A platform for the controlled design of printed electronics with 2D materials
Scientists have proved that how electricity is transported in printed 2D materials, paving the way for the design of flexible devices for healthcare and beyond. The work identifies what properties of 2D material films need to be tweaked to make electronic devices to order, allowing the rational design of a new class of high-performance printed and flexible electronics. Silicon chips are the components that power most of our electronics, from fitness trackers to smartphones. However, their rigid nature limits their use in flexible electronics. Made of single-atom-thick layers, 2D materials can be dispersed in solution and formulated into printable inks, producing…