文摘
In this paper, we report on a cost effective and simple method for fabricating a flexible multi-electrode array for subdural neural recording. The electrode was fabricated using a PDMS-Parylene bilayer to combine the major advantages of both materials. Mechanical and electrical characterizations were performed to confirm functionality of a 16-site electrode array under various flexed/bent conditions. The electrode array was helically wound around a 3?mm diameter cylindrical tube and laid over a 2?cm diameter sphere while maintaining its recording capability. Experimental results showed impedance values between 300?kΩ and 600?kΩ at 1?kHz for 90?μm diameter gold recording sites. Acoustically evoked neural activity was successfully recorded from rat auditory cortex, confirming in vivo functionality.