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Lignocellulose Nanofibril PCB Substrate (LCNF)

Fully biodegradable PCB substrate made from lignocellulose nanofibrils (LCNF) derived from wood biorefinery byproduct. Produced via fibrillation and hornification — a thermal-pressure consolidation process using no synthetic binders. Natural lignin serves as the sole binder. Compostable at end-of-life while allowing separate recovery of metals and components. Flexural strength and electrical properties meet general electronics standards. Functional prototypes include RFID cards and a computer mouse. Developed under EU Horizon Europe HyPELignum project at Empa, Switzerland.

类别
Bio-based Composite / Natural Fibre Material
生物降解
Fully compostable after end-of-life; natural composting with separate metal/component recovery
拉伸强度
63 MPa
电学性能
Volume resistivity 9×10³ Ω·cm at 85% RH (meets cellulose PCB standard ≥10³ Ω·cm); Thermal stability: decomposition onset 205°C; Dimensional stability ≤0.5%
耐水性
Moisture sensitivity — inherent to biodegradability, requires protective design for humid environments
TRL · BioNexus 评估
TRL 4

制备方法

LCNF fibrillation (10 kWh/kg) → hornification (30–120°C, 50–1500 kN) → inkjet printing of conductive traces. No synthetic resin/binders; natural lignin as sole binder.

研究来源

Geiger T. et al., Printed circuit board substrates derived from lignocellulose nanofibrils for sustainable electronics applications, Scientific Reports (Nature), March 2025. DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-91653-1