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Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Trends in AI and HPC

Advanced semiconductor packaging technologies like 2.5D and 3D hybrid bonding, along with emerging solutions like silicon photonics, are critical in optimizing system performance and fostering the next wave of AI and HPC chip innovation.

Ouster: LiDAR for Autonomous Mining

Ouster is a US-based manufacturer of LiDAR sensors. This profile will focus on the use of Ouster sensors for autonomous mining vehicles.

Solid Oxide Electrolyzer Materials & Components

This premium article provides an overview of the key components used in solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) stacks. Components discussed include electrolytes, electrode catalysts, interconnects, sealants, coatings and insulation materials.

TESK

Total Emission Solution Korea (TESK) provide high pressure pipe systems for fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV). IDTechEx spoke with Jinyoung Choi (Director).

GeoPura

GeoPura is a UK-based supplier of distributed hydrogen fuel cell generators for off-grid power. Its key product, the HPU (Hydrogen Power Unit), has a variety of applications, including EV (electric vehicle) charging. IDTechEx spoke with CEO Andrew Cunningham to find out about fuel cell based power generation and EV charging.

Tesla Adopts Interior Radar for Interior Monitoring

With the shift towards electric vehicles, end-users are becoming less concerned about traditional differentiators like engine horsepower and are placing greater emphasis on smart interior functions. This trend is compelling automotive OEMs to invest more efforts in enhancing interior features, thereby adding greater value to their products and distinguishing them from other vehicles.

LeydenJar Technologies

LeydenJar Technologies are a Dutch company looking to commercialise their silicon anode technology.

nu quantum

nu quantum is a spin-out from the University of Cambridge 'building the entanglement fabric essential to scaling quantum computers'.

Building a Net-Negative Future: CO2-Derived Concrete

In a world with a growing population and a rapidly expanding construction sector to match, how do we prevent building homes from damaging our climate? Concrete is the second most consumed material on Earth, but its key ingredient, cement, is responsible for 7% of global anthropogenic CO2 emissions. The answer could come from thin air - CO2-derived building materials.

Bluewhite: Autonomous Farming Technology

Bluewhite is a startup that works on autonomous technologies for farming vehicles. It addresses a niche farming market, which requires smaller tractors but with high annual usage. This has been a pain point for large farm operators as crewing their fleet of tractors is difficult and costly.

Silveray

Silveray are a spin-out from the Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) (Surrey University) developing large-area direct conversion detectors for the X-ray imaging market. Silveray are based in Manchester, UK, and have been commercializing their technology since 2022, which can be used for weld integrity inspections and medical imaging applications.

EV Fire Protection Materials, Protecting a US$3.5 Trillion Market

Electric vehicle (EV) fire safety continues to be a critical topic. Data continues to support the fact that EVs are less likely to catch fire than internal combustion engine vehicles. However, as a new technology, EVs get more press, and besides, even a very low occurrence rate still poses significant risks to vehicle occupants and surroundings.

Babcock & Wilcox

Babcock & Wilcox is an American energy technology and service provider, with international operations. The company is headquartered in Ohio, US. This profile focuses on the company's chemical looping combustion and chemical looping hydrogen technologies.

Altos: Cheaper 4D Imaging Radar

4D imaging radar represents the next generation of radar technologies for the automotive industry. They bring a significant performance boost necessary for highly autonomous cars but also bring a significant price increase compared to conventional models. Altos radar avoids using the most costly components found in most 4D imaging radars, allowing a substantial cost reduction.

Upcoming Webinar - The Latest Material Developments for PEM Fuel Cells

Thursday 22 February 2024 - Discuss the key components of a PEM fuel cell, including their purpose, form factor, and possible material choices; Highlight innovations in alternative materials and manufacturing processes with respect to the incumbents and the impact of proposed regulations; Outline key technology trends for materials, including the driving forces behind these trends; Overview of the PEM fuel cell market within the context of the broader fuel cell electric vehicle market

Saving Signals - IDTechEx Explores New Developments in EMI Shielding

Electromagnetic interference shielding is becoming more adapted to the meet demands of growing communications technology. Personal devices are everywhere. As they get thinner, the components in each device are getting closer together, and EMI shielding is becoming well-known as the mastermind.

Storedot

Storedot are an Israeli company developing Li-ion cell technologies focussed on the use of high silicon content anodes.

Immaterial: MOF Manufacturer

Immaterial is a UK-based start-up that manufactures shaped monolithic metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Alakai: Fuel Cell eVTOL

Alakai, based in Boston, MA, US was founded in 2017, initially serving the flight recorder market. The company pivoted to vehicle development and operated in stealth until November 2022. The company is developing a five-seater, fixed rotor hydrogen powered electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft (named Skai) and is currently in the FAA certification process.

Webinar - Evolving Opportunity in EV Battery Fire Protection Materials

Thursday 29 February 2024 - An overview of the need for fire protection materials; Thermal management strategies and cell-to-pack battery structure; Options and examples for fire protection materials in OEMs; The impact of sodium-ion and solid state batteries on EV safety and material needs; Fire protection material benchmarking; Market share predictions