25 Jan 2016

Audi production network: ready for electric mobility
Audi is preparing its international production network for the mobility of the future. Large series production of the first purely electric driven SUV from Audi will begin at the site in Brussels in 2018.
25 Jan 2016

Copper deposition to fabricate tiny 3D objects
A new 3D microprinting process allows scientists to manufacture tiny, complex metal components easily.
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22 Jan 2016

Interview with Flexible Circuit Technologies at IDTechEx Wearable USA
Video interview with Flexible Circuit Technologies at the IDTechEx Wearable USA exhibition.
22 Jan 2016

Kuberg Freerider, a lightweight electric dirt bike
The Freerider is powered by a 22 Ah lithium polymer battery pack that the company claims can last for one hour while a 165lb (75kg) rider travels at full speed.
22 Jan 2016

Self-heating lithium-ion battery
A lithium-ion battery that self heats if the temperature is below 32 degrees Fahrenheit has multiple applications, but may have the most impact on relieving winter "range anxiety" for electric vehicle owners, according to a team of researchers.
22 Jan 2016

Good solar cells from bad effects
Researchers used numerical simulations to demonstrate that energy dissipation and decoherence, which were thought to reduce solar cell efficiency, are counterintuitively helpful for the development of more efficient photovoltaics
22 Jan 2016

Intelligent electronics to become durable, flexible and functional
With the roll-to-roll overmoulding manufacturing process developed by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, components can be easily overmoulded into durable electronics products such as wearable sports solutions, toys and, for instance, household appliances equipped with an overmoulded solar cell.
Background
22 Jan 2016

Tianjin Lishen Battery Co., Ltd.
Established on December 25th 1997, Tianjin Lishen Battery Co., Ltd. is a hi-tech company that specializes in the technological development, manufacture and sales of Li-ion battery for consumer electronics, power tools, transportation and energy storage systems.
Background
22 Jan 2016

A123 Systems
A123 Systems, LLC, founded in 2001, develops and manufactures advanced Nanophosphate® lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and energy storage systems that deliver high power, maximize usable energy, and provide long life, all with excellent safety performance.
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21 Jan 2016

Fraunhofer IIS: Show Bluetooth Wristband at the IDTechEx Show!
Video interview with Fraunhofer IIS from the Energy Harvesting & Storage USA exhibition, part of the IDTechEx Show!
21 Jan 2016

Mercedes-Benz steps into the future with the new E-Class
The new E-Class marks the world premiere of numerous technical innovations for enhanced comfort, a new level of safe driving, a new dimension in driver assistance and a new infotainment and control system.
21 Jan 2016

Needle free breathalyser for daily diabetes testing
A simple breathalyser that will give diabetics a non invasive method for monitoring their daily glucose levels and has the potential to replace the 'prick test' methods used today.
21 Jan 2016

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.
21 Jan 2016

Webinar Tuesday 2 February: The Future of Robotics
IDTechEx are hosting a free webinar on Tuesday 2 February 2016.
21 Jan 2016

Researchers use neutrons to gain insight into battery inefficiency
Scientists are improving the lifetimes of rechargeable batteries that run on lithium, a small atom that can pack tightly into graphite anode materials.
Full profile interview
21 Jan 2016

Multitaction
Multitaction is a Finland-based large-area interactive display manufacturer. It's technology is based on optical (IR) vision systems. The main market is the enterprise segment. The key advantage is stems from the system's ability to create different large-scale shapes composed of an arbitrary arrangement of 50" displays. The system can also handle an unlimited number of users and different input types.
20 Jan 2016

Meeting with ALABC/ILA London 13 Jan 2016
The International Lead Association (ILA) now runs the Advanced Lead Acid Battery Corporation (ALABC) and it is repositioning it to basic research at the request of its members.
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20 Jan 2016

OWL WORKS: Print
Video interview with OWL WORKS LLC. at IDTechEx 3D Printing USA event.
20 Jan 2016

Metallic glue may stick it to soldering and welding
Scientists have created a glue that bonds metal to metal or to other materials that sets at room temperature.
20 Jan 2016

It's a 3D printer, but not as we know it
A team of engineers has developed a new type of 3D printing that can print composite materials, which are used in many high performance products such as tennis rackets, golf clubs and aeroplanes.