Key Objectives
Development of Photo-Chargeable Micro-Supercapacitors
Design and fabrication of micro-supercapacitors capable of simultaneously harvesting and storing light energy, enabling autonomous power supply for next-generation microelectronic devices.
Fully Printed Devices on Self-Reshaping Substrates
Creation of fully printed devices on ultrathin, self-reshaping substrates that transform into compact 3D architectures and integrate RF silicon chips for wireless functionality.
Autonomous Wireless Motes
By improving energy conversion and storage efficiency, LEAF enables longer-lasting, low-maintenance wireless motes for distributed sensor networks. This supports reliable operation in real-world environments, both within and beyond the network.
Sustainable Materials and Green Manufacturing
Development of eco-friendly materials and scalable green manufacturing processes to reduce environmental impact and enable circular approaches in printed electronics.
Printed Sensors for Environmental and Plant Monitoring
Design of biodegradable printed sensors for environmental and agricultural monitoring, supporting smart farming and low-impact sensing solutions.
About the Project
The EU-funded LEAF project is pioneering a transformative solution for wireless sensor networks through the development of a self-powered, self-reshaping device based on a thin, multifunctional foil. This technology addresses major limitations of traditional wireless motes—small, autonomous devices essential for sensing, data processing, and communication—by enhancing their energy autonomy, flexibility, and integration capabilities.
