Large Area Elastomer-Based Printed Electronics

Holst Centre is a leading applied research institute focusing on the development of flexible and thin electronic systems using industrially relevant fabrication methods. For nearly two decades, our primary objective has been to make technological advancements that facilitate the industrialization of printed electronics systems, thereby turning future visions into reality. With the increasing demand for integrating electronics into a wide range of form factors, it is essential to develop systems that possess key qualities such as accuracy, conformability, ruggedness, lightweight design, and sustainability. These qualities are crucial in applications spanning healthcare, automotive, and robotics, where traditional rigid printed circuit board (PCB) technology falls short. To address this challenge, we have explored the use of elastomeric carriers as a viable solution. In this presentation, I will delve into Holst Centre's contributions towards the development of sensor systems on elastomeric carriers, highlighting our efforts on an all-printed, large area, multimodal sensing surface.