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3D Scanners for Additive Manufacturing: Major Technologies and Players

Innovation map for 3D scanners for additive manufacturing: major technologies and players.

3D Printing: A Dynamic Industry Approaching a Crossroads

The 3D printing industry is by no means new, given the invention of the first 3D printing technologies in the 1980s; yet, in an industry with a long history of twists and turns, 2024 is looking to be the most consequential yet for additive manufacturing. This can be traced back to the shockwaves set off by COVID-19. While the pandemic initially lowered sales for many 3D printer manufacturers, it also created opportunities for additive manufacturing to showcase its unique strengths, as numerous companies looked to reshoring and strengthening their supply chain to avoid persistent disruptions amidst global shipping shortages.

Natural Fiber Welding

Natural Fiber Welding is a materials company which produces a vegan bio-based leather alternative, called Mirum, using natural rubber and cotton. One of the more unique materials in the vegan bio-based leather market, its product is plastic free.

XCharge

XCharge is a Chinese designer and manufacturer of DC fast-charging hardware. IDTechEx spoke to XCharge at the London EV Show 2023.

The US$1.6 Trillion Future of the Automotive Tech Opportunity

Autonomous driving, electric vehicles, connected and software-defined vehicles, and in-cabin monitoring are all megatrends reshaping the automotive industry. Together, these technologies combine to form a US$1.6 trillion opportunity by 2034, nearly a 10-fold increase compared to 2023.

Brand New Podcast: Tomorrow's Tech by IDTechEx

IDTechEx have launched a new monthly podcast, 'Tomorrow's Tech by IDTechEx', bringing you up to date technology trends. In each episode our host will interview an industry expert from IDTechEx, offering insights into a range of emerging technologies.

Kitepower

Kitepower has recently released its airborne wind energy (AWE) generator, which offers an emissions free off-grid electricity generator combined with a battery. This has several promising uses, including off-grid electric vehicle (EV) charging. IDTechEx spoke to CEO Johannes Peschel to find out more and gain insight into their technologies.

Charged Virtual Conference — EV Infrastructure

IDTechEx attended the Charged Virtual Conference which focused on EV infrastructure. This premium article covers the key takeaways as well as offering IDTechEx's analyst opinion.

Alternative Leather: Next Generation Bio-based Alternatives

Until recently, there have been no serious competing materials for animal and plastic (synthetic) leather. A new generation of bio-based alternatives aims to displace these incumbent materials with plastic-free, sustainable alternatives.

PEM Electrolyzer Materials - Niche Market with Large Opportunities

Green hydrogen is increasingly recognized as a clean industrial feedstock and the future's energy carrier. Central to green hydrogen production is the water electrolyzer. Historically, the alkaline water electrolyzer (AWE) has dominated the market due to its maturity and development

Synhelion

Synhelion is a Swiss cleantech company developing synthetic fuels (gasoline, diesel, jet fuel) from concentrated solar heat, water, and carbon dioxide. In December 2023, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Eve Pope spoke to Carmen Murer, Head of Corporate Communication at Synhelion.

MycoWorks

MycoWorks are a company based in California, USA, which produce mycelium (mushroom) leather. Presently MycoWorks are one of the leading producers in the mycelium leather space, with large plans in process for scaling of production. Their major product is Reishi.

Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC)

IDTechEx attended the Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) from 11th to 14th December in San Diego, USA. This premium article covers the major highlights from some of the top OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers regarding their battery strategies.

Electric Truck Milestones in 2023 and Outlook

Major fleets have committed to transitioning at least 30% of their new heavy-duty truck purchases to be zero-emission vehicles, including electric models, by 2030. However, many companies are daunted by the extra upfront cost of electric trucks, as well as challenges like the limited availability of chargers.

Liquid X — Functional Electronics Fabrication

An IDTechEx analyst talked with Liquid X, a Carnegie Mellon University spin-off focusing on the advanced material manufacture of functional metallic inks to replace physical wires. The applications cover multiple industries, including sensors, heating elements, smart textiles and many others

Energizing the Future: Hydrogen's Decade Ahead

Decarbonization efforts have gained momentum globally in recent years. Renewable energy, electrification, and battery storage are primary solutions. However, some sectors remain difficult to decarbonize using such methods, including heavy industry, heating, and certain transport sectors, such as aviation and shipping.

Ananas Anam (Piñatex)

Ananas Anam is a company that produces Piñatex, a plant-based leather alternative which is derived from pineapples. This is a vegan bio-based leather alternative. In addition to Piñatex it produces Piñayarn, a yarn also made from pineapple leaves.

Sodium-Ion Batteries Will Diversify the Energy Storage Industry

Sodium-ion (Na-ion) batteries are being developed due to their potential costs, safety, sustainability, and performance characteristics over traditional lithium-ion batteries. These batteries can be made with widely available and inexpensive materials, with sodium being significantly more abundant than lithium.

Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Technology Trends: 2.5D & 3D Insights

Semiconductor packaging technologies have evolved from initial 1D PCB levels to the cutting-edge 3D hybrid bonding packaging at the wafer level. This advancement facilitates single-digit micronmeter interconnecting pitches, achieving over 1000 GB/s bandwidth with high energy efficiency.

Webinar: Advancement in 2.5D & 3D Semiconductor Packaging Technologies

Wednesday 17 January 2024 - 2.5D advanced semiconductor packaging technologies: current status, existing barriers, future development trend, target markets, player analysis; 3D advanced semiconductor packaging technologies: current status, existing barriers, future development trend, target markets, player analysis; Market outlook for 2.5D and 3D packaging technologies