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New electric torque vectoring technology

Automakers are test-driving a new torque-vectoring electric drive system by GKN Automotive that will make hybrid vehicles more efficient and dynamic.

Unmatched Insights at IDTechEx Printed Electronics Europe in Berlin

Europe's largest event on printed, flexible and organic electronics, Printed Electronics Europe 2016, hosted by IDTechEx in Berlin on April 27-28 features over 226 speakers from 30 countries. The speaker programme has been designed by IDTechEx analysts embedded in the industry cherry picking the biggest brands and most innovative technology developments from around the world.

New material to enhance battery life

A key element of the Li-ion batteries limiting its capacity is a material used for its cathode

New AXIOM dual extruder 3D printer

Arwolf 3D has unveiled the AXIOM 2, a new professional dual extruder 3D printer targeted at advanced 3D printing applications.

Flexible Haptics in Smartwatch wristbands by Novasentis

Video Interview from the IDTechEx Wearable USA event.

Dubec Motors launches EV on crowdfunding site

Dubuc Motors will launch its electric supercar, the Tomahawk, on an equity crowdfunding platform, StartEngine.

First wrist-worn, conformable OLCD for wearable applications

FlexEnable is showcasing a full colour, conformable organic LCD curved into a smartwatch form factor, the 0.3mm thick display component demonstrates how mainstream wearables can be brought to life with displays and sensors using flexible electronics.

From allergens to anodes: pollen derived battery electrodes

Pollens, the bane of allergy sufferers, could represent a boon for battery makers: Recent research has suggested their potential use as anodes in lithium-ion batteries.

IDTechEx Interview with RheoSense at Printed Electronics USA

Interview with RheoSense, Inc. at the Printed Electronics USA event.

Africa's first solar bus

Kiira Motors Corporation (KMC), a Ugandan state-owned vehicle manufacturing company that launched an electric car named Kiira EV last year, has unveiled what it says is Africa's first solar-powered bus.

Woodford Investment Management Invests USD 42 million in Thin Film

Thin Film Electronics ASA has announced that Woodford Investment Management has agreed to acquire 120,000,000 new shares in Thinfilmin a private placement at a subscription price of NOK 3.00 per share totalling NOK 360,000,000 (USD 42 million).

Novel synthesis method opens up new possibilities for Li-ion batteries

New novel materials are being developed for next generation Li-ion batteries. One promising anode-cathode material pair is lithium titanate countered by lithium iron phosphate.

Global certification framework for metal 3D printed parts

Lloyd's Register has launched its goal-based additive manufacturing guidance notes to industry, giving operators and manufacturers in the energy and marine industries confidence in metallic equipment and components produced using additive manufacturing.

Are petrol prices affecting the electrification of industrial vehicles

Are petrol prices affecting the electrification of industrial electric vehicles? IDTechEx says the best is yet to come! This article aims to provide a guide on how the new dynamics of petrol prices is affecting electric vehicles in general and industrial electric vehicles specifically.

News from China

IDTechEx interviews have established that the move to 48V mild hybrids as the most affordable way to meet impending 2025 and 2030 emissions regulations very much embraces Chinese industry which already offers the key component, the Torque Assist Reversing Alternator TARA also known by other names.

Lithium battery component found to harm key soil microorganism

The material at the heart of the lithium ion batteries that power electric vehicles, laptop computers and smartphones has been shown to impair a key soil bacterium, according to research.

Bumpy liquid films could simplify fabrication of microlenses

Have you ever noticed that when heated a film of oil in a pan doesn't remain completely flat? Instead, it forms a wavy pattern that resembles the exterior of an orange. These sorts of deformations inspired a group of researchers to explore whether they could be used to improve and streamline microfabrication processes.

Optomec partners with DETEKT to expand additive manufacturing in Asia

Optomec has announced it signed a distribution agreement with DETEKT Technologies Inc to expand sales of its LENS and Aerosol Jet systems in Asia.

Wearable robot transforms musicians into three-armed drummers

Researchers have built a wearable robotic limb that allows drummers to play with three arms. The two-foot long "smart arm" can be attached to a musician's shoulder. It responds to human gestures and the music it hears.

Interview with Henkel at the IDTechEx Printed Electronics USA Event

Video interview with Henkel at the IDTechEx Printed Electronics USA Event.