Building on more than five years of success with graphitic inks that previously achieved industry-best conductivity of 500,000 Sm-¹ — several times more conductive than other non-metal inks — the latest breakthrough significantly raises the bar. This development reinforces AMD and the UK as leading pioneers of advanced materials for the electronics industry.
Commenting on the potential of this breakthrough, John Lee, CEO of AMD, stated, "This is essentially the quantum shift in capability that those in the “graphene” space have long awaited. By enhancing the conductivity of our inks six-fold, we can now offer a viable alternative to traditional metal-based components in electronics, enabling the production of devices that are both high performing, robust and environmentally friendly. For example, recyclable and compostable electronic solutions could easily replace metals in RFID antennas, serving industries such as food packaging, where the presence of metal is unacceptable, and apparel, where cost and sustainable solutions are key."
Professor Alan Dalton, Professor of Materials Physics and Chief Scientific Advisor to AMD, commented, "The UK has always been at the forefront of scientific research and technological innovation. For over five years, our graphitic inks have led the market in conductivity, enabling the development of novel technologies in areas such as recyclable electronics and robust thin coatings for applications including EM Shielding where this development will bring true benefits for customers."
The UK has long been recognised as a hub for innovation and research in the nanomaterials space and AMD’s advancements are a testament to this strength. With its state-of-the-art facilities and close collaboration with leading academic institutions such as the University of Sussex, AMD continues to achieve substantial impact in the field that positions the UK firmly at the cutting edge of sustainable materials science.
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