Here Comes Second Generation Printed Electronics

Hybrid constructions usually win
The terms polymer and organic electronics are losing their meaning because the more sophisticated second generation printed and thin film electronics are usually optimal if both inorganic and organic elements are exploited. For example many forms of so called organic photovoltaics incorporate carbon buckyballs or nanotubes. The focus is turning from the semantics of the science to the practicalities of the application. Currently this includes new printed batteries, photoelectrics, high information flexible military displays and printed microwave rectifiers.