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Cool process to make better graphene

A new technique invented at Caltech to produce graphene at room temperature could help pave the way for commercially feasible graphene-based solar cells and light-emitting diodes, large-panel displays, and flexible electronics.

Why does co-locating our graphene event make sense?

The graphene technology and industry is too nascent to stand on its own legs as a stand-alone conference unless the focus is purely academic. The industry is at a stage where it needs to aggressively building up its application pipeline.

Flexible barrier technologies: material and deposition options

Back in 2013, we witnessed the launch by Samsung and LG of the first AMOLED displays deposited on plastic substrates, and the first efforts to encapsulate plastic and flexible displays that IDTechEx is forecasting will become more than a $16bn dollar market in the next 5 years.

Battery bounce test often bounces off target

Researchers conclude that the bounces increase because the zinc oxide forms tiny bridges within the zinc material, which decreases the mechanical damping of the battery.

Researchers discover n-type polymer for fast organic battery

Researchers at the University of Houston have reported developing an efficient conductive electron-transporting polymer, a long-missing puzzle piece that will allow ultrafast battery applications.

Even more speakers announced for 3D Printing Europe 2015

Here at IDTechEx, since first announcing the agenda for our Berlin event on 28-29 April, we have been busy organising even more speakers for two packed days of high quality talks, and even more exhibitors in the tradeshow, to display the latest and greatest innovations.

Wearable sensors to monitor triggers for asthma, and more

What if you could wear something that would alert you when pollution, such as smog, is about to take its toll on your heart or lungs?

Legor Group

Legor Group sell precious metal powders specifically tailored for producing jewellery using selective laser melting (SLM).

Bendy battery provides safe alternative to conventional batteries

Stanford University scientists have invented the first high-performance aluminum battery that's fast-charging, long-lasting and inexpensive. Researchers say the new technology offers a safe alternative to many commercial batteries in wide use today.

NovaCentrix feedback about the IDTechEx Printed Electronics USA event

NovaCentrix is focused on technologies and materials to enable manufacturing in Printed Electronics. This interview was conducted at the IDTechEx Printed Electronics USA event.

New technology converts packing peanuts to battery components

Researchers have shown how to convert waste packing peanuts into high-performance carbon electrodes for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries that outperform conventional graphite electrodes, representing an environmentally friendly approach to reuse the waste.

New kind of 'tandem' solar cell developed

Researchers have developed a new kind of solar cell that combines two different layers of sunlight-absorbing material in order to harvest a broader range of the sun's energy.

New funding could have global impact on power electronics for EVs

Tyndall National Institute has partnered with US and Northern Irish research institutes to secure €1 million in funding to develop new ways of harnessing converted electricity. The Nano-GaN Power Electronic Devices project has the potential to have a global impact across the entire power electronics industry.

Internet of things should be developable for all

During the last three years, Aalborg University has been involved in a major European project to ensure that the things on the Internet of Things speak the same language - and that the language can be used by all.

Necklace and smartphone app track food intake

A sophisticated necklace can monitor food and drink intake, which could help wearers track and improve their dietary habits.

Organic photovoltaics experiments showcase HPC 'superfacility' concept

A collaborative effort linking the Advanced Light Source at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory with supercomputing resources at the National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center and Oak Ridge National Laboratory via the Energy Sciences Network is yielding exciting results in organic photovoltaics research that could transform the way researchers use these facilities and improve scientific productivity in the process.

Dental selection 3D printer takes digital dentistry to the next level

The versatile new 3D printer is designed to help dental and orthodontic produce realistic models with true-to-life look and feel as part of their end-to-end digital dentistry workflow, including intra-oral scanners.

Wrapping carbon nanotubes in polymers enhances their performance

Scientists have developed a technique that "exfoliates" aggregated clumps of carbon nanotubes and disperses them in solvents.

Autonomous Vehicles Part 3 - Reasons and Hype Curve

In the third installment of the autonomous vehicles series, we look at the reasons behind making a vehicle that is fully or partly autonomous and plot a hype curve for the various types of autonomous vehicles. The final article will discuss autonomous vehicle technologies and markets.

Crossover motorcycles in new multi-billion dollar market

The new IDTechEx report, "Electric Motorcycles and Three Wheel Electric Vehicles 2015-2025" reveals gaps in the market as e-motorcycles and their three wheel derivatives become a multi-billion dollar market. One gap is the crossover between bikes and motorcycles created as a premium-priced product.