Flexible Probes: Electronic Integration

This lecture explores the integration of silicon membranes into deformable structures, focusing on the fabrication of a PN junction diode. The diode's performance is probed under various deformations, showcasing the reproducibility and benefits of the design. The lecture then delves into the creation of neural implants with electronic components directly at the electrode array level, detailing the layout, fabrication, and testing processes. The importance of mechanical properties, such as critical strain, in designing flexible structures for neural interfaces is also discussed, emphasizing the need for meticulous characterization and testing.