Update interview
20 Jun 2022
LettUs Grow
LettUs Grow is a UK-based vertical farm, using a unique aeroponic system for providing plants with water and nutrients. At the GreenTech 2022 event, an IDTechEx analyst spoke with the company to learn more about its proprietary aeroponics system.
Full profile interview
17 Jun 2022
Finnadvance
Finnadvance is an organ-on-a-chip company for biomedical and pharmaceutical research. IDTechEx visited and spoke with the Finnadvance team.
17 Jun 2022
Automating Renal Access in Kidney Stone Surgery Using AI Enabled Robot
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy is an efficient, minimally-invasive, gold standard procedure used for removing large kidney stones. Creating an access from the skin on the back to the kidney—called renal access, is a crucial yet challenging step in percutaneous nephrolithotomy. A research team questioned if artificial intelligence-powered robotic devices could be used for improved guidance compared with conventional US guidance. Specifically, they wanted to see if the AI-powered device offers better precision in percutaneous renal access along with automated needle trajectory.
17 Jun 2022
Second-Life: Audi E-Tron Batteries Power Electric Rickshaws in India
A second life for electric car batteries: The German-Indian start-up Nunam is bringing three electric rickshaws to the roads of India. They are powered by used batteries taken from test vehicles in the Audi e-tron test fleet. The aim of the project is to explore how modules made with high-voltage batteries can be reused after their car life cycle and become a viable second-life use case.
17 Jun 2022
New Material for Remote-Controlled Medication and Electronic Pills
Biomedicines are produced by living cells and are used to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases among other things. One challenge is that the medicines are very expensive to produce, something that limits global access. Now researchers have invented a material that uses electrical signals to capture and release biomolecules. The new and efficient method may have a major impact in the development of biomedicines and pave the way for the development of electronic pills and drug implants.
17 Jun 2022
California's Largest Renewable Microgrid for Microsoft Data Centre
With ambitious goals of becoming carbon negative by 2030, Microsoft chose Enchanted Rock for its ability to develop a reliable microgrid with net-zero emissions. The project will out-perform current California Air Resources Board emissions requirements for distributed generation, the most stringent in the world, with hourly local emissions 80%-96% lower than Tier 4 diesel standards while delivering higher reliability.
17 Jun 2022
Single-Step, All-In-One 3D Printing Method to Make Robotic Materials
A team of engineers and their colleagues have developed a new design strategy and 3D printing technique to build robots in one single step. The breakthrough enabled the entire mechanical and electronic systems needed to operate a robot to be manufactured all at once by a new type of 3D printing process for engineered active materials with multiple functions (also known as metamaterials). Once 3D printed, a "meta-bot" will be capable of propulsion, movement, sensing and decision-making.
External press release
17 Jun 2022
Ynvisible Distribution Agreement with Computer Controls AG
Ynvisible Interactive Inc has signed a distribution agreement with Switzerland headquartered Computer Controls AG to distribute Ynvisible's products and solutions for battery-driven or battery-less IoT devices.
Full profile interview
17 Jun 2022
Screentec
Screentec is a contract development and manufacturing company (CDMO) for printed electronics, with a primary focus on medical/wellness devices. IDTechEx visited Screentec in person in June 2022.
Update interview
17 Jun 2022
Marine Electrification — Fireside Chat with General Motors
While General Motors has been providing engines to the maritime sector for decades, earlier this year it announced its first investment into electric boating — a 25% stake in outboard maker Pure Watercraft, with an initial collaboration on an electric pontoon boat. In this fireside chat, IDTechEx talks to GM about the investment, translating EV technology from automotive to marine, regulations, the impact of shortages, and more.
Update interview
16 Jun 2022
Parcitank SA/Farmitank
Parcitank is a Spanish company providing solutions for the implementation of processing plants. IDTechEx analyst Brendan Beh spoke with Parcitank at the GreenTech 2022 exhibition, discussing its efforts to enter the vertical farming industry.
Full profile interview
16 Jun 2022
Weidmann Fiber Technology
Weidmann Fiber Technology are a business unit within Weidmann Group. The unit produces microfibrillated cellulose for biopolymer applications. IDTechEx analyst Andy Ko spoke to the business unit General Manager Thomas Mettler.
16 Jun 2022
Unlocking the Power of Perovskite Photovoltaics
IDTechEx's new report, "Perovskite Photovoltaics 2023-2033", explores the diverse range of opportunities presented by perovskite PV, including gaps in demand, supply chain innovation, and emerging applications.
16 Jun 2022
Dynamic Inductive Recharging Technology for Electric Vehicles
After months of testing at the "Arena del Futuro" circuit, Stellantis, together with its project partners, have demonstrated the capability of Dynamic Wireless Power transfer (DWPT) technology to wirelessly recharge electric vehicles as they travel over specially equipped, dedicated road lanes.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
Ultimaker Complete Metal Expansion Kit for Professional 3D Printing
Ultimaker announced the extension of its Ultimaker Platform with a Metal Expansion Kit, making metal 3D printing more accessible and affordable. Engineers using the new Kit will be empowered to produce applications capable of high mechanical stress and thermal resistance, an impossible task even with high-performance thermoplastics.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
CorPower Ocean Commercial Scale Products for Utility Scale Wave Farms
CorPower Ocean is unveiling the CorPower C4, its first commercial scale Wave Energy Converter and CorPack clusters, providing the building blocks for utility scale wave farms.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
2022 and beyond: Teslasuit and a New Dimension for the Youniverse
Teslasuit is very excited to be launching its haptic glove later this year, which combines haptic feedback, force feedback, finger tracking and a biometric system to give the user an unparalleled and literal grasp of the human-to-digital interface.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
Sustainable Marine powers up tidal energy in Nova Scotia
Sustainable Marine has officially powered up its tidal energy operation in Canada and is delivering clean electricity to Nova Scotia's power system.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
Ampaire, Black & Veatch to Collaborate on Electrified Aviation
Electric aircraft developer Ampaire and Black & Veatch - a leader in sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy and transportation electrification - will collaborate on developing airport electrification that supports tomorrow's electric aviation needs.
External press release
16 Jun 2022
Konecranes Puts the Battery in Big Container Handling Machines
Konecranes, a container handling equipment and service supplier, now offers large container handling machines that are battery-driven: the Konecranes Battery RTG, the Battery Konecranes Noell Straddle Carrier, and all-electric Konecranes Gottwald Generation 6 Mobile Harbor Cranes.