Project ARMS showcases innovations in sustainable electronics at LOPEC 2025
Researchers from the Tampere University (TAU) Laboratory for Future Electronics proudly represented Project ARMS during the Large-Area, Organic & Printed Electronics Convention (LOPEC) held in Munich, Germany, from February 24 to 26.
Representing the ARMS project were coordinator Prof. Matti Mäntysalo and doctoral student Remuel Isaac Vitto. Together, they promoted the project’s latest scientific publication and seized the opportunity to expand its global network, fostering connections for future collaborative research endeavors. The event was rich with exhibitions showcasing innovative applications that sparked new ideas and potential developments.
The ARMS project team had the unique opportunity to evaluate the latest advancements showcased at LOPEC, which illuminated the field from scientific, technical, and business perspectives. The exhibition featured a plethora of engaging demonstrations and cutting-edge innovations, positioning it as a pivotal event for industry stakeholders.
Annually, leading players in the field of flexible, organic, and printed electronics converge at LOPEC, bringing together companies, institutions, and researchers from around the globe to share the newest developments across various domains. This year’s event attracted 169 exhibitors from 29 countries and welcomed approximately 2,400 visitors from over 40 countries, making it an exceptional platform for TAU to present the latest research findings of Project ARMS.
TAU’s presentation emphasized key factors in developing the next generation of sustainable activated wood carbon (AWC) supercapacitors. Central to this research is the critical role of electrolyte ion kinetics and the engineered pore structures of AWC electrodes, which are vital for enhancing the performance and sustainability of energy storage solutions.
Overall, LOPEC 2025 served as an invaluable venue for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the promotion of innovative technologies in the rapidly evolving field of organic and printed electronics.
