Research fields
Energy materials
We research and develop advanced materials that raise the efficiency and durability of energy conversion and storage systems. We engineer core materials for hydrogen, secondary batteries, solar power, and energy storage systems (ESS), creating the value a decarbonized era calls for.
| Research area | Related technology |
|---|---|
| Porous-structure-controlled materials for water electrolysis and fuel cells | PEM water electrolysis MEA electrode structure · electrode catalyst optimization for PEMFC |
| High-performance ceramics and composites for high-temperature, high-corrosion environments | Core structural materials for high-temperature electrolysis and reaction equipment |
| Next-generation electrode and storage materials for high energy density | Electrode material design for secondary batteries and ESS |
| Surface and interface reaction control for maximum energy efficiency | Catalytic active surface design and structure control |
Thin film materials
We research and develop high-purity metal-based thin film materials and deposition technology for semiconductor and display manufacturing. Precision here is measured in a few nanometers. LT Metal engineers next-generation thin film materials on technology it developed independently across the full ITO target process, from raw powder to finished product.
| Research area | Related technology |
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| Target materials for high-purity metal-based thin film deposition | ITO, IZO, ITZO, IGZO, Au·Ag·Pt·Ru·Al·Mo·Cu·alloy targets |
| Microstructure control for thin film uniformity and reliability | Optimization of sintered density, grain size, and crystal structure |
| Interface design for multilayer thin film and electrode structure optimization | Barrier layer, diffusion barrier layer, and adhesion layer design |
| Deposition process and characterization technology for high-performance thin films | Optimization of sputtering and deposition process conditions |
Electrical and electronic materials
We research and develop functional metals and composites that deliver electrical performance and thermal stability at once. As electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and AI data centers spread, the reliability and efficiency of power and electronic components matter more than ever. LT Metal answers that shift by engineering the essential materials of the next-generation electrical and electronic industry.
| Research area | Related technology |
|---|---|
| High-conductivity, high-reliability electrical contact and electrode materials | Design of AgNi, AgSnO₂, and Ag-W contact materials |
| Functional materials for thermal dissipation and electromagnetic shielding | Thermal dissipation materials for AI servers and power equipment |
| Structural metals for lightweighting and higher strength | Composite metal materials for vehicle and aerospace structures |
| Next-generation functional alloy design to reduce and replace rare earths | Alternative alloy development for supply chain risk |