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Primo1D

Founded in 2013 in Grenoble as a CEA-Leti spin-off, Primo1D embeds passive UHF RFID chips in its patented E-Thread™ yarn, giving garments, work-wear and other textiles an invisible, durable digital ID; CEO Boris Vigaud outlined the roadmap in a recent IDTechEx interview.

Emerging Extraction Technologies for Under-Radar Oil and Gas Reserves

One solution to growing economic uncertainty, energy price increases, and fuel uncertainty may be turning towards oil and gas reserves that have previously been untapped. This article covers technologies including carbon dioxide enhanced oil recovery and gas separation membranes.

Will More OEMs Drive the Fuel Cell Car Market Upwards?

As battery technology rapidly advances in cost, performance, and reliability, fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) are struggling to gain market traction. While FCEVs are seen as ideal for long-haul trucking, they aim to break into the larger passenger car market. IDTechEx explores their potential in this space by examining automaker strategies, past trends, and tech comparisons

Data Centers, AI, and Efficiency - IDTechEx Covers Memory and Storage

There is an increasing need for efficient and scalable storage, necessary to keep up with the increasing demands of data storage that is becoming more prevalent each year. This article covers developments and demand for data centers, AI, and edge computing.

Hanon Systems: R744 and R290

Hanon Systems has developed R744 and R290 components for automotive applications. IDTechEx spoke to Hanon to learn more about its products and which approach it thinks will be more promising.

3D Woven Thermal Protection - Weaving the Future of Space Exploration

3D weaving is emerging as one of the cutting-edge options for spacecraft thermal protection. Could these technologies mark a significant breakthrough and a paradigm shift in the field of thermal protection systems?

New Report: Thermal Management for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging

The new market report "Thermal Management for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging 2026-2036: Technologies, Markets, and Opportunities" provides critical market intelligence on the power and thermal management challenges of advanced semiconductor packaging (2.5D and 3D), novel thermal materials, and the trend of liquid cooling solutions.

Impinj

Founded in 2000, Impinj is a leading provider of RAIN RFID technology and solutions that enable wireless item-to-cloud connectivity for billions of physical objects. The company went public in 2016 and generated US$366 million in revenue in 2024. It specializes in endpoint tag ICs and reader ICs, which form the foundation of passive UHF (RAIN) RFID systems. IDTechEx spoke to Matt Branda, a Vice President at Impinj, to gain insights into the company's strategy and roadmap.

USound MEMS Speakers

USound GmbH is an Austrian company developing piezoelectric MEMS speakers, where it uses a mechanical decoupling of the piezoelectric motor and the silicon diaphragm to achieve greater sound pressure levels (SPLs) at low frequencies, a key challenge with MEMS speakers.

The Rise of Collaborative Robots: Technical and Commercial Insights

Collaborative robots (cobots), driven by AI, machine vision, and modular designs, are revolutionizing smart factories by enhancing human-robot collaboration, achieving 95%+ accuracy in tasks, and targeting a US$29.8 billion market by 2035.

New Webinar: Transforming Renewable Energy with Advanced Composites

Webinar: Stronger, Lighter, Greener: Transforming Renewable Energy with Advanced Composites Date: Thursday 17 July 2025 Presenter: Maia Benstead, Technology Analyst, IDTechEx

A Future of Sunlight-Powered Cars and Hydrogen-Fuelled Planes

Nuclei and sun-powered vehicles, emission-free data center ecosystems, and hydrogen-fuelled planes are just some of the potential building blocks of a cleaner energy future. This article explores the future possibilities of developing energy technologies.

Ateios Systems

Ateios Systems is an American company producing PFAS-free UV-cured and energy-cured binders for Li-ion cells.

Innovations in White Biotechnology and Bioplastics

White biotechnology refers to the use of biological systems for the industrial production of bio-based products, aiming to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and lower the carbon footprint of materials. This article covers main feedstocks and the molecules made via white biotechnology.

Natrion

Natrion is an American producer of a novel solid separator for batteries. IDTechEx spoke to Natrion about its technology and potential applications of it.

How Tariffs & Regulation Impact Li-ion Battery Recycling in US & EU

Li-ion battery (LIB) recyclers have continued to gather large volumes of new funding, form new strategic partnerships, and commission large-scale facilities over the last few years. This article explores how tariffs and policy changes may affect the US market and analyzes the likelihood of EU LIB recyclers and automotive OEMs reaching minimum recycled contents targets as mandated by the EU Battery Regulation.

Brand New IDTechEx Market Report: Next-Generation MEMS 2026-2036

This US$15 billion industry has grown and reached maturity in many sectors, but what are the technologies on the horizon that could be the next big leap forward for MEMS? This brand-new report by IDTechEx focuses on the cutting-edge next-generation MEMS technologies that are preparing to disrupt the industry, highlighting 3 key areas

Avery Dennison

Founded in 1935, Avery Dennison is a global materials science company and the largest provider of RFID inlays and intelligent labelling, holding more than 1,500 patents and pending patent applications related to RFID and intelligent labeling technologies. The company operates in over 50 countries and employs more than 35,000 people. In 2024, it generated US$8.3 billion in revenue. The Solutions Group, which includes the company's RFID operations, accounted for US$2.7 billion, or 31 percent of the total. IDTechEx spoke to Michiel Arends, Director of Strategy at Avery Dennison, to gain insights into the company's strategic direction, growth priorities, and outlook for RFID adoption across key sectors.

The Growing Landscape of Metal-Organic Frameworks Explored by IDTechEx

Carbon capture presents opportunities for MOFs in both point source and direct air capture which are necessary for meeting net zero goals. This article explores the different applications for MOFs, and their production processes.

A Future of Fusion - IDTechEx Covers Nuclear Fusion

Nuclear fusion describes a reaction that takes place in which two or more atomic nuclei are fused to form one or more nuclei and some neutrons, and could provide continuous green energy. This article explores the processes, market drivers, and landscape of fusion energy.