Production of Flexible, Adhesive and Functional Microstructures

This project focuses on the development of flexible, adhesive and functional films using a novel hot embossing process. Ultra-thin parylene polymer films are provided with micro- and nanostructures on both sides, which are applied using a special high-pressure process in a vacuum. Parylene is characterized by outstanding properties such as electrical insulation, biocompatibility, chemical inertness and hydrophobicity. A wide variety of structures can be realized that offer a wide range of possible uses in technical applications, e.g. for flexible electronics, optical components or microfluidic systems.

Duration: 09/2023 - 08/2027

Partner: Fraunhofer Institute for Electronic Nano Systems ENAS, Karlsruhe Nano Micro Facility (KNMFi) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Funding: funded by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF Plus) and the Free State of Saxony, respectively, as well as the Fraunhofer Institute for Electronic Nano Systems ENAS