14 Sep 2018
Massive solar and wind farms could bring vegetation back to the Sahara
Switching from fossil fuels to renewable energy is an important and necessary step towards averting climate change. However, in our efforts to go green, we also need to be mindful of other consequences, both intended and unintended - and that includes how a mass deployment of renewable technology might affect its surrounding climate.
14 Sep 2018
Volkswagen uses 3D printing for mass production
Volkswagen is the first automotive manufacturer using the latest 3D printing technology: the "HP Metal Jet" process simplifies and speeds up metallic 3D printing.
External press release
14 Sep 2018
Tritium receives DOE funding to develop high-powered charging for EVs
Tritium is receiving a portion of $3.2 million in federal funding awarded to the Electric Power Research Institute for developing an extreme fast charging system that can connect to the grid.
14 Sep 2018
Research helps make buses smarter
A rather unusual trolleybus has been navigating the streets of Zurich in recent months. With its large windscreen and covered wheels, it could easily be mistaken for a tram. It features a hybrid electric drive system that allows it to draw power from an on-board traction battery as well as overhead wires. But this bus is also "smart", boasting specially designed software that automatically gathers information on the route.
14 Sep 2018
Super cheap earth element to advance new battery tech to the industry
Most of today's batteries are made up of rare lithium mined from the mountains of South America. If the world depletes this source, then battery production could stagnate. Sodium is a very cheap and earth-abundant alternative to using lithium-ion batteries that is also known to turn purple and combust if exposed to water - even just water in the air.
13 Sep 2018
World's largest offshore wind farm officially unveiled
The world's largest operational offshore wind farm, Walney Extension, has been officially opened.
13 Sep 2018
Model can more naturally detect depression in conversations
In recent years, machine learning has been championed as a useful aid for diagnostics. Machine-learning models, for instance, have been developed that can detect words and intonations of speech that may indicate depression.
13 Sep 2018
Advanced textile based sensors
The collaboration will explore using additive manufacturing to build temperature and pressure sensors directly onto textiles.
13 Sep 2018
South Australia unveils details of $100 million battery scheme
From October this year, 40,000 South Australian households will have access to $100 million in State Government subsidies to pay for the installation of home battery systems.
13 Sep 2018
Theresa May will announce £106 million for R&D in green vehicles
UK Prime Minister Theresa May will announce £106 million for R&D in green vehicles, new batteries and low carbon technology.
Background
12 Sep 2018
Tongtai
Tongtai is an equipment manufacturer based in Taiwan. IDTechEx analyst Nadia Tsao stopped by the Tongtai booth at the Taiwan International 3D Printing Show 2018.
12 Sep 2018
Life Sciences featured at the IDTechEx Show! Nov 14-15, CA
Independent analyst company, IDTechEx, will be highlighting life sciences with a selection of healthcare presentations at the forthcoming IDTechEx Show!, Nov 14-15 in CA.
12 Sep 2018
Life Sciences featured at the IDTechEx Show! Nov 14-15, CA
Independent analyst company, IDTechEx, will be highlighting life sciences with a selection of healthcare presentations at the forthcoming IDTechEx Show!, Nov 14-15 in CA.
12 Sep 2018
Life Sciences featured at the IDTechEx Show! Nov 14-15, CA
Independent analyst company, IDTechEx, will be highlighting life sciences with a selection of healthcare presentations at the forthcoming IDTechEx Show!, Nov 14-15 in CA.
12 Sep 2018
Walmart Canada 100 percent alternatively powered vehicles by 2028
Walmart Canada announced plans to power its fleet using 100 per cent alternative power by 2028. To meet that goal, the company has announced plans to acquire an additional 30 Tesla 18-wheeler semi-trucks, building on its original order of 10 trucks in November 2017.
12 Sep 2018
Omnidirectional wind turbine wins Dyson Award
A truly-omnidirectional, single-axis wind turbine especially suitable for apartment buildings facing chaotic winds in urban environments.
12 Sep 2018
Transparent conductive films: always a step behind the curve?
ITO alternative (TCFs) are no longer a young technology. They have been in the semi commercial mode for more than a decade and half. In that time, they have often come tantalising close to success, and in some instances, even carved out niche markets. Yet, they are still hoping for that great breakthrough. So why has the commercialization process been prolonged for so long?
12 Sep 2018
Using biosensors to deliver personalized doses of antibiotics
A team has come up with a portable biosensor that can measure the amount of vancomycin in a patient's blood stream, enabling doctors to better control the dosage and reduce harmful side effects. Their technology could eventually be used for other antibiotics as well.
12 Sep 2018
Webinar Tuesday 25 September - Electric two-wheelers: the EV underdog?
IDTechEx will be hosting a free webinar on Tuesday 25 September titled Electric two-wheelers: the EV underdog?
12 Sep 2018
Webinar Thursday 20 September - Smart City Opportunities
IDTechEx will be hosting a free webinar on Thursday 20 September titled Smart City Opportunities.