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Artificial heart pumps human waste to power future robots

A new device that may be capable of pumping human waste into the 'engine room' of a self-sustaining robot has been created by a group of researchers.

Lockheed Martin

This profile examines the perspectives and requirements of Lockheed Martin as an end-user of 3D printing. The current uses of 3D printing within the company are discussed and its plans for the future with this technology are detailed.

Boeing

This profile summaries the 3D printing activities of aerospace giant Boeing. It details where Boeing sees the value of 3D printing, and the developments is would like to see for the future.

Sandvik

This profile considers the supply of metal powders to the 3D printing industry by the large materials manufacturer Sandvik. The strengths and potential weaknesses of the company within the 3D printing industry are considered and the value of its product offering assessed.

SME driving EV technology development in Europe

At Supercapacitors USA in Santa Clara on 21 November, IDTechEx will present on this topic and as part of the INTRASME consortia will explain how the overall electric vehicle industry is being developed in Europe, what is the role of SMEs and present relevant cases of innovation by European SMEs.

Wireless device converts lost energy into electric power

Using inexpensive materials configured and tuned to capture microwave signals, researchers have designed a power-harvesting device with efficiency similar to that of modern solar panels.

Industry's most precise indoor location and communication CMOS chip

DecaWave has announced its first single chip of the ScenSor wireless technology family DW1000, which makes indoor location and communications more accurate, cost-effective and power-efficient than ever before.

Harnessing acoustic vibrations boosts solar cell efficiency

UK researchers have shown how solar cell efficiency can be boosted by up to 50% by harnessing acoustic vibrations in the environment, including those caused by roof-top machinery, traffic and even pop music.

Organic lights and solar cells straight from the printer

Flickering façades, curved monitors, flashing clothing, fluorescent wallpaper, flexible solar cells - and all printable.

Opportunities for organic solar cells and dye-sensitized solar cells

The Printed Electronics and Energy Harvesting & Storage USA 2013 events bring together leading players who are developing and commercializing the third-generation of photovoltaic technologies, including organic photovoltaics and dye-sensitised solar cells.

The IDTechEx Market Intelligence Portal grows rapidly

Annual subscriptions to the IDTechEx Market Intelligence Portal provide online access to in-depth market intelligence and independent analysis throughout the year.

Partnership on new all-electric school bus

New all-electric Type A school buses will hit the road in 2014, due to a collaboration between Trans Tech Bus, and Motiv Power Systems.

A flexible battery made with carbon nanotubes

Researchers have developed a flexible battery made with carbon nanotubes that could potentially power electronic devices with flexible displays.

The RFID Market and the Opportunity for Printed Electronics (2)

In the previous article we looked at the size of the RFID market and how printed electronics was impacting the manufacturing of antennas for RFID tags. In this article, IDTechEx explores the latest progress in replacing the silicon chip in an RFID tag.

ITRI and Komori announce new fine-line printing technology

ITRI and Komori International recently announced a completely new fine-line printing technology that replaces the need of seven different pieces of equipment with a single direct-printing station.

Ford recalls 2600 Focus Electric cars for potential power loss

Ford Motor Co is recalling 2,618 Focus Electric cars because of potential loss of power to the wheels while driving.

Brammo

Brammo is an Oregon, USA based electric motorbike manufacturer with high brand awareness in the USA and increasingly more in Europe. The company has kicked off sales in the new segment in 2012. They are planning to design an electric racing car in 2015.

Enhancing solar cells with heat

Researchers recently demonstrated a photonic-crystal based thermophotovoltaic system, which converts heat to electricity.

Invesco funds invest additional $24 million in Thinfilm

Thin Film Electronics ASA has announced that funds managed by Invesco Asset Management Limited have agreed to acquire 46,666,666 shares in the Company at a subscription price of NOK 3.00 per share totaling NOK 140 million (USD $24 million).

Chrylsler Group to develop advanced electric and hybrid power trains

hrysler Group LLC has entered a 5-year, $18.2 million partnership with McMaster University, with funding support from the Canadian government, to develop next-generation, energy-efficient, high-performance electrified powertrains and powertrain components.