Thin film electronics on flexible substrates is a rapidly evolving technology that has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including healthcare, consumer electronics, and aerospace.

Thin films can be made from a variety of materials, including metals (e.g., gold, silver), oxides (e.g., silicon dioxide, titanium dioxide), and semiconductors (e.g ...

As the logistics industry looks toward ever-increasing efficiency and automation in supply chains, the potential for active track-and-trace devices has never been greater. Compared to legacy ...

The mass production of conventional silicon chips relies on a successful business model with large 'semiconductor fabrication plants' or 'foundries'. New research by shows that this 'foundry' model ...

To meet the growing demands of flexible and wearable electronic systems, such as smart watches and biomedical sensors, electronics engineers are seeking high-performance transistors that can ...

Thin film barrier technologies are integral to enhancing the durability and efficiency of organic electronic devices. By providing highly effective encapsulation layers, these barriers protect ...

Thin films play a crucial role in the fabrication of several components and devices, such as protective coatings, integrated circuits, solar cells, and optical ...

First Solar and its cadmium telluride (CdTe) technology dominate thin-film solar in the mainstream market. Valerie Thompson looks at the US-based business and the future of thin-film PV technology.