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A cooperative regenerative braking system

Hyundai Mobis has announced that the company became the first in Korea and the second in the world to successfully develop the next-generation electronic integrated regenerative brake system known as iMEB for environment-friendly cars like hybrid cars and electric vehicles.

A promising new prototype of battery

After two years of research, a French team have just designed an alternative technology to Li-ion for application in specific sectors.

Highlights of IDTechEx Wearable USA

The IDTechEx Show! in Santa Clara assembled the largest collection of innovators and experts around wearable technology. The aim was to share knowledge, build networks and solve problems that the industry faces. With decision makers from the most well-known and prestigious wearable technology projects all present, the stage was set for two productive days of networking, problem solving and discussion. This article covers some of the main themes of the event.

InvenTek

InvenTek Corp., a company founded in 1999, invented large format Rolled-Ribbon lithium-ion battery cell technology with improved thermal property and superior power density.

Ybrain

Ybrain is a start-up in brain healthcare founded by former students of KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology). They are developing a wearable medical device that will measure and improve brain functions, in the aim to alleviate the symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and mild cognitive impairment (MCI).

Coming to a monitor near you: a defect-free, molecule-thick film

An emerging class of atomically thin materials known as monolayer semiconductors has generated a great deal of buzz in the world of materials science.

Global race series for driverless electric cars

This new championship called 'ROBORACE' will provide a competitive platform for the autonomous driving solutions that are now being developed by many large industrial automotive and technology players as well as top tech universities.

Invisible wires could improve solar cell efficiency

Scientists have discovered how to hide the reflective upper contact of a solar cell and funnel light directly to the semiconductor below

Study shows some 3D printed objects are toxic

Researchers have found parts produced by some commercial 3D printers are toxic to certain fish embryos. Their results have raised questions about how to dispose of parts and waste materials from 3D printers.

Novel see-through display for smart eye wear

The technology is based on lightguide optics, which provide a simple way to transfer an information stream from a miniaturized image source to the user's eye.

Highlights of 3D Printing USA 2015

Last week, IDTechEx Show! included a busy and varied track on a wide variety of 3D printing technologies, materials innovations and applications. Rachel Gordon, Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, has picked out some highlights.

Smart chip tells you how healthy your battery is

Researchers have developed a smart chip which can tell you how healthy is your battery and if it is safe for use.

Digital necklace and a wearable soap win Wearables for Good

A necklace that stores electronic health data to track child immunization and a wearable soap that helps limit the spread of infectious viruses by encouraging hand washing, have won the Wearables for Good challenge run by UNICEF, ARM and frog.

Product Pictures from Printed Electronics USA

Last week IDTechEx organized its annual US event in Santa Clara, California. With eight parallel conferences and more than 200 exhibitors, the event has a unique format to cover various technology trends. Here are some pictures of what was on display at the show.

NinjaTek, Taulman3D join forces, distribute wider variety of filament

Two of the leading names in thermoplastic filament manufacturing have formed a powerful partnership, hoping to play an essential role in the industry. There are now over 300,000 thermoplastic extrusion printers in the world, with a total annual filament market of $250m in 2015.

Next-generation fuel cells for low-emission electricity production

Researchers are developing a new-generation, long-life fuel cell system offering efficiency higher than that of competing technologies. The project will result in new, energy-efficient and commercially viable applications.

Smart artificial skin holds prosthetic promise

Researchers have long been interested in the technology of artificial skins. Although previous studies have introduced an assortment of electronic skin elements, none of them were able to detect both pressure and heat with a high degree of sensitivity, until now.

CO2-free fuel made from renewable electricity

The demonstration and technology platform "move" enables Empa researchers to develop new vehicle drive concepts with significantly lower CO2 emissions and test them in practice.

Researchers create electronic plants

Using semi-conductive polymers, both analog and digital electronic circuits can be created inside living flowers, bushes and trees.

Highlights from the IDTechEx Show! USA 2015

Last week IDTechEx organized its annual US event in Santa Clara, California. With eight parallel conferences and more than 200 exhibitors, the event has a unique format to cover various technology trends.