External press release
27 Apr 2021

VELO3D Adds Stefan Krause to Board of Directors
VELO3D Inc announced the appointment of Stefan Krause to the company's board of directors as audit committee chair.
External press release
27 Apr 2021

Introducing nTopology 3.0
In this third major update of nTopology, we are introducing GPU acceleration for seamless interactivity. By enabling this new opt-in feature, nTop users will enjoy an instant 10x to 100x performance boost when vizualizing workflows that use complex field-driven geometry. In other words, you will now be able to preview design changes in real-time and regenerate parts with even the most complex geometry in seconds.
Update
26 Apr 2021

Duke University (Recyclable Electronics)
Researchers at Duke University have developed a circuit made from fully recyclable printed electronics, including the transistors. This work, published in Nature Electronics, fits the growing interest in 'sustainable electronics'.
External press release
26 Apr 2021

'QuickFitting' QTSS™ Quantum Material flexible pressure sensing strips
A multi-disciplinary team is driving environmental and societal change by developing novel affordable and simple to manufacture QuickFitting textile multi-point pressure sensing strips for real-time monitoring in the medical and healthcare sector for potential use in areas such as prosthetic fit and bandage compression therapy for leg ulcers.
26 Apr 2021

Next Generation of Swimming Living Robots can Self-Train
Researchers have achieved a breakthrough in the field of biological robots by developing new biobots based on muscle cells that can swim at unprecedented velocities.
Topic overview
26 Apr 2021

Antenna in Packages (AiP) for 5G
In this premium article, IDTechEx introduce the key building blocks of 5G systems and the underlying advances in packaging technologies to realize them.
Topic overview
24 Apr 2021

Micro-LED Displays for 2021 Onwards
From mobile phones, TVs, to cars and public screens, displays have become an important component in our daily life to convey information. There is an emerging display type— Micro-LED display, which has the potential to become the next-generation mainstream.
23 Apr 2021

NASA's 3D Printed MOXIE Extracts Oxygen From The Red Planet
The growing list of "firsts" for Perseverance, NASA's newest six-wheeled robot on the Martian surface, includes converting some of the Red Planet's thin, carbon dioxide-rich atmosphere into oxygen. A toaster-size, experimental instrument aboard Perseverance called the Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment (MOXIE) accomplished the task.
23 Apr 2021

Largest Solar Farm at an Australian University
The Microgrid at Deakin provides a unique opportunity to make a positive contribution in the collective fight against climate change while also conducting high-value research to benefit Australian communities.
23 Apr 2021

A $174 Billion EV Investment Would Transform the American Bus Market
The deployment of zero-emission buses in the US has lacked the impetus of the electrification efforts seen in China and Europe, as discussed in IDTechEx's report "Electric, Hybrid and Fuel Cell Buses 2021-2040". This is about to change.
Full profile interview
23 Apr 2021

Atheraxon
Atheraxon is a start-up that spun out of the ATHENA Lab at Georgia Tech. IDTechEx spoke with their CEO Brian Arnberger and CTO Jimmy Hester on 15th Apr. 2021.
Full profile interview
23 Apr 2021

Oxbotica
Oxbotica are an autonomous vehicle artificial intelligence software provider with a strong academic background in robotics.
Update interview
23 Apr 2021

Rohinni
On April 22 Rohinni announced its 100 Hz bond-head for mounting mini-LEDs from a wafer at very high speed - this is 14x faster than competing technology and regarded as a significant development.
22 Apr 2021

Long-Term Vagus Nerve Implant for Bioelectronic Medicine Research
Researchers have developed a long-term implant model for vagus nerve stimulation in mice that successfully modulates heart rate and inflammatory proteins. The device and procedure may change the way preclinical bioelectronic medicine research is conducted and lead to alternative therapies for various chronic diseases, including Crohn's, rheumatoid arthritis and heart failure, among others.
22 Apr 2021

Combining Light, Superconductors Could Boost AI Capabilities
As artificial intelligence has attracted broad interest, researchers are focused on understanding how the brain accomplishes cognition so they can construct artificial systems with general intelligence comparable to humans' intelligence.
22 Apr 2021

Eco-Friendly Smart Badge with ePaper Display
By integrating IntelliCentrics' technology platform and E Ink's ePaper display technology, healthcare facilities will have the full-service credentialing system they need to ensure the safety of visitors, patients, and the entire community.
External press release
22 Apr 2021

New Platform Strategy and Software Plans Launched by Ultimaker
The 3D printing platform launched by Ultimaker enables the development, nurturing and orchestration of Ecosystem products and services including hardware add-ons, materials, software, and other services.
22 Apr 2021

The Key Technologies for Winning the Fight Against Climate Change
Each year, April 22nd marks Earth Day, a worldwide event that aims to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement. To mark Earth Day 2021, here are some of the technologies that IDTechEx believes will be instrumental in winning the fight against climate change.
External press release
22 Apr 2021

MakerBot Strengthens 3D Printing in Classrooms with Advanced Resources
The MakerBot Educators Guidebook aims to inspire educators with ideas to enrich their curriculum, enhance student learning, and redefine what 3D printing in education looks like.
Update interview
22 Apr 2021

Dow: Silicone Sealing for EVs
Various components within EVs require sealing including the battery enclosures, coolant lines and many others. Dow has a range of silicone sealing solutions tailored for the electric vehicle market.