Researchers develop a way to power wearables through human skin
Carnegie Mellon researchers introduced Power-Over-Skin technology, enabling electrical currents to power devices through human skin, including medical and consumer wearables, though it remains in early development stages.
MAIN POINTS
- Power-Over-Skin technology enables electrical currents to travel through human skin.
- It aims to power medical devices like blood sugar monitors and pacemakers.
- Consumer wearables such as smartglasses and fitness trackers can also be powered.
- The technology is currently in its early stages of development.
TAKEAWAYS
- Power-Over-Skin represents a significant innovation in powering devices without batteries.
- This technology could revolutionize the way medical devices are powered and worn.
- Consumer electronics may become more seamless and integrated with human physiology.
- Further research and development are necessary to advance this promising technology.