Edible electronics (EE) combine technology and food, in which electronic components are embedded in edible materials. A number of disciplines, such as biomedicine, electronics, and nutriology, are involved in the invention of new edible and nutritive electronics. EE contribute to innovative solutions across a number of sectors as we strive to create a smart world. Food safety and health monitoring are some of the benefits edible electronics can bring to a smart world, along with improved dining experiences, sustainable energy solutions, and sustainable food handling. Various industries can benefit from these innovations, which can help foster interconnectivity, sustainability, and technological advancement.
EE is one the emerging fields and a lot of research is going on in this domain. The research entails a wide range of topics, ranging from materials, devices to technology integration. Various challenges exist while working with EE ranging from materials to component development for proposed systems. To overcome the challenges, it is necessary to have deeper understanding of the materials, components and devices that can be useful for different applications. Moreover, it is crucial to understand how various industries and other sectors can benefit from EE and how these technologies can assist these sectors in growing.
This book is a complete guide to edible electronics, discussing materials, technologies, and solutions in interdisciplinary fields. It is intended to serve as a resource for researchers, students, academicians, and professionals.