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Two case studies on markets for actuators

At an event as large as CES, there are many technology themes beyond the traditional topic boundaries covered by IDTechEx. In this article, we discuss two such areas, both of which are close to, but slightly outside traditional areas of coverage.

Haptics at CES 2019

As the largest consumer technology event in the world, haptics always has a prominent place within CES. This short article includes summaries of the various conversations which IDTechEx had on the subject of haptics at CES 2019.

Winning Strategy for EV Electric Motors

The electric vehicle business will grow rapidly to over $1.5 billion in 2029, with the largest percentage being batteries. However, that percentage will peak with cost reduction and some being replaced by supercapacitors.

Immersion

IDTechEx met with Jamal Soboune, Technical Lead, Research at Immersion. They were demonstrating a solid state button targeted at automotive applications in a demonstration at Nidec's booth at CES 2019.

Mainland France's largest grid battery storage facility

When completed, it will be the largest power storage unit connected directly to the grid in mainland France. With a 6 MW / 6 MWh power rating, the unit will use its storage capacity to perform frequency regulation services for the grid, helping keep any frequency deviation in check.

Nidec Industrial Solutions world leader in energy storage

Nidec Industrial Solutions has, for the fifth consecutive year, confirmed its standing as the world's leading supplier in the energy storage market.

Electric and Hybrid Marine 2018

In this premium article IDTechEx highlights some of the presentations analysts found interesting, with commentary, as well as shared insight on interviews undertaken with the market leaders and new entrants on the exhibition floor.

Key Themes at CES 2018

A number of IDTechEx analysts attended CES 2018, exploring the key themes prevalent in a variety of sectors, including: healthcare, neuroscience, 3D printing, e-textiles, haptics and electric vehicles.

Haptics at CES 2018

Major themes from the show illustrated through 11 company interviews with leading players.

Cerevo

IDTechEx first met with Cerevo at CES 2017, where, as part of the Nidec booth, they demonstrated early prototypes of their haptic gaming shoes.

Toyota unveils third generation humanoid robot T-HR3

Toyota Motor Corporation revealed T-HR3, the company's third generation humanoid robot.

Updates from CES 2017

A team of IDTechEx analysts attended CES 2017 in the first week of January. Our aim was to cover all of the latest updates and trends in each of the topics that we cover. In this exclusive premium article, we report our observations in the VR, AR/MR, smartwatch & fitness tracker, sensors, air quality monitoring, displays and haptics spaces.

Novasentis, Inc

Novasentis have developed polymeric haptic actuators and are targeting potential applications in consumer electronics. This profile update follows IDTechEx's latest interview with CEO Francois Jeanneau.

CPT appoints chief commercial officer industry implements 48V tech

Controlled Power Technologies has announced the creation of a new senior management role with the appointment of Dennis Hayter as chief commercial officer.

Mild Hybrid 48V Vehicles: Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) Ltd

IDTechEx visited Controlled Power Technologies (CPT) Ltd UK on 18 Jan 2016. They met with CEO Nick Pascoe with Robert Palmer, investor and PR, also present.

Emerging haptics find their niches

The industry around haptic actuators has encountered some significant challenges and changes in the last five years. However, the silver lining begins to shine through as emerging haptics find their niches. James Hayward summarises the findings from the latest IDTechEx Research report.