SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 31, 2026Interesting Engineering

Stretchable hydrogel generator delivers stable power after 8,000 bending cycles

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Researchers developed a stretchable hydrogel generator that harvests moisture to produce 0.94V, powering health-monitoring wearables through 8,000 bending cycles. Glycerol infusion enhances electrode bonding, ion movement, and stability across temperature extremes.

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