Sensors

ATT are developing active battery monitoring systems that utilize printed heaters and temperature sensors. IDTechEx caught up with Business Development Manager Christian Kussmann at LOPEC 2024.

BeFC is a France-based startup producing bioenzymatic fuel cells, as a thin, printed, eco-friendly energy option.

This premium article discusses the early-stage applications of metal-organic frameworks (MOF).

CeNTI (Centre for Nanotechnology and Smart Materials) is a private non-profit R&D institute located in the north of Portugal. The institute focuses on research, technological development, innovation, and engineering in the fields of smart and functional materials and systems.

IDTechEx recently attended the LOPEC 2024 conference and exhibition in Munich, Germany on 5-7th March. This premium article discusses the applications for printed and flexible sensors presented and exhibited at the event.

Thursday 11 April 2024 - An overview of key printed and flexible sensor technologies and printed sensor material requirements? A critical evaluation of historic printed sensor market successes and shortcomings? Evolving and emerging trends and commercial use cases of printed and flexible sensors? Market opportunities and market forecast overview?

In-cabin monitoring, comprising both Driver Monitoring System (DMS) and Occupancy Monitoring System (OMS), has experienced significant growth since the start of 2024. Traditionally, DMS relies on 2D infrared cameras, while OMS utilizes 3D sensing modules like 3D time-of-flight (ToF) cameras or radar modules.

Skinos Co Ltd is developing a wearable, wrist-based hydration sensor.

In March, the printed electronics industry flocked to Munich once again for the LOPEC 2024 conference and exhibition. Featured were some of the latest printed electronics technologies addressing global mega-trends such as vehicle electrification, healthcare personalization, industry 4.0, and sustainability.

Tess Skyrme, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, interviewed CEO John Levy to get an update on SEEQC.

Innovation map of the emerging opportunities for multifunctional hybrid sensors.

Sensors are vital in modern life. They measure a vast quantity of metrics and parameters, acting as the interface between the physical and digital worlds. Printed sensors can be produced in large areas on flexible substrates, reducing costs and unlocking new market opportunities. The new IDTechEx report, "Printed and Flexible Sensors 2024-2034: Technologies, Players, Markets", breaks down key trends by technology approach - highlighting both opportunities and challenges for the industry forecast to reach US$960 million by 2034.

Innovation map for the market overview of printed piezoresistive sensors and roadmap of the automotive sector.

Tess Skyrme, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, caught up with Founder of XeedQ Gopi Balasubramanian. XeedQ is a diamond N-V center-based quantum computer hardware company based in Germany.

NEC Corp are a global multinational, headquartered in Japan. IDTechEx spoke with Ryota Yuge (Senior Principal Researcher) regarding carbon nanohorns.

TracXon are a very early stage company (founded summer 2022) that aim to be a contract manufacturer for flexible hybrid electronics (FHE).

With the shift towards electric vehicles, end-users are becoming less concerned about traditional differentiators like engine horsepower and are placing greater emphasis on smart interior functions. This trend is compelling automotive OEMs to invest more efforts in enhancing interior features, thereby adding greater value to their products and distinguishing them from other vehicles.

This premium article explores metal organic framework (MOF) manufacturing methods and pricing considerations.