13 Dec 2023
Automotive Megatrends Drive 4.8% CAGR in Copper Demand until 2034
Copper is a key mineral for the automotive industry, used ubiquitously across the wiring harnesses market. Its demand is set to grow due to electric vehicle and autonomous vehicle megatrends. IDTechEx's brand new report "Copper Demand for Cars 2024-2034: Trends, Utilization, Forecasts" finds the automotive copper demand will reach 5MT (1MT = 1 billion kilograms) of annual demand in 2034.
12 Dec 2023
Regulations - Drivers for Mandating Driver Monitoring Systems
Driver monitoring systems (DMS) have gained considerable momentum, driven by the escalating SAE autonomous driving levels and regulatory frameworks in key regions like the USA, Europe, China, Japan, and others.
Update
12 Dec 2023
Liquid Wind
Liquid Wind is a Swedish developer of commercial-scale e-methanol facilities. Currently, three large scale e-methanol projects have been announced, utilizing biogenic carbon dioxide.
11 Dec 2023
Cars On the Lookout: Image Sensors and Radars in Vehicles
Could cars with perfect night vision one day be a possibility? With a more heightened awareness of their surroundings in low visibility conditions thanks to short wave infrared (SWIR) image sensors, vehicles are on the road to visualizing beyond what the human eye can see. The powerful combination of new SWIR sensors with radar technology will allow cars to think fast and accurately to determine their surroundings, keeping passengers safe any time of the day.
11 Dec 2023
Webinar: How Will Connected and SDVs Impact the Automotive Market?
Thursday 14 December 2023 - The definition and classification of SDVs, and how they differ from traditional vehicles; The key features and benefits of SDVs, such as over-the-air updates, in-vehicle payments, AI-powered digital assistants, and infotainment; An introduction to Connected Vehicle technologies and terminologies. Key regional regulations related to V2X technology for China, the US, Europe, Japan, South Korea, and India; The main players and partnerships in the V2X ecosystem; An insight into current and forecasted market size and penetration of Connected and Software-Defined Vehicles
Background
11 Dec 2023
Wissenergy Technology
Wissenergy Technology is a Chinese manufacturer of AC charging hardware. IDTechEx spoke to Wissenergy at the London EV Show 2023.
Full profile interview
11 Dec 2023
FononTech
FononTech is an early-stage company developing impulse printing technology for applications in 3D printed micro-electronics.
8 Dec 2023
The Crucial Role of Managing End-of-Life Li-ion Battery Sustainability
Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are used ubiquitously in daily life, and the demand for Li-ion batteries has continued to increase over the last decade, including in consumer electronics and portable devices, electric vehicles (EVs), and stationary energy storage systems.
Update interview
8 Dec 2023
Quantica
Quantica is a startup based in Berlin, Germany that is developing a multi-material jetting printer. At Formnext 2023, Quantica displayed its final design for its upcoming printer.
Full profile interview
8 Dec 2023
Volvo CE
Volvo is a leader in construction machines. It has also been a frontrunner in the industry's transition to electric. This profile looks at Volvo's electric construction machines and activity so far.
Full profile interview
7 Dec 2023
Peratech
Peratech is a force-sensing human machine interface (HMI) solutions company, founded in 1996 and inventor/developer of proprietary QTC® (Quantum Tunnelling Composites) materials.
Event summary
7 Dec 2023
SEMICON Europa: Sustainability, Neuromorphic Compute, and Photonics
IDTechEx attended SEMICON Europa in Munich that ran from 14th-17th November. This premium article focuses on findings from conference, looking at the current energy crisis facing the semiconductor industry, 'bio-inspired' solutions for improving electronic efficiency, and some European projects aiming to develop the European photonics industry.
Innovation Map
7 Dec 2023
Opportunity for Fuel Cell Vehicles
Innovation roadmap for fuel cell vehicle opportunity.
7 Dec 2023
High Performance Computing for Automotive
Computers on wheels. That's how people currently see cars. Practically everything that happens in a vehicle is being monitored and actuated by a microcontroller, from opening windows to calculating the optimal fuel-air mixture for the current torque demand. But the surface has only just been scratched in terms of how much computing power is making its way into vehicles.
7 Dec 2023
Unlocking the Future of Displays with MicroLED Technology
In the ever-evolving landscape of visual technologies, one innovation shines brilliantly - MicroLED displays. These remarkable displays are poised to disrupt the industry, and IDTechEx are going to delve into the incredible potential of MicroLED technology. The journey through this transformative landscape is guided by the insights from IDTechEx's extensive report, "Micro-LED Displays 2024-2034: Technology, Commercialization, Opportunity, Market and Players".
Update interview
7 Dec 2023
DocuSign
DocuSign is an e-signature company, founded in 2003. Tess Skyrme, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, interviewed Director of R&D Moshe Harel about the company's adoption of quantum random number generators.
Update interview
7 Dec 2023
Wematter Acquired by 3D Systems
Wematter was a manufacturer of entry-level selective laser sintering (SLS) printers. In mid-2023, Wematter was acquired by 3D Systems, a market leader in 3D printing. At Formnext 2023, 3D Systems showcased its new system based on the Wematter printers.
Full profile interview
6 Dec 2023
Ohmium
Ohmium International is an American company developing and supplying containerized PEM electrolyzer systems for green hydrogen production.
Innovation Map
6 Dec 2023
Copper vs Aluminium for High Voltage Cables
Innovation roadmap for copper vs aluminium for high voltage cables.
Full profile interview
6 Dec 2023
NeoFan
NeoFan is a start-up specializing in innovation fans that generate less noise to meet thermal management requirements and resolve the pain points of traditional rotary fans.