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Revolutionized Radar and AI-Enhanced Autonomy

IDTechEx covers the ever-growing, multifaceted autonomous vehicle market, made possible with advancing automotive radar and sensing technology. This article covers front and side vehicle radars, and the use of in-cabin sensing and AI features.

Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology

Beijing WeLion New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (WeLion), founded on August 11, 2016, specializes in the research, development, and production of hybrid solid-liquid electrolyte lithium-ion batteries and all-solid-state lithium batteries.

New Geometries Driving MEMS Gyroscopes Towards Better Performance

Inertial measurement units, or IMUs, form the backbone of the physical layer of modern navigation systems. IMUs are continually evolving to serve a diverse and challenging set of performance requirements from industry.

Toshiba

Toshiba's journey in solid-state battery technology began with its development of thin-film lithium batteries in the 1980s. By leveraging materials science, Toshiba laid the groundwork for future advancements in solid-state energy storage systems, which prioritize safety, efficiency, and compactness.

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.