Flexible Resistive Sensors for Wearable and Ergonomics Applications: A Systematic Review
Abstract
Flexible resistive sensors are promising for wearable and ergonomic applications because they can be easily fabricated on textiles or flexible substrates and enable real-time monitoring of human movement and posture, especially in health monitoring systems. This review presents an overview of recent developments in an interdisciplinary way and summarises advances in materials, fabrication methods, and ergonomic applications. A structured literature search was conducted across major databases, including only studies focused on resistive sensing. The selected works were analysed in terms of conductive materials, fabrication techniques (e.g., direct ink writing (DIW) and textile-based methods), and their integration into wearable systems. Flexible resistive sensors are widely used for monitoring joint motion, posture, and physiological signals in healthcare and industrial environments. However, several challenges remain, including limitations in sensitivity, signal stability, material durability, and the need for reliable calibration in real-world conditions. This review highlights current progress and existing limitations and outlines future research directions toward more robust and user-friendly wearable sensing solutions for ergonomic applications.
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