Yuqi Wang

University of Manchester

Papers

1

Total Citations

77

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About

Yuqi Wang is a materials scientist and engineer whose research sits at the cutting edge of wearable electronics, smart textiles, and human–machine interface technologies. His work focuses on developing next-generation functional materials that seamlessly integrate electronic capabilities into flexible, stretchable platforms suited for real-world applications in the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem. Wang's most notable contribution involves pioneering a curcumin-assisted electroless deposition (ELD) technique to fabricate ultraelastic, highly conductive strain-sensing yarns — a breakthrough that has attracted 77 citations since its 2020 publication. This innovative approach leverages the natural reducing properties of curcumin to achieve metallic coatings on textile fibers, producing wearable sensors capable of detecting human motion with exceptional sensitivity and durability. The resulting stretchable strain-sensing yarns demonstrate the kind of high conductivity and mechanical resilience demanded by practical wearable systems, bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and deployable IoT devices. Wang's research reflects a broader commitment to advancing multifunctional textiles that enable seamless human–machine communication, positioning him as an emerging figure in the fields of flexible electronics and smart wearables. His work offers meaningful implications for health monitoring, robotics, and next-generation interactive technologies.

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77
Total Citations
77
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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Ultraelastic Yarns from Curcumin‐Assisted ELD toward Wearable Human–Machine Interface Textiles
77 citations · 2020
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2020 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 7
🏛 Institutions: University of Manchester

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