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Chin. Phys. B, 2026, Vol. 35(5): 058102    DOI: 10.1088/1674-1056/ae32fe
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An enhanced MXene/LIG composite structure-based flexible sensor for real-time pilot motion monitoring

Mian Zhong(钟勉)1,†,‡, Hongyun Fan(范红云)1,†, Zhanghui Wu(吴章辉)1, Xiaoqing Xing(邢晓晴)1, Yilin Zhao(赵一霖)2, Lin Li(李麟)3, Yong Jiang(蒋勇)3, Qinglei Li(李庆磊)4, Kaixin Xu(徐开心)4, Kun Luo(罗鲲)5, Guogang Ren(任国刚)6, and Jie Wu(吴杰)4,§
1 College of Aviation Electronic and Electrical Engineering, Civil Aviation Flight University of China, Deyang 618307, China;
2 School of Mechanical Engineering and Mechanics, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China;
3 School of Mathematics and Physics, Southwest University of Science and Technology, Mianyang 621010, China;
4 College of Art and Physical Education, Kyungil University, 50, Gamasil-gil, Hayang-eup, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongbuk-do, Korea;
5 School of Materials Science and Engineering, Changzhou University, Changzhou 213164, China;
6 School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9AB, UK
Abstract  Flexible sensors have emerged as a promising tool in applications ranging from pilot physiological monitoring to motion capture and complex training environments. However, conventional approaches often face inherent limitations, such as susceptibility to electromagnetic interference, instability in humid or sweat-rich conditions, and restricted multifunctional integration. To overcome these challenges, we present a flexible sensor based on a multifunctional MXene/LIG composite structure. By combining surface-modified MXene with laser-induced graphene (LIG), we developed a robust conductive framework characterized by hierarchical porosity. Thanks to this innovative design, the sensor achieves exceptional multifunctional performance. It exhibits high electromagnetic shielding effectiveness of 31.5 dB through synergistic reflection and absorption, demonstrates strong hydrophobicity with a contact angle of 151.1$^\circ$, and delivers enhanced thermal conductivity. These features enable accurate monitoring of operational movements in simulated cockpit environments while ensuring durable performance under complex aviation requirements. Moreover, this design strategy offers a novel pathway for advancing high-performance flexible sensors, opening new opportunities in wearable electronics, healthcare monitoring, and intelligent human-machine interaction systems.
Keywords:  laser-induced graphene (LIG)      MXene      electromagnetic shielding      hydrophobicity      flexible sensor  
Received:  27 September 2025      Revised:  10 December 2025      Accepted manuscript online:  04 January 2026
PACS:  81.05.ub (Fullerenes and related materials)  
  68.35.Ct (Interface structure and roughness)  
  72.80.Tm (Composite materials)  
  07.07.Df (Sensors (chemical, optical, electrical, movement, gas, etc.); remote sensing)  
Fund: Project supported from Research Fund on Sichuan Civil Aviation Flight Technology and Flight Safety Engineering Technology (Grant Nos. GY2024-10C and GY2025-16C), the Basic Scientific Research Expenses of Central Universities (Grant Nos. 24CAFUC03020 and 24CAFUC03022), the Graduate Research Innovation Fund of Civil Aviation Flight University of China (Grant No. 25CAFUC10018), and the Open Fund of Key Laboratory of Flight Techniques and Flight Safety, CAAC (Grant No. F2024KF24E).
Corresponding Authors:  Mian Zhong, Jie Wu     E-mail:  mianzhong@cafuc.edu.cn;wu3732596zh@163.com

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Mian Zhong(钟勉), Hongyun Fan(范红云), Zhanghui Wu(吴章辉), Xiaoqing Xing(邢晓晴), Yilin Zhao(赵一霖), Lin Li(李麟), Yong Jiang(蒋勇), Qinglei Li(李庆磊), Kaixin Xu(徐开心), Kun Luo(罗鲲), Guogang Ren(任国刚), and Jie Wu(吴杰) An enhanced MXene/LIG composite structure-based flexible sensor for real-time pilot motion monitoring 2026 Chin. Phys. B 35 058102

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