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Microdisplay techology for smartglasses: Enabling the AR-VR revolution

If the buzz at the Consumer Electronics Show is any indication of things to come (and usually, it is), 2016 is expected to be the year of virtual reality (VR). Much anticipated VR headset launches, announcement of investment in enabling technologies, and developments of optimized components made virtual reality the words on everyone's lips at CES2016 in Las Vegas. IDTechEx detail and benchmark the key competing display technologies that will enable this revolution.

Battery shuts down at high temperatures and restarts when it cools

Researchers have developed the first lithium-ion battery that shuts down before overheating, then restarts immediately when the temperature cools.

3D printed robot locusts

A new miniature 3D printed robot is poised to make a major contribution to the field of advanced robotics.

Unveiling the nanotube's quantum behavior

The discovery of an important method for measuring the properties of nanotube materials using a microwave probe.

Hitachi Vehicle Energy, Ltd.

Hitachi Vehicle Energy, Ltd. established in 2004, is a company incorporated for the purpose of mainly developing and manufacturing of lithium-ion battery for automotive application through the capital investment of 3 Hitachi group companies, Hitachi, Ltd. Shin-Kobe Electric Machinery Co., Ltd. and Hitachi Maxell, Ltd.

HZO Waterproofs Electronic Devices: Interview at the IDTechEx Show!

Interview with HZO at the IDTechEx Wearable USA event.

Enhanced printed electronics capability

A specialist system designed for the high speed photonic curing of printed electronics inks.

New efficiency record with dual-junction solar cell

Scientists have jointly set a new world record for converting non-concentrated (1-sun) sunlight into electricity using a dual-junction III-V/Si solar cell.

A new way to print 3D metals and alloys

A team of engineers has created a new way to print three-dimensional metallic objects using rust and metal powders.

Adaptable multi-purpose robotic platform for the agricultural industry

The Bonirob robot, which is approximately the size of a compact car, uses video- and lidar-based positioning as well as satellite navigation to find its way around fields.

ECOFLUX

Ecoflux is a supplier of quantum dots in Korea. They can produce CdSe, CdS, PbSe, PbS, CdTe, as well as cadmium-free quantum dots.

Oculus

Oculus VR is a US based virtual reality company that was acquired by Facebook for $2bn in March, 2014.

BMW Group achieves fifth consecutive record sales year

2015 was the most successful year ever for the BMW Group with annual sales setting a new record for the fifth year in a row.

Harnessing the energy of small bending motions

For many applications such as biomedical, mechanical, or environmental monitoring devices, harnessing the energy of small motions could provide a small but virtually unlimited power supply.

Lely

Lely are perhaps the world leader in robotic milking machines but also offer a variety of other robots for agricultural applications.

When can we expect printed TVs?

LG made quite an impression during CES this year, announcing new OLED TVs that have delighted most reviewers. With premium features and a smart marketing campaign, LG has managed to position OLED as the best TV money can buy. But when will the technology become more affordable?

ONIQ: A leap forward for hybrid vehicles

Following its unveiling to domestic media at Hyundai Motor's Namyang R&D Center in South Korea, details have been confirmed of the IONIQ - the next generation of hybrid vehicles.

Stretchable electronic UV monitor

L'Oréal recently unveiled My UV Patch, a stretchable skin sensor designed to monitor UV exposure and help consumers educate themselves about sun protection.

High quality frictionless wearables for lifestyle coaching

Cloudtag and imec have presented the first results of their collaboration on accurate frictionless wearable health solutions.

SolarEdge's StorEdge™ solution is now internationally available

SolarEdge Technologies, Inc announced the immediate international availability of its StorEdge™ solution.