Technology capable of "writing" electrical circuits directly onto surfaces has been developed by BAE Systems' Advanced Technology Center (ATC) in the UK. Already tested by the Formula One Team McLaren Mercedes, with whom BAE has had a 10-year technology partnership, it could have extensive aerospace and defence applications, including the UAV sector. Announcing its work, BAE stated that the technology-Direct Write—would increase the functionality and flexibility of existing structures and designs.
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