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Rolls-Royce and Google Cloud to help make autonomous ships a reality

Rolls-Royce has signed a deal with Google to develop further its intelligent awareness systems which are making existing vessels safer and are essential to making autonomous ships a reality.

Mitsubishi e-Evolution concept

A new-generation high-performance all-electric crossover SUV, and it allows a glimpse of Mitsubishi Motors future.

Graphene update: developments in China

IDTechEx analyst Khasha Ghaffarzadeh attended the Graphene China event in Nanjing to learn more about graphene production which has been shifting towards China.

Thermoelectric developments continue

Despite a speed up of electrification which is bad news for thermoelectric based waste heat recovery in internal combustion engines, not all has been bad for this energy harvesting technology.

Unique composite-based additive manufacturing method

Impossible Objects has announced it raised a $6.4 million Series A investment. With this latest round, Impossible Objects has raised a total of more than $9 million.

Biodegradable electronics

Under the direction of the Fraunhofer Institute for Organic Electronics, Electron Beam and Plasma Technology FEP, an in-house Fraunhofer project for development of biodegradable electronics was begun last year.

Salmon DNA for biomedical devices

Using DNA from salmon, researchers hope to make better biomedical and other photonic devices based on organic thin films.

Renault Energy Services to specialise in energy and electric mobility

Groupe Renault is pleased to announce the creation of Renault Energy Services. The aim of this new subsidiary is to have an active presence in the energy and smart grid sectors, both of which are fundamental to the expansion of electric mobility.

How many robots does it take to screw in a light bulb?

How many robots does it take to screw in a light bulb? The answer: just one, assuming you're talking about a new robotic gripper developed by engineers.

Novel circuit design boosts wearable thermoelectric generators

Using flexible conducting polymers and novel circuitry patterns printed on paper, researchers have demonstrated proof-of-concept wearable thermoelectric generators that can harvest energy from body heat to power simple biosensors for measuring heart rate, respiration or other factors.

Three ways nanotechnology gas sensors will improve our lives

Nanotechnology gas sensors are paving the way to better health and quality of life using the power of knowledge, awareness and prevention. This article explores three real-world examples that show how nano gas sensors will impact our lives.

Spotlight on Standard Graphene Inc.

STANDARD GRAPHENE, headquartered in Ulsan city, Republic of Korea, is a company specializing in Graphene.

Flexible sensors can detect movement in GI tract

Researchers have built a flexible sensor that can be rolled up and swallowed. Upon ingestion, the sensor adheres to the stomach wall or intestinal lining, where it can measure the rhythmic contractions of the digestive tract.

First fully autonomous rail journey in Western Australia

Rio Tinto has successfully completed the first fully autonomous rail journey at its iron ore operations in the Pilbara region of Western Australia as the company progresses toward full commissioning of the AutoHaul® project in late 2018.

Smart crossing prototype unveiled in London

Direct Line and Saatchi & Saatchi London have revealed an innovative prototype pedestrian crossing aimed at reducing traffic and pedestrian accidents.

Advanced features on this consumer based 3D printer

Cubibot introduced their 3D Printer at the IDTechEx Show! Berlin 2017

Commercialisation of AWE

Some findings from the new IDTechEx report, "Airborne Wind Energy 2017-2027"

Reality AI announces availability of Starter Kit

Reality AI announces the availability of starter kit based on Cross Domain Development Kit (XDK) from Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions. It enables fast development of solutions based on accelerometry and vibration, including wearables for people and predictive maintenance for machines.

First ever electronic passenger information service in Kuwait

End-to-end solution from Papercast features industry-first solar powered e-paper technology for the GCC states.

Measuring fuel cell printing at a fast clip

If you're wondering when a hydrogen-powered car will become a viable option for you, take heart. A team may have overcome a significant hurdle to manufacturing hydrogen fuel cells by creating a way to check whether the expensive catalysts the cells need have been incorporated quickly and effectively.