SMRTR Science & EngineeringJun 3, 2025Interesting Engineering

New recyclable, self-healing circuit board could solve world’s e-waste crisis

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Virginia Tech researchers developed a recyclable circuit board material using liquid metal droplets and vitrimer plastic, which can be reshaped, self-heal, and break down easily, potentially reducing e-waste while maintaining traditional board strength.

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