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SEOUL, June 29 (Korea Bizwire) — The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) said Wednesday that its research team had successfully developed a waterproof, transparent, and flexible OLED using MXene nanotechnology.
Although MXene material possesses excellent electrical conductivity and penetrability, its commercialization has been challenging due to its vulnerability to moisture and water damage.
To overcome this obstacle, the research team devised an encapsulation strategy specifically designed to prevent oxidation caused by moisture or oxygen, resulting in a solid and durable MXene-based OLED.
Encapsulation involves safeguarding OLED panels against external factors, such as water, to ensure their prolonged usability.
The research team conducted an analysis of the degradation mechanism of MXene’s electrical properties caused by moisture and subsequently designed the encapsulation layer.
The newly developed flexible OLED exhibits remarkable brightness levels, making it easily discernible even in outdoor conditions with direct sunlight.
Furthermore, it demonstrated consistent performance even after being submerged in water for six consecutive hours.
M. H. Lee (mhlee@koreabizwire.com)
