External press release
1 Mar 2022
3D Systems to Add Extrusion Technology to Solution Portfolio
3D Systems has entered into an agreement to acquire Titan Additive LLC (Titan Robotics), the Colorado-based designer and fabricator of large-format, industrial 3D printers.
External press release
1 Mar 2022
Ocean Infinity Order of 85m Robotic Vessels From VARD
Ocean Infinity has contracted VARD for the design and construction of a new series of six multi- purpose offshore vessels, all of which will be operated from shore and will eventually utilise green ammonia as fuel.
Update interview
28 Feb 2022
Aerogel-It
Aerogel-It specialise in polymer aerogels with work previously developed at BASF. IDTechEx spoke with Dr Marc Fricke (CEO).
28 Feb 2022
Graphene Sensor Rapidly Detects Opioid Metabolites in Wastewater
The unique properties of the atom-thick sheet of carbon, known as graphene, enabled a new penny-sized, multiplexed bio-sensor that's the first to detect opioid byproducts in wastewater. The novel device is the first to use graphene-based field effect transistors to detect four different synthetic and natural opioids at once, while shielding them from wastewater's harsh elements.
28 Feb 2022
Fingertip Sensitivity for Robots
The thumb-shaped sensor is made of a soft shell built around a lightweight stiff skeleton. This skeleton holds up the structure much like bones stabilize the soft finger tissue. The shell is made from an elastomer mixed with dark but reflective aluminum flakes, resulting in an opaque greyish color which prevents any external light finding its way in. Hidden inside this finger-sized cap is a tiny 160-degree fish-eye camera which records colorful images illuminated by a ring of LEDs.
28 Feb 2022
Building Artificial Nerve Cells
For the first time, researchers demonstrate an artificial organic neuron, a nerve cell, that can be integrated with a living plant and an artificial organic synapse. Both the neuron and the synapse are made from printed organic electrochemical transistors.
28 Feb 2022
A Green 'Sea Change' as Water Transport Makes its Move
Europe's ferry industry has set sail for an emissions-free future. It's leading the eco-friendly revolution with electric and hydrogen-powered boats that are destined to make urban transport more sustainable.
28 Feb 2022
Squid Skin Inspires UV Radiation Sensing Wearable
The researchers expect that people will use this device to monitor sun exposure, but the sensor also could be used in other situations where there's utility to measuring light exposure. For example, UV radiation is often used to sterilize environments. These stickers could be used to indicate when a surface has been exposed to UV radiation for long enough to be fully sterilized.
28 Feb 2022
Quick Way to Check Quality of 3D Printed Alloys
Scientists have developed a fast and low-cost imaging method that can analyse the structure of 3D-printed metal parts and offer insights into the quality of the material.
Full profile interview
28 Feb 2022
Urban Mobility Sytems
Urban Mobility Systems are a clean-tech engineering company, who design and build electrification kits for construction equipment, enabling zero-emission operation. IDTechEx spoke with them in February 2022 to discuss their business and their outlook for off-road machine electrification.
28 Feb 2022
Join the Upcoming Webinar - Thermal Management as 5G Evolves
Thursday 3 March 2022 - Introduction to changes in telecommunications infrastructure; Choice of semiconductor technology for sub-6 GHz and mmWave 5G; Case studies of sub-6 GHz and mmWave antenna; Overview of die attach materials and methodology; and Thermal interface materials for infrastructure and smartphone
Background
25 Feb 2022
iRobot
iRobot is a world-leading consumer robot company. It is headquartered in the USA, and is publicly listed on Nasdaq.
Update
25 Feb 2022
Henkel (Semiconductor packaging, Adhesive Technologies division)
Henkel is a global company operating in both industrial and consumer markets with 53,000 workers in 125 countries. Henkel is divided into three key businesses, the most relevant for this interview is their Adhesive Technologies division. IDTechEx interviewed Ram K. Trichur, Henkel's Global Head of Semiconductor Packaging.
25 Feb 2022
Ballard & ABB Receive Approval for High-Power Fuel Cell Concept
The high-power fuel cell unit is a flexible solution that will support the energy needs of multi-megawatt scale vessels with diverse use cases. For example, a cruise vessel operating in coastal areas could either run entirely on zero-emission fuel cell power or switch to it when operating in environmentally sensitive areas or emission control zones, while a ferry with a regular schedule and frequent bunkering opportunities could operate solely on fuel cell power.
Full profile interview
25 Feb 2022
Oviva
Oviva is a digital health company employing behavioural psychology techniques and access to healthcare professionals to help users develop lifestyle changes for better health outcomes. IDTechEx analyst Brendan Beh spoke with Oviva Commercial Director James de Bathe and Vice President Clinical Lucy Jones on 27 January 2022.
25 Feb 2022
Perovskites Used to Make Efficient Artificial Retina
An artificial electronic retina that can "see" in a similar way to the human vision system and can recognize handwritten digits has been built by researchers as they seek to develop better options for computer vision applications.
External press release
25 Feb 2022
Eurocell is Building a Gigafactory in Western Europe
Eurocell batteries last over 10 times longer than conventional lithium-ion technologies, reducing virtually all 'end of life' issues. A wide range of operating temperatures also makes them ideally suited to areas with extreme weather and for off-grid solutions.
24 Feb 2022
EV Charging Investments, Interoperability, and Innovations
There has been a ramp-up of charging infrastructure to make EV charging more widespread and publicly accessible. A holistic approach is being taken where fast chargers, destination chargers, and home chargers all play an important role in supporting the different electric segments. The industry is seeing increased investments, collaboration, and innovation that will hopefully help today's parking lots become tomorrow's charging stations.
24 Feb 2022
Eco Wave Power Finalises Production of Floater Units for Port Jaffa
The floaters were delivered and are being installed. The project's next steps are the installation of all 10 floater units, a test run in real conditions and the official connection of the power station to the grid. The system functionality and capacity tests are expected to be conducted by the end of the second quarter of this year.
24 Feb 2022
How Sound Waves Could Help Regrow Bones
Researchers have used sound waves to turn stem cells into bone cells, in a tissue engineering advance that could one day help patients regrow bone lost to cancer or degenerative disease.
The innovative stem cell treatment offers a smart way forward for overcoming some of the field's biggest challenges, through the precision power of high-frequency sound waves.