Other keynote speakers highlighted critical challenges across several emerging applications and called on the flexible electronics industry to form partnerships to meet these needs:
John Deere Electronics Solutions – “There are many challenges in agriculture and the industry is betting on sensors and their autonomous systems to help us meet them,” said software technical manager Jason Jelinek. “Electronics designers need to understand the environment in which we operate and provide solutions that will survive and thrive in rugged, outdoor, highly-variable environment. I want to engage with anyone who can support this vision.” Related blog.
Rogers Research Group, Northwestern University – “The markets for biocompatible microfluidics and electronic wearables that are flexible and conformal to the human body are emerging right now and demand is significant and growing,” said Professor John Rogers. “Finding the right partner is crucial to developing the ultimate product that meets the needs of these emerging markets.” Related blog.
STMicroelectronics – “Greater accuracy and tight calibration are key to reaching autonomy, and MEMS technology offer the best possibilities for the needed breakthroughs in time and cost,” said Group VP Andrea Onetti, focusing on the MEMS sensor developments that are making autonomous driving and other applications a reality. “When specifying best sensor technology, these are critical requirements to keep in mind.” Related blog.
FLEX and MSTC share an exhibition, opening keynotes, panel discussion, networking events and short courses, with the events featuring separate technical sessions. Activities across both events are designed to connect attendees with the broadest group of subject matter experts and industry innovators.
FLEX 2019 and MSTC 2019 at a Glance
FLEX 2019 technical sessions spotlight innovations in flexible and printed electronics products, equipment and materials as well as unique electronics applications they deliver – from new battery structures and antennas to bio-medical devices. Follow FLEX 2019 on Twitter: #FLEX2019 and @flextechnews
MSTC 2019 sessions highlight wearables, point-of-care medical devices, food delivery, agriculture platforms, remote monitoring systems and other applications with stringent sensor, data storage, processing and transmission requirements. Follow MSTC on Twitter: #MSTC2019 and @MEMSGroup
The poster session highlights student projects related to flexible electronics or MEMS and sensors. The posters are evaluated for their scientific methods, command of the subject matter and usefulness of the ideas to the industry. Winners receive cash awards, plaques and recognition at the annual Awards ceremony at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 20, 2019.