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Development of Three-Dimensional Deformable Flexible Printed Circuit Boards Using Ag Flake-Based Conductors and Thermoplastic Polyamide Substrates
Aram Lee, Minji Kang, Do Young Kim, Hee Yoon Jang, Ji-won Park, Tae-wook Kim, Jae-min Hong, Seoung-ki Lee
J Electr Electron Mater 2024;37(4):420-426.   Published online July 1, 2024
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4313/JKEM.2024.37.4.9
This study proposes an innovative methodology for developing flexible printed circuit boards (FPCBs) capable of conforming to three-dimensional shapes, meeting the increasing demand for electronic circuits in diverse and complex product designs. By integrating a traditional flat plate-based fabrication process with a subsequent three-dimensional thermal deformation technique, we have successfully demonstrated an FPCB that maintains stable electrical characteristics despite significant shape deformations. Using a modified polyimide substrate along with Ag flake-based conductive ink, we identified optimized process variables that enable substrate thermal deformation at lower temperatures (~130℃) and enhance the stretchability of the conductive ink (ε ~30%). The application of this novel FPCB in a prototype 3D-shaped sensor device, incorporating photosensors and temperature sensors, illustrates its potential for creating multifunctional, shape-adaptable electronic devices. The sensor can detect external light sources and measure ambient temperature, demonstrating stable operation even after transitioning from a planar to a three-dimensional configuration. This research lays the foundation for next-generation FPCBs that can be seamlessly integrated into various products, ushering in a new era of electronic device design and functionality.
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