Xiaobei Zang

State Key Laboratory of New Ceramics and Fine Processing, University Town of Shenzhen

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Total Citations

1,099

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About

Xiaobei Zang is a leading researcher in the field of flexible and wearable electronics, with a primary focus on graphene-based sensors and smart materials. Their most significant contribution is the development of highly sensitive graphene strain sensors for human motion monitoring, a breakthrough work that has garnered over 1,070 citations since 2014. By engineering graphene woven fabrics (GWFs) onto polymer and medical tape composite films, Zang created a flexible, wearable sensor capable of detecting subtle strain variations in soft materials—a critical advancement for health monitoring and soft robotics. This work has become a foundational reference in the field, demonstrating how graphene’s unique properties can be harnessed for practical, body-worn applications. Zang has also explored the integration of graphene sensors with electrochromic devices on modulus-gradient polymers, enabling instantaneous strain visualization—a concept inspired by biological camouflage and color-changing abilities. This innovative approach bridges sensing and display functions, paving the way for “smart skin” technologies. With a citation impact that underscores their influence, Zang’s research continues to inspire new directions in wearable electronics, human–machine interfaces, and adaptive materials.