TyroMotion GmbH (AT)

Webinar: Silicon Anode Batteries - Poised for Expansion

Tuesday 17 December 2024 - Introduction into the Li-ion market and silicon anode technology; Discussion of key silicon anode technologies and developments; Overview of the silicon anode market; Key conclusions and takeaways

NIQS Technology Ltd

NIQS Technology Ltd is developing a non-invasive glucose sensor using quantum sensing/imaging techniques.

Alpitronic: DC Fast Chargers

Alpitronic, based in Bolzano, Italy, specialises in high-power DC fast charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs). Known for its Hypercharger series, Alpitronic provides scalable, reliable charging stations from 50 kW to 400 kW, suited for public, commercial, and fleet applications. With a focus on durability, easy maintenance, and user-friendly interfaces, Alpitronic has established a strong reputation in the European market and continues to expand its presence internationally.

Polariton Technologies

Polariton Technologies develops plasmonic electro-optic modulators (EOMs) using silicon photonics, enabling devices that are up to 500 times smaller, ten times more power-efficient, and faster than conventional photonic technologies. Its solutions target high-performance applications in optical communications, data centres, and quantum technologies.

Hydrogen Engines: Narrowing Window of Adoption in the Commercial World

If H2ICE offers significant emissions reductions, can be done quickly, and does not compromise on performance and range (essential metrics for commercial vehicles), then what is holding it back?

Mercedes-Benz Electric Vans

Mercedes-Benz has been at the forefront of the automotive industry's transition to electrification. In recent years, the company has heavily invested in a dedicated lineup of electric vans, catering to both commercial and passenger needs.

Xavveo: A Photonics-Based Paradigm Shift for Radar

Radar is a well-established sensor used across the automotive industry. Its major drawback has been resolution, with tier-ones and startups creating new technologies to improve performance. But, efforts so far have mostly been expanding on the same premise. Xavveo has come to the party with a ground-up rethinking of what automotive radar can be.

Lactips

Lactips manufactures a biodegradable, water soluble, casein-derived biopolymer primarily for packaging applications. IDTechEx spoke with Lactips to learn more about its product.

Permanent Magnet and WRSM - IDTechEx Explores EV Motors

Permanent magnet (PM) motors have dominated the BEV market for years and continue to do so, providing the best efficiency and power density for a variety of EV applications. Magnet-free wound rotor synchronous motors (WRSM) are a primary alternative to PM motors, with adoption seen from players like Renaut and BMW, while induction motors are useful for short acceleration bouts in dual motor vehicles as they are low cost and have no rolling drag when not in use.

JIVA Materials Limited

JIVA Materials Limited was founded in 2017 and has developed a water-soluble PCB. Kevin Belgrove, Business Development Manager, met IDTechEx Technology Analyst Thomas Bithell at Electronica 2024.

Upcoming Webinar on Commercializing Autonomous Vehicles

Monday 9 December 2024 - Commercializing Autonomous Vehicles: Robotaxis, Robobuses and Robotrucks; Case studies of key robotaxi players and their deployments; Analysis of robotaxi testing, performance, and deployments; Outlook of how the robotaxi industry will grow and scale in coming years; Market outlook of key Roboshuttles, Autonomous Buses and Autonomous Truck players and their deployments; Analysis of Autonomous Truck TCO in different regions; Outlook of how the Roboshuttles, Autonomous Buses industry will grow and scale in coming years

Fraunhofer CAP

Fraunhofer CAP develops lasers and photonic systems for applications including energy, security, environment, sensing, space, life sciences, and quantum technologies.

Powercast

Powercast is a leading provider of long-range, power-over-distance wireless charging technology using broadcasted RF energy (radio waves) converted into DC power. This is applied to industrial and portable commercial devices and consumer electronics, along with functional RFID. IDTechEx interviewed Powercast at Sensors Converge 2024 in Santa Clara, USA.

Brineworks

Brineworks, based in Netherlands, is developing a novel seawater electrolyzer to combine carbon dioxide removal with green hydrogen production. The company is focused on e-fuel applications. In November 2024, IDTechEx Technology Analyst Eve Pope interviewed CEO Gudfinnur Sveinsson.

Prisma Renewable Composites

Prisma Renewable Composites is a materials innovation company that develops sustainable, bio-based composites derived from renewable resources like lignin. Its advanced materials offer eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastics and are used in various industries, including automotive, to promote sustainability and reduce dependency on fossil fuels.

Seloxium

Seloxium are a University of Oxford spin-out company whose technology recovers high-purity metals from their wastewater. Seloxium's Selectal™ technology is a chemical additive that selectively binds and precipitates valuable and precious metals from liquid solutions for recovery. IDTechEx spoke with Business Development Manager, Alejandro Navas, at the Materials Research Exchange 2024 in London, UK.

The Alternative Fuel Cell Technologies are Competing for Market Share

With growing interest into the integration of fuel cells for stationary power, many commercial players have chosen to adopt either proton exchange membrane (PEM) or solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC). However, alternative fuel cell technologies like alkaline fuel cells (AFCs), molten carbonate fuel cells (MCFCs), phosphoric acid fuel cells (PAFCs) and direct methanol fuel cells (DMFCs) still compete for market share.

Upcoming Webinar on Sustainable Material Trends in 2025

Friday 6 December 2024 - Sustainable Material Trends in 2025 for a Less Contaminated, More Circular World; PFAS Regulations and Alternatives for PFAS PFAS Water Treatment; Chemical Recycling of Plastics; Bioplastics

Pasqal

Pasqal is a neutral atom modality quantum computer hardware developer based in France.

Regulation is Reshaping the Electric LCV Landscape

As governments stretch to meet their Paris Agreement goals and other sustainability targets, global demand for light-duty road freight is set to more than double between 2020 and 2050. A growing global population, rising income levels, and a booming e-commerce industry all factor into this increase in demand.