LG presents its first panel that can expand by up to 50%.

LG Display has achieved a remarkable breakthrough in flexible display technology by reaching a new deformation threshold of 50%. This figure marks a significant milestone, as it is the first time a display has been demonstrated that can stretch to this extent without sustaining damage. Audiovisually, this represents a literal expansion of the technology developed by the company.

In 2022, LG Display showcased its first stretchable display: a 12-inch microLED RGB panel with a pixel density of 100 pixels per inch (ppi) that could stretch by 20%. The latest version maintains the same dimensions and pixel density, but it has improved the special silicon substrate material used in contact lenses, as well as the wiring design, allowing the deformability to more than double.

In addition to offering a greater degree of stretchability, LG Display claims that the durability of the new display has also been increased. This latest version can be stretched over 10,000 times without losing image clarity, even under extreme temperature conditions or impact, according to an official statement. During the presentation, the company also showcased a prototype of an automotive display that allows flat surfaces to be reconfigured into touch areas, such as buttons or raised dials.

The versatility of these stretchable displays makes them suitable not only for applications in vehicles or aircraft but also in the fashion industry, thanks to their lightweight design and thinness, allowing them to adapt to various shapes and irregular surfaces.