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Creation of new ideas utilizing transparent
conductive film with diverse features
We have developed a new material called "MFT" (*in-house name) capable of realizing bendable
transparent conductive film and transparent conductive film that can be adapted to complex shapes.
Why don't you create new value utilizing the functions of MFT together with us?
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Description
Partners who can collaborate with us on unique products by utilizing transparent conductive film made from MFT
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Products used
Transparent conductive film using the new material of MFT, which has the potential to be used in a wide variety of applications
*This product is under development.Therefore, the product specifications are subject to change without advance notice.
MATCHING
POINT
- ・Companies searching for a material that can be both conductive and freely shaped
- ・Companies concerned with issues caused by the properties of electrode materials
- ・Companies having trouble with the film formation method of electrode materials in design and manufacturing
Murata Manufacturing has been researching electrodes, one of the constituent parts of electronic components, for many years. MFT is one of the materials we have encountered in that process. MFT film is a type of transparent conductive film that is transparent yet allows electricity to pass through it. It possesses multiple functions at an advanced level. Using this MFT to create unique products is our goal. We are looking for partners who can bring in various ideas to create new value together with us aiming for commercialization.
About transparent conductive film using MFT
MFT is a microscopic ceramic particle with conductivity. It can be coated to a substrate to make a thin film. This film combines conductivity, transparency, bending resistance, processability and other functions at an advanced level. This realizes a transparent and bendable conductive film. We can expect it to be utilized it in a wide range of fields as an unprecedented transparent conductive film.
Features of transparent conductive film using MFT
Feature01 Bendable transparent conductive film
In general, there is a limit to how thin conductive film formed with the coating method can be made. However, MFT particles have a unique flat shape. Therefore, MFT does not lose its conductivity even if the film is made thin. It is possible to form an extremely thin film at the order of several nm. Furthermore, MFT film has achieved a performance that stands in comparison with other typical transparent conductive films in terms of both light transmittance and conductivity (figure below).
The light transmittance of MFT film is at a level that stands in comparison with other materials. Moreover, it also has relatively good conductivity, so it realizes a sheet resistance close to that of ITO film
Indium Tin Oxide (ITO) film, known as an especially high-performance transparent conductive film, has even higher conductivity than MFT film. However, ITO film does not handle being bent well. If it is bent many times, the film will crack and its conductivity will drop. On the other hand, MFT film has a structure in which microscopic particles are stacked on top of each other. Therefore, its conductivity remains virtually unchanged even when bent many times. This means it can be utilized as bendable transparent conductive film.
ITO film rapidly loses its conductivity when it is bent. This means its electrical resistance increases. However, MFT film maintains its conductivity even when it is bent
Feature02Transparent conductive film that can also be adapted to three-dimensional shapes
ITO film is generally formed with a method called vacuum deposition. Therefore, there are restrictions on the size, shape, and heat resistance of the substrate on which the film can be formed. On the other hand, the microscopic particles of MFT can disperse uniformly in water (solvent). This means the spraying method can be applied for the film formation. Accordingly, MFT film can be coated and formed on any size and shape. It is even possible to create large film and film with a complex three-dimensional shape. Furthermore, heat is not needed during the film formation process with MFT film. Therefore, there are no concerns about thermally damaging the substrate.
Suitable for the spraying method
It is even possible to uniformly form film on curved surfaces and complex three-dimensional shapes. In addition, heat does not need to be applied, so there are also no concerns about thermal damage
Functions and utilization fields of transparent conductive film using MFT
Function01Shielding electromagnetic waves
Field of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles
MFT film has conductivity. Therefore, it has the ability to repel electromagnetic waves. Moreover, MFT is lighter than regular metal-based materials. For this reason, we are thinking of utilizing MFT as a lightweight electromagnetic shielding film capable of being formed on complex shapes in fields relating to vehicles, including drones and unmanned aerial vehicles in particular.
Function02Converting electricity into heat
Field of plants
MFT film can be given moderate electrical resistance. Heat will then be generated when an electric current is passed through it here. We believe it can be used in ways, for instance, to encourage germination by using it fitted to the shape of a planter and to prevent condensation while letting in sunlight by using it on the walls of a plastic greenhouse.
Function03Transmitting electrical signals
Field of fashion and apparel
MFT film itself cannot emit light or generate electricity. However, it can be used to transmit electrical signals. It is possible to realize devices that can follow complex movements by taking advantage of the transparency and bending resistance of MFT film. This means combining it with clothing may enable the making of clothes that glitter and clothes that can generate solar power.
These are just a few examples of our utilization vision for MFT film. We would like to explore various possibilities together with you without limiting ourselves to these fields.
Toward collaboration
Aiming for next-generation technological innovation, we are focusing on bendable transparent conductive film that has the potential to be used in a wide variety of applications as a collaboration theme. This sheet boasts an unprecedented high level of processability. In addition to utilizing it in the field of electrical components and as a constituent part, it also has the potential to demonstrate its value in new fields that are not limited to conventional business.
We are aiming to bring together your knowledge, technologies, and resources with our technologies to bring about innovation by utilizing this revolutionary technology. We want to work with you to produce innovations and achievements that we cannot achieve alone by mutually sharing ideas and information and collaborating toward a common goal.
What Murata Manufacturing can provide
Bendable transparent conductive film- Research and development on MFT tailored to the applications sought by our partners
- Knowledge of manufacturing in the electrical and electronics field
What Murata Manufacturing is seeking
- Sharing of issues in the fields of expertise of our partners
- Exploration of the possibilities of MFT being useful in the fields of expertise of our partners
Benefits obtained by working together
- Proposals for solutions to problems that go beyond the boundaries of industry
- Ideas from combining our technologies together that cannot be achieved by one of us alone
- Ongoing connections with other industries
Inquiries
Murata Manufacturing is looking for partners to create new value together with us by utilizing bendable transparent conductive film and transparent conductive film that can be adapted to complex shapes using the new material of MFT. Please feel free to get in touch with us using our contact form if your company is interested in collaborating with Murata Manufacturing.
*This product is under development.Therefore, the product specifications are subject to change without advance notice.
Message from the developers
- Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
Chemical Materials Development Dept. Material Technology Center Technology & Business Development Unit
Fumihiko Naruse -
Considering the properties of bendable transparent conductive film, we believe many hints to utilizing it lie in fields that seem unrelated to electronic components. We hope that those in a wide range of fields, regardless of industry, find this project appealing. We would to produce as many innovations as possible by working together with such people.
- Hiroki Nakatsu
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Bendable transparent conductive film is a unique material with the potential to allow multiple roles to be fulfilled in one part. Murata Manufacturing is earnestly working toward the practical application of this technology from our desire to contribute to society through this material. We hope that we can produce innovations we could never even have imagined by collaborating with various people outside our company.
Inquiries
Murata Manufacturing is looking for partners to create new value together with us by utilizing bendable transparent conductive film and transparent conductive film that can be adapted to complex shapes using the new material of MFT.
Please feel free to get in touch with us using our contact form if your company is interested in collaborating with Murata Manufacturing.
*This product is under development.Therefore, the product specifications are subject to change without advance notice.
Project Examples for Collaboration
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Mask voice clip is a voice input device clipped to masks for highly accurate real-time voice isolation even in noisy environments.
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Decentralized exhaust gas circulation one-by-one VOC removal system - Utilizing a compact and lightweight rotor to achieve both energy saving and VOC removal
In order to downsize exhaust circulation concentration systems that treat VOCs, we have achieved downsizing and weight reduction of 20-30% or more for the core component, the rotor. We are looking for collaboration partners who can work together with us to create new VOC treatment solutions that utilize this rotor to achieve both energy savings and VOC removal.
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Brain NaviTM — A simple and high-precision brainwave analysis service that enables accurate “visualization” of momentary sensations and cognition
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Increasing the added value of products with ultra-thin, high sensitivity sheet-shaped temperature sensors called film thermistors
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NeuroStoneTM 3D-printed small free-form inter-connected ceramic devices
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Transparent conductive film using the new material of MFT that can be both conductive and freely shaped
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Lithium-ion secondary battery characterization and degradation diagnosis solution
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Magnetorheological Elastomer (MRE) That Can Reproduce Hardness from Marshmallows to Erasers
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