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Hybrid system designed to harvest 'full spectrum' of solar energy

A new concept could bring highly efficient solar power by combining three types of technologies that convert different parts of the light spectrum and also store energy for use after sundown.

A flexible future for today's technologies

Building highly complex flexible displays and X-ray detectors requires expertise in many areas.

Nissan and Eaton collaboration in developing energy storage solutions

The energy storage solution provides a second-life for Nissan electric vehicle batteries and in combination with Eaton's leading uninterruptible power supply capabilities, provides an industrialised energy control and storage solution for managing data centres.

Wearable tech trial to help fight diabetes

King's Health Partners and Buddi, a pioneering technology company, have joined forces to help prevent type 2 diabetes in those patients most at risk of developing the disease.

Army grant for energy harvesting backpack

By using innovative technology designed by researchers, soldiers will soon have a lighter, more energy-efficient load to bear.

Prototype high-performance electric vehicle debuts in Rio de Janeiro

Nissan Motor Co Ltd has unveiled the working prototype of its futuristic BladeGlider vehicle, combining zero-emissions with high-performance in a revolutionary sports car design.

Common soil bacteria creates nano sized conductive wires

Scientists have genetically modified a common soil bacteria to create electrical wires that not only conduct electricity, but are thousands of times thinner than a human hair.

Solid batteries improve safety

Researchers have developed a lithium-ion battery made entirely of solid material: it contains neither liquids nor gels.

Researchers resolve problem that has been holding back technology

Imagine an electronic newspaper that you could roll up and spill your coffee on, even as it updated itself before your eyes. It's an example of the technological revolution that has been waiting to happen, except for one major problem that, until now, scientists have not been able to resolve.

Self-shading windows developed

A team of researchers at MIT has developed a new way of making windows that can switch from transparent to opaque, potentially saving energy by blocking sunlight on hot days and thus reducing air-conditioning costs.

Unmanned surface vehicle crosses an ocean on solar power alone

SeaCharger completes journey from California to Hawaii on sunlight alone.

IDTechEx to Give Keynote at Display Innovation Taiwan Conference 2016

IDTechEx Research, a leading provider of independent market research, business intelligence and events on emerging technology announces that Dr. Khasha Ghaffarzadeh will be a keynote speaker at the Display Innovation Taiwan Conference 2016.

Financing to expand global 3D printing marketplace

3D Hubs, the world's largest online marketplace for 3D printing services, has announced the completion of its Series B financing, totaling $7 million.

Guinness World Record for most efficient electric vehicle

After one year of preparation the TUfast Eco Team achieved their goal: "most efficient electric vehicle."

Smart electronics for smart clothing

At the center of the development is an electronic system that is responsive to movements without losing its functionality. The system comprises a flexible and formable film made of thermoplastic polyurethane.

PragmatIC awarded grant to develop production equipment

PragmatIC has been awarded €1.6 million funding under the European Union's Horizon 2020 SME Instrument programme, for development of its FlexLogIC equipment announced in April.

Flex - Fashion and Apparel division

IDTechEx interviewed the Director of Fashion and Apparel at Flex, who leads a team developing manufacturing capabilities to serve future wearable technology products.

Breakthrough in 3D printing enables micron-scale smart structures

Optomec today announced its Aerosol Jet Technology can enable 3D polymer and composite structures to be printed at the micron scale with embedded electronics.

Mercedes 48V mild hybrids from 2017

As detailed in the IDTechEx report, Mild Hybrid 48V Vehicles 2016-2031, this option will become a huge business from 2017 as Ford, Hyundai, Bentley, Volkswagen, Audi, Geely and many others adopt them as the most cost-effective way of meeting 2025 and 2030 carbon dioxide emissions regulations while sharply improving economy - even improving performance in some respects.

Images reveal battery materials' chemical reactions in five dimensions

Researchers have created a new imaging technique that allows scientists to probe the internal makeup of a battery during charging and discharging using different x-ray energies while rotating the battery cell.