrospinner or extruder • Independent worker with critical thinking and problem solving skills • Interest in advanced materials, textiles, functional materials, sensors, etc
Prof Dr Carlo Menon and Dr. Tyler Cuthbert will supervise the student and the research will be performed at the Biomedical and Mobile Health Technology lab (www.bmht.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich, Switzerland.
To apply, use the button below to tell us why you want to do this project ("motivation"); attach a mini CV with your current program of study, your grades and any other info you deem relevant--maybe the name and phone number of a postdoc or a professor willing to be your reference); and make any further comments ("additional remarks"). Please include length of time that your project or thesis will occupy (i.e. 2 months, 6 months, etc)
Prof Dr Carlo Menon and Dr. Tyler Cuthbert will supervise the student and the research will be performed at the Biomedical and Mobile Health Technology lab (www.bmht.ethz.ch) at ETH Zurich, Switzerland.
To apply, use the button below to tell us why you want to do this project ("motivation"); attach a mini CV with your current program of study, your grades and any other info you deem relevant--maybe the name and phone number of a postdoc or a professor willing to be your reference); and make any further comments ("additional remarks"). Please include length of time that your project or thesis will occupy (i.e. 2 months, 6 months, etc)