IDTechEx01.05.21
Smart buildings promise automated control of the buildings’ operations, along with integrated technology for human-machine interactions.
Such functionality requires multiple sensors, to which printed/flexible electronics are very well suited due to their low weight and thin-film form factor.
Indeed, the building of the future may have printed sensors built into the walls, floor, and ceiling to detect water leaks, air quality, usage patterns, and more.
Extensive discussion and analysis of many printed/flexible types can be found in the IDTechEx report “Printed and Flexible Sensors 2020-2030: Technologies, Players, Forecasts”.
A long-cited advantage of printed/flexible electronics is their compatibility with low-cost, large-area manufacturing. However, to date, these attributes have not been widely utilized, with the greatest adoption in high-value applications such as OLED displays.
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