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The Robot Smiled Back

Researchers use AI to teach robots to make appropriate reactive human facial expressions, an ability that could build trust between humans and their robotic co-workers and care-givers

Can Direct Air Capture Really Help in the Fight Against Climate Change

Carbon capture technology may be essential in helping the world in the fight against climate change, however, capturing CO2 from point sources not be enough to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. A potential solution is direct air capture (DAC) technology. Does DAC justify the excitement or is it doomed to fail?

New Technique Breaks the Mould for 3D Printing Medical Implants

Researchers have flipped traditional 3D printing to create some of the most intricate biomedical structures yet, advancing the development of new technologies for regrowing bones and tissue. The emerging field of tissue engineering aims to harness the human body's natural ability to heal itself, to rebuild bone and muscle lost to tumours or injuries.

Technology to Monitor Mental Wellbeing Right at Your Fingertips

To help patients manage their mental wellness between appointments, researchers have developed a smart device-based electronic platform that can continuously monitor the state of hyperarousal, one of the signs of psychiatric distress. They said this advanced technology could read facial cues, analyze voice patterns and integrate readings from built-in vital signs sensors on smartwatches to determine if a patient is under stress.

Lithoz GmbH

Lithoz GmbH is an Austrian-based company manufacturing and selling ceramics 3D printers and materials using their Lithography-based Ceramic Manufacturing (LCM) technology. IDTechEx spoke with Isabel Potestio, Business Development & Sales Manager at Lithoz GmbH.

I-FEVS

The I-FEVS restaurant van with one microwave oven and 2 induction plates has an ultra-efficient wind turbine array erected when stationary that generates 500W and promises 700W in developed form.

ZPower, LLC

Founded in 1996, ZPower develops and commercializes silver-zinc batteries. In 2013, ZPower introduced silver-zinc rechargeable batteries for the hearing industry.

3D Print Technology to Advance Dental and Facial Reconstruction

3D printing technology will be used to rebuild human teeth, bones and tissues at The University of Queensland's new Centre for Orofacial Regeneration, Reconstruction and Rehabilitation (COR3).

Viridi Parente First Shipment of Batteries to Li-Cycle for Recycling

Viridi Parente Inc has shipped its initial batch of lithium-ion batteries to Li-Cycle Corp. By recycling 100% of its end-of-life cells, Viridi Parente is expanding the company's commitment to energy sustainability and the circular energy economy by enabling the wider adoption of safe lithium-ion batteries for industrial, commercial, municipal, medical, and residential use.

Organic, Printable Device Could Restore Sight to the Blind

A Sydney engineer is developing a low-cost, 3D printed electrical device that uses absorbed light to fire the neurons that transmit signals from the eyes to the brain, acting as an artificial retina for those who have lost this capacity.

Collaboration on Bus Fleet Electrification and Solar Overhead Charging

As public transit fleets evaluate bus electrification to meet zero-emission goals, costly and lengthy construction timelines can hamper deployment. To meet this need, AMPLY Power is working with Duke Energy Sustainable Solutions to expand fleet electrification offerings, including the first commercially available combination solar canopy and overhead electric vehicle charging solution covered by a power purchase agreement leasing and financing model.

Remagine Labs

Remagine Labs is a very early stage company that recently spun out from a university in Sydney. It is aiming to develop transparent semiconducting materials based on quantum dots, possibly for display applications.

Massivit 3D

Massivit 3D is an Israeli 3D Printing company that manufactures and sells large-format thermoset deposition printers and materials. IDTechEx spoke with Ido Eylon, VP of Global Sales and Marketing at Massivit 3D.

XJet

XJet is a 3D printing company developing and selling 3D printers using their proprietary Nanoparticle Jetting technology. IDTechEx spoke with Dror Danai, Chief Business Officer (CBO) at XJet.

Solvay Additive Manufacturing Solutions

Solvay Additive Manufacturing Solutions, a division of Solvay Specialty Polymers, produces high performance polymer materials for AM. IDTechEx spoke with Brian Alexander, Global Product and Business Development Manager for Additive Manufacturing.

Estrema

Announcements of glamorous cars with extreme performance are commonplace in the electric vehicle business.

Nano One Materials

Nano One Materials are a Canadian company who have developed a new process to manufacture coated, single-crystal Li-ion cathode active material. IDTechEx spoke with Nano One Materials' CEO, Dan Blondal.

Mocean Energy Unveils Blue X Wave Energy Prototype

Mocean Energy unveiled their Blue X wave energy prototype which will take to the seas in Orkney next month. The 20-metre long, 38-tonne wave machine has been fabricated wholly in Scotland and will be deployed at the European Marine Energy Centre's Scapa Flow test site for sea trials initially, and then later deployed at EMEC's large scale Billia Croo test site this summer.

New Approach Helps Design Lighter Carbon Fiber Composite Materials

Carbon fibers are usually combined with other materials to form a composite. One such composite material is the carbon fiber reinforced plastic, which is well-known for its tensile strength, rigidity, and high strength-to-weight ratio.

Fabric has Potential Cooling Effect for Smartwatch Wearers

As smartwatches become more powerful, they will generate more heat. To prevent burns or rashes, what if a material touching the skin could feel as cool as metal, but also be flexible enough to be worn on the wrist?