AME, or additively manufactured electronics, is opening doors to new possibilities in the world of electrical design. The flexibility of ...
AME, or additively manufactured electronics, is opening doors to new possibilities in the world of electrical design. The flexibility of this technology allows us to explore new potential areas for development, like direct ink writing (DIW).
DIW is a form of printing that uses viscoelastic inks to build up 3D structures according to precise and accurate parameters. Examinations of DIW in electronics have uncovered a few different benefits. These include:
- Improved areal mass loading, leading to sturdier, more robust constructions
- Better ion diffusion kinetics for improved charge storage and super capacitor performance
- Enhanced mechanical flexibility for developing components that stay functional even when contorted into different positions
This last point is particularly important. As demand for flexible tech and electronics increases, we'll need reliable methods of developing this tech. Direct ink writing could be the answer here.