3D-Printed Intrinsically Stretchable Organic Electrochemical Synaptic Transistor Array
ACS applied materials & interfaces(2023)
Abstract
Organic electrochemical transistors (OECTs) for skinlike bioelectronics require mechanical stretchability, softness, and cost-effective large-scale manufacturing. However, developing intrinsically stretchable OECTs using a simple and fast-response technique is challenging due to limitations in functional materials, substrate wettability, and integrated processing of multiple materials. In this regard, we propose a fabrication method devised by combining the preparation of a microstructured hydrophilic substrate, multimaterial printing of functional inks with varying viscosities, and optimization of the device channel geometries. The resulting intrinsically stretchable OECT array with synaptic properties was successfully manufactured. These devices demonstrated high transconductance (22.5 mS), excellent mechanical softness (Young's modulus similar to 2.2 MPa), and stretchability (similar to 30%). Notably, the device also exhibited artificial synapse functionality, mimicking the biological synapse with features such as paired-pulse depression, short-term plasticity, and long-term plasticity. This study showcases a promising strategy for fabricating intrinsically stretchable OECTs and provides valuable insights for the development of braincomputer interfaces.
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Key words
3D printing,stretchable organic electrochemical transistor,artificial synapse,microstructured hydrophilic substrate,organic electrochemical transistor
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