The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) has developed a flexible display metal wiring manufacturing technology.
The new technology, reported by Displaybank, removes the limits on conductivity, quality and precision of the electrodes; by using photocatalytic self-generated photothermal reactions and a new pattern transfer. They were then able to form ultra-fine silver metal wiring on various polymers. Compared to existing methods using nanoparticle inks, it is believed the new process will lead to cost savings, while increasing manufacturing outputs.
The team also devised a laser-guided pattern adhesive transfer, to be applied to films that are vulnerable to heat, such as polyester.
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KAIST Develops Flexible Display Metal Wiring Technology
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