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Boston Dynamics' Stretch Robot Now Available for Commercial Purchase

Stretch is a versatile, mobile robot that unloads floor-loaded trailers and containers for safer and more efficient warehouse operations. The robot works with a wide range of package types and sizes, from standard brown to highly graphical boxes, and can handle cases up to 50 pounds. With advanced mobility and a footprint the size of a pallet, Stretch is built to maneuver in and out of trucks and tight spaces in a warehouse.

Scania Puts Electric Trucks in LKAB Mine in Northern Sweden

An electric Scania Heavy Tipper will operate in the LKAB mine in Malmberget, in northern Sweden, alongside an electric crane truck specially adapted for these mining operations. This customer close development gives Scania a chance to test and operate fully electric trucks in a demanding underground mine environment.

Ørsted, ATP and Partners Present Concept for North Sea Energy Island

The North Sea Energy Island consists of a small artificial island, which can be expanded with flexible modules that can be added and replaced as required. The modules are built onshore and connected to the North Sea Energy Island, meaning that the island can easily be upgraded to accommodate more than the 10 GW of offshore wind power that is Denmark's current ambition.

Stretchable and Printable Free-Form Lithium-Ion Batteries

A Korean research team has developed a soft, mechanically deformable, and stretchable lithium battery which can be used in the development of wearable devices, and examined the battery's feasibility by printing them on clothing surfaces.

PolyIC

PolyIC are a division of Kurz and have had success commercializing its transparent conductive film for backlit touch-sensitive automotive controls. IDTechEx caught up with CEO Wolfgang Clemens at LOPEC 2022 to find out about the latest developments and why this technology has beaten in-mold electronics to commercial adoption in the automotive sector.

Neotech-AMT

Neotech-AMT produces equipment for both partially and fully additive 3D electronics. IDTechEx caught up with CEO Martin Hedges at LOPEC 2022 to learn about the latest developments.

Hyperspectral Imaging for Super-Human Vision

Presentation given by Dr Matthew Dyson, Senior Technology Analyst at IDTechEx, at the Vision Innovation Forum in March 2022.

Jet Metal

Jet Metal is an established spray metallization company that has developed a method for patterning conductive traces on 3D surfaces. IDTechEx caught up with Jet Metal at the LOPEC 2022 conference.

Derq: AI-Powered City Traffic Infrastructure

Derq uses its artificial intelligence (AI) software to power next-generation analytics and vehicle to anything (V2X) applications using existing traffic installations and infrastructure. Derq's analytics have benefitted 13 cities so far, while its V2X applications are currently being trialled by robotaxi pilot programs in Dubai and Las Vegas.

Self-Standing Mesoporous Silicon Film can Power Lithium-Ion Batteries

Battery researchers have developed a self-standing mesoporous silicon (Si) film anode for lithium-ion batteries. This film electrode does not need carbon additives and binders to connect particles like typical slurry-based electrodes, but it still exhibits excellent battery performance. The success of this electrode design provides an efficient strategy for achieving high energy density lithium-ion batteries.

Smart Bandage Releases Medication as Soon as Infection Starts

A bandage that releases medication as soon as an infection starts in a wound could treat injuries more efficiently. Researchers are currently working on polymer fibers that soften as soon as the environment heats up due to an infection, thereby releasing antimicrobial drugs.

Ybrain

Ybrain are a South Korea-based company focused on brain healthcare. They're aiming to commercialise technology to build a mental healthcare platform and want to provide accessible, effective treatment to treat brain disorders.

Hummink

Hummink has developed an innovative method of depositing extremely fine metal traces using capillary forces from a very fine nozzle. IDTechEx caught up with the early-stage company at LOPEC 2022 to find out more.

AI and Robotics Uncover Hidden Signatures of Parkinson's Disease

A study unveils a new platform for discovering cellular signatures of disease that integrates robotic systems for studying patient cells with artificial intelligence methods for image analysis. Using their automated cell culture platform, scientists at the successfully identify new cellular hallmarks of Parkinson's disease by creating and profiling over a million images of skin cells from a cohort of 91 patients and healthy controls.

Offshore Wind Farm Could Supply Over 11% of New Zealand's Electricity

Subject to feasibility, an initial planned 1GW development would represent over 11 per cent of New Zealand's current electricity demand capacity and could power over 650,000 homes. The partners believe the project could later expand to 2GW, helping to meet strong projected growth in demand for electricity in New Zealand.

Enjet

Enjet is an early-stage South Korean firm that supplies electrohydrodynamic printers. At LOPEC 2022, it demonstrated multi-nozzle MEMS (micro electromechanical systems) print heads capable of combining high throughput with high resolution.

Smallhold

Smallhold is a US-based distributed farming company producing vertically farmed specialty mushrooms, having been founded in 2017 by Andrew Carter and Adam DeMartino.

Leyland Trucks

Leyland Trucks, based in Leyland, UK, are a subsidiary of the American truck OEM, PACCAR group. Rob Lawton, Principle Engineer in Alternative Powertrains at Leyland, provided details on Leyland's truck electrification work.

Advanced Electric Machines: Rare Earth-Free Motors

Advanced Electric Machines is a UK-based manufacturer of electric motors. Their unique selling point is the elimination of permanent magnets and copper windings. They have a motor design for commercial vehicles and another for the passenger car market. IDTechEx caught up with AEM to learn about their new progress and future plans.

Shockingly Fresh

Shockingly Fresh is a UK-based end-to-end site development company applying technology to sustainable farming projects. IDTechEx analyst Brendan Beh spoke with Shockingly Fresh business development director Nick Green on April 1st, 2022.