Biodegradable Functional Inorganic/Organic Hybrid Composite Materials for Transient Electronic Devices

Abstract

The utilization of patch-type components, ranging from attachable disposable devices to implantable medical devices, is accelerating. Biodegradable electronic components are expected to effectively alleviate environmental issues caused by waste and address cost-related concerns associated with recycling operations, serving as environmentally friendly electronic components. Moreover, they mark the starting point for implantable medical devices that do not require removal surgery. In this paper, we comprehensively summarize and discuss the structure, components, examples, fabrication methods, and recent trends in the application areas of biodegradable functional composites, which possess advantages as materials for biodegradable electronic components. Furthermore, we also discuss the prospects and challenges in the development of biodegradable functional composites. This paper is expected to provide an important tool and useful strategies for the design of biodegradable functional composites.