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Scalable 100% yield production of conductive graphene inks

Conductive inks based on graphene and layered materials are key for low-cost manufacturing of flexible electronics, novel energy solutions, composites and coatings. A new method for liquid-phase exfoliation of graphite paves the way for scalable production.

Indoor security robots

Indoor robots for security are designed to work alongside human guards to provide better security than people can do alone.

Aether Inc.

IDTechEx analyst Nadia Tsao interviewed Aether CEO Ryan Franks on March 2, 2017. Aether is currently shipping in beta, and aims to provide a highly versatile 3D bioprinter for an affordable price.

BioSolar focuses on driving down lithium-ion battery prices

BioSolar Inc, a developer of breakthrough energy storage technology and materials, has further described its plan to help drive down the cost of lithium-ion batteries.

A rose to store energy

In November 2015, the research group presented results showing that they had caused roses to absorb a conducting polymer solution. Conducting hydrogel formed in the rose's stem in the form of wires. With an electrode at each end and a gate in the middle, a fully functional transistor was created.

CVD Graphene: an ongoing technology development with high potential

IDTechEx has invited a series of industrial players and leader active in graphene commercialization to contribute their opinions about the state of the technology and markets.

Energy Harvesting: prospects in 2017

Is 2017 going to be a year of finally switching speeds for energy harvesting?

Physiological changes tracked moment to moment

Sweating it out on a treadmill, or racing to finish a half marathon, a runner might risk a potentially dangerous buildup of electrolytes in their blood.

PLA formulation for 3D filament offers heat and impact resistance

NatureWorks has introduced Ingeo™ 3D870, a new cost-effective grade for 3D filament manufacturers looking for innovative means of expanding sales into the industrial prototyping and additive manufacturing market.

Conductive Ink Markets 2017-2027

This new report by IDTechEx provides the most comprehensive and authoritative view of the conductive inks and paste market, giving detailed ten-year market forecasts segmented by application and material type.

Getting more from DEGs

Dielectric elastomer generators are an emerging technology for the conversion of mechanical into electrical energy using smart materials rather than parts grinding together.

Next generation of nuclear robots will go where none have gone before

The cost of cleaning up the UK's existing nuclear facilities has been estimated to be between £95 billion and £219 billion over the next 120 years or so. The harsh conditions within these facilities means that human access is highly restricted and much of the work will need to be completed by robots.

Looking for the next leap in rechargeable batteries

Researchers may have just found a solution for one of the biggest stumbling blocks to the next wave of rechargeable batteries — small enough for cellphones and powerful enough for cars.

IDTechEx Printed Electronics Europe on track to break new records

Printed Electronics Europe, now in its 13th year, will be held in Berlin, Germany on May 10 - 11 2017. The event, hosted by industry analysts IDTechEx, distinguishes itself due to its focus on the commercialisation of the technology, with insights from some of the World's biggest end user companies on their needs and progress.

Hydronium-ion battery presents opportunity

A new type of battery developed by scientists shows promise for sustainable, high-power energy storage. It's the world's first battery to use only hydronium ions as the charge carrier.

Low-cost EOD Robot

More than 4500 km2 in Cambodia are contaminated with explosive remnants of war, which has significantly affected Cambodia in a number of ways.

Energy-collecting windows is one step closer to reality

Researchers are bringing the dream of windows that can efficiently collect solar energy one step closer to reality thanks to high-tech silicon nanoparticles.

An on/off-road, full-suspension electric folding bike

MOAR is a new fat ebike design on the market with both front and rear suspensions.

Tricky landing uses fuzzy logic

The buzzword in drone research is autonomous — having the unmanned aerial vehicle do most or all of its own flying.

3D printed Oscars statuettes

In 2015 the Academy sought to return to the original process of lost wax cast bronze for reasons of tradition and quality.