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Taiyo Yuden

Taiyo Yuden, a prominent Japanese electronics manufacturer, has been at the forefront of developing all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries, leveraging its expertise in multilayer ceramic capacitors (MLCCs). This innovative approach has enabled the company to create compact, high-capacity, and highly safe energy storage solutions.

Solvay

Solvay works on a polymer-based solid-state battery technology.

Solid Power

Solid Power was established in 2012 as a spin-out from the University of Colorado Boulder. Founded by Doug Campbell, Conrad Stoldt, and Sehee Lee, the company initially received funding from DARPA to explore next-generation solid-state battery technology. By 2013, Solid Power secured US$4.5 million in funding from ARPA-E and other non-dilutive sources, such as the Department of Defense and NASA. This early support enabled the company to transition out of the university's research labs and begin independent operations.

Asahi Kasei Corporation

Asahi Kasei Corporation has launched AZP™, which is positioned within the Polymer Division, under the AZP™ Business Marketing & Development Department. This department is responsible for sales, marketing, R&D coordination, and business development for this product line.

SES AI

SES AI Corporation, formerly known as SolidEnergy Systems, was founded in 2012 as a spin-out from MIT by Dr. Qichao Hu, with incubation support from A123 Systems. The company initially focused on solid-state Li-metal batteries but soon recognized the limitations in scaling such technology for practical manufacturing. By 2013, SES had developed early prototypes of multi-layer cells.

QuantumScape

QuantumScape is a US-based company working on oxide-based solid-state batteries.

Qingtao Energy Development

The foundation of QingTao Energy Development traces back to 2002 when a research team led by Professor Cewen Nan from Tsinghua University began exploring solid-state batteries. Early breakthroughs included the development of a lithium lanthanum titanate (LLTO) electrolyte in 2006 and a lithium lanthanum zirconium oxide (LLZO) electrolyte in 2010, both of which demonstrated excellent ionic conductivity and stability. In 2014, QingTao Energy Development was officially established, focusing on the industrialization of solid-state battery technologies.

Prologium Technology Co Ltd

ProLogium was founded in 2006, with core technology in oxide electrolytes, ASM, LCBs, and MAB.

Tenneco Systems Protection

Tenneco Systems Protection is a global supplier of battery protection products, based in the US. IDTechEx spoke with the company at The Battery Show Europe 2025.

Rare Earth Magnets: Supply, Demand and Performance Comparison Video

IDTechEx analyst Dr Jack Howley summarizes the rare earth magnet market.

New IDTechEx Report: Biomanufacturing Specialty Chemicals 2026-2036

IDTechEx's new report "Biomanufacturing Specialty Chemicals 2026-2036" examines the role of white biotechnology in producing specialty chemicals, focusing on food additives, cosmetic and personal care ingredients, pigments, and enzymes.

PolyPlus Battery Company

PolyPlus was founded in 1991 starting with lithium sulphur batteries. The company's early business model was focused on IP development and licensing.

Natrion

Natrion is a cutting-edge company specializing in the development of solid-state battery technologies, with a focus on enhancing the performance, safety, and scalability of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage, and other high-tech applications.

Ion Storage Systems

Ion Storage Systems LLC, a US-based battery manufacturer, has developed a super-thin solid-state electrolyte. The electrolyte was first reported at the University of Maryland Energy Innovation Institute in 2016, which was made by tape casting, a conventional ceramic-manufacturing technique, followed by sintering at high temperature.

Parker LORD (Materials for BESS)

Parker LORD offer several materials and products for thermal management for battery packs, which could apply to EV battery packs and BESS. IDTechEx spoke with the company at The Battery Show Europe 2025.

Optinvent

Optinvent has developed an injection molded plastic reflective waveguide. The latest waveguide product will be demoed in an AR device at SPIE in January 2026.

Humanoids, Soft Grippers, and Delivery Robots

Robotics is a multifaceted technology sector presenting many capabilities to expand into a variety of applications, from automotives and warehousing and logistics, to domestic functions. This article explores some of the latest developments across humanoid, collaborative, and mobile robots.

Ensurge Micropower ASA

Ensurge Micropower ASA, formerly known as Thin Film Electronics ASA, is a Norway-based company specializing in the development and production of ultrathin, flexible, and safe solid-state lithium microbatteries (SSLBs).

New IDTechEx Market Report: Graphene & 2D Materials 2026-2036

This report offers a detailed independent analysis of the technological and commercial progress of graphene and other 2D materials. Coverage across 18 application areas including segmented market forecasts from 2026 to 2036. IDTechEx has over a decade of experience covering the graphene industry, predicting growth to a market value of US$2.7 billion by 2036.

Hydrogen and Helium: Small Molecules, Big Technologies

From the natural gas that underpins power generation to the carbon dioxide emissions driving the climate crisis, there is no denying gases have a significant impact on modern life. This IDTechEx article explores future technologies in power, mobility, and manufacturing enabled by the two lightest gases: hydrogen and helium.