The EU-funded LUMINOSITY project brings together research and industry partners across Europe to further develop perovskite solar cells on flexible substrates. Project partner Fraunhofer FEP is making promising progress in the deposition of tin oxide and cesium iodide (above) using its expertise in anodic-arc evaporation. A project update will be presented at the pro flex … [Read more...] about Anodic-arc evaporation reportedly assists in developing flexible, perovskite solar cells
Flexible Electronics
Developing flexible electronics for comfort, efficacy in remote medical patient monitoring
By Mike Merwin, mgr.-business & technology discovery; and Aaron Elman, application development engineer, FLEXcon; Jonathan Knotts, applications engineering mgr., Creative Materials; and Lynn Rodman, subject matter expert-advanced materials, NeXolve Holding Co. LLC Flexible electronics can be found in a wide range of applications, many of which started life in the space … [Read more...] about Developing flexible electronics for comfort, efficacy in remote medical patient monitoring
A rolling call to action: Growth opportunities in flexible electronics
By Eisuke Tsuyuzaki, CEO, Bayflex Solutions The growth of the flexible electronics industry has established a global market where both device manufacturers and component producers play pivotal roles. However, the industry now faces a critical challenge: moving beyond these initial successes to fully embrace new growth opportunities. Key areas include material robustness, … [Read more...] about A rolling call to action: Growth opportunities in flexible electronics
Asahi Kasei breaks ground on new Li-ion battery-separator plant in JV with Honda
Asahi Kasei Battery Separator Corp. marked a significant step in its commitment to supporting the North American electric-vehicle (EV) market by breaking ground on its new lithium-ion battery separator manufacturing facility in Port Colborne, ON, Canada. The plant is expected to begin commercial production in 2027. It is planned to operate as a joint venture between Asahi Kasei … [Read more...] about Asahi Kasei breaks ground on new Li-ion battery-separator plant in JV with Honda
Intellivation welcomes Dr. Robert Malay as new application lab director
Intellivation LLC, Loveland, CO, has named Dr. Robert Malay as its new Application Lab Director. The Application Lab includes two R2R Vacuum Coating systems and our Laser system for patterning and annealing thin film coatings. Dr. Malay brings extensive expertise in deposition on flexible substrates, physical vapor deposition (PVD), characterization and experience with … [Read more...] about Intellivation welcomes Dr. Robert Malay as new application lab director