diff --git a/README.md b/README.md index 639c3b9..f3f1cf1 100644 --- a/README.md +++ b/README.md @@ -99,6 +99,44 @@ In terms of software if the chip has a linux mainline support then the path of l The closest comparable project would be [OLIMEX Teres-A64](https://www.olimex.com/Products/DIY-Laptop) which kit costs 240 EUR, the cost of the mainboard from first hand is 80 EUR (https://www.olimex.com/Products/DIY-Laptop/SPARE-PARTS/TERES-PCB1-A64/open-source-hardware) and fabricating board with dimensions 113.5x89mm of 6 layers costs around 68~280 EUR for 5 boards without components. +### More options for PCB Materials + +This solution also allows us to use different materials economically for the platform board. + +#### FR4 + +Around 5~20 EUR for 1 or 2 layers + +Around 20~70 EUR for 3 or 4 layers + +#### Copper Core PCBs + +Around 60 EUR if kept at 1 layer + +#### Rogers + +Around 100 EUR if kept at 2 layers + +#### PTFE Teflon + +Around 50 EUR if kept at 2 layers + +#### Flex + +Around 30 EUR for 2 layers + +Around 200 EUR for 3 and 4 layers + +Could be more economical and ecological than the common FR4 and probably better option for prototyping, but use in production and mission critical environment is discouraged (could be placed on a solid material?) + +#### Ridgit flex + +Cost and usage unknown + +#### Shengul SH260 + +Cost and usage unknown + ### Additional Notes Originally discussed in https://git.dotya.ml/kreyren/kreyren/issues/75