Scientists develop self-protecting molecular ink that prints corrosion-resistant copper electronics
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Soumya Sagar, special to C&EN
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Summary
Scientists have developed a molecular ink that can be printed and cured at low temperatures (below 150°C) under ambient air, transforming into highly conductive copper that is also corrosion-resistant. The ink uses smart organic molecules that create a self-protecting armor during the curing process, enabling printed copper electronics that resist decay without requiring additional protective coatings. This breakthrough could significantly impact printed electronics manufacturing by simplifying production and improving durability.
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· 2 pulledScientists have synthesized a molecular ink that cures under ambient air below 150 °C and transforms into a highly conductive, corrosion-resistant form of copper.
By enlisting smart organic molecules that weave a self-protecting armor during the cur
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