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Why Print?Printed silicon electronics combines the intelligence and functionality of silicon semiconductors and the low-cost manufacturing paradigm of graphics printing. Instead of using conventional color inks to print magazines, books and newspapers, this new paradigm uses silicon-based inks to print integrated circuits, sensors and displays. This revolutionary technology brings the value proposition of silicon-based integrated circuits to industries that have until now not been enable to embed integrated circuits in their products.
The unique attributes of graphics printing enable Kovio to fabricate integrated circuits at a fraction of the cost of conventional silicon technology. More importantly, this new platform technology overcomes the inherent limitations of conventional silicon technology such as large capital expenditure, significant working capital and inventory, long and high-cost development and manufacturing lead times, and the need for large volumes. Additionally, the use of digital printing technology facilitates a high level of product customization and rapid time to market. The inherent advantage of the Kovio printed silicon technology platform over alternatives like organic electronics is that printed silicon enables significantly higher performance, lower power consumption and environmental stability. Furthermore, printed silicon electronics leverages a 50+-year knowledge base and ecosystem, including design, fabrication, packaging, testing and infrastructure |
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