CFAM Announces Breakthrough Multi-Function Electronic Additive Manufacturing Method

In the latest CFAM publication, the research team at the University of Nottingham's Additive Manufacturing Center (CfAM) demonstrates how UV light can be used for 3D printing of photopolymers, as well as "rapid processing and sintering" of silver nanoparticle (AgNP) inks to make electronics. object.

Silver and resin combination

The University of Nottingham's single-step 3D printing process is based on inkjet technology and provides a scalable system through drop-on-demand (DoD).

Schematic diagram of the MFAM method at the University of Nottingham. Picture from the University of Nottingham

To make a demonstration of complexity, CfAM researchers used MFAM technology to make four samples: a small security chip, a conductive letter N, a spiral track inside the tube, and a two-wheeled robotic car.

MFAM's electronic components (from left to right) small security chip; conductive letter N; in-tube spiral track and a two-wheeled robot car. Image from Advanced Materials Technology

According to Chris Tuck, a professor of materials engineering at Nottingham and a major member of the additive manufacturing and 3D printing research group, the demonstration shows: “The ability to provide 3D printed conductive and dielectric materials on inkjet printers with high precision will enable complete customization. Electronic components."

(Compiled from 3ders.org)

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