Industry News
New technology makes metal wires on solar cells nearly invisible to light
New technology developed by Stanford researchers could lead to a new paradigm in the design and fabrication of solar cells. [ + ]
Photonic 'sintering' could lead to new solar, electronics manufacturing technologies
A recent breakthrough in photonic 'sintering' could lead to new advances in solar cells, flexible electronics, various types of sensors and other high-tech products printed onto something as simple as a sheet of paper or plastic. [ + ]
Safer batteries for grid-storage and safety-critical applications
The latest 'water-in-salt' aqueous lithium-ion battery technology could provide power, efficiency and longevity comparable to today's lithium-ion batteries, but without the fire risk, poisonous chemicals and environmental hazards of current lithium batteries. [ + ]
Graphene improves performance and stability of energy storage devices
A*STAR researchers have developed an 'asymmetric' supercapacitor based on metal nitrides and graphene that could be a viable energy storage solution. [ + ]
Sodium-ion battery in 18650 format
Researchers have designed an alternative technology to Li-ion for application in specific sectors. The new battery prototype uses sodium ions in the usual '18650' format, an industry standard. [ + ]
Australian electronics researcher among world's best
UNSW Scientia Professor Michelle Simmons has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for her groundbreaking research developing atomic-scale electronics. [ + ]
element14 launches Raspberry Pi's new Pi Zero Board
element14 has further expanded its extensive Raspberry Pi product range by launching the smallest form factor Raspberry Pi on the market, the new Raspberry Pi Zero. [ + ]
RS Components appoints Mikael Malm as chief supply chain officer
Mikael Malm has over 25 years' experience in global sales, manufacturing, supply chain and sourcing, incorporating general management, operations and strategic development across a range of multinational companies. [ + ]
Smart chip analyses battery health
Scientists have developed a smart chip that can tell how healthy a battery is. [ + ]
Neutrons explain ageing process in Li-ion batteries
Researchers have now come a step closer to identifying the cause of lithium-ion battery ageing. [ + ]
Tunable filter for faster internet
Canadian researchers have designed a new tunable filter with the widest tuning span ever demonstrated on a silicon chip that could help provide the low-cost flexibility needed for the next generation of high-speed optical networks. [ + ]
element14 becomes largest global ARM distributor
element14 has signed a franchise agreement with global semiconductor IP supplier ARM to distribute its broad suite of development tool solutions for ARM processor-based system design in the Asia-Pacific region. [ + ]
Industry scouts for digital disrupters at UX show
University of Sydney's annual showcase, Anthelion, is set to open on Thursday, 26 November. [ + ]
National award for UNSW nanoelectronics researcher
Two Australian scientists working in nanoelectronics and health have been recognised for excellence in the science of measurement and metrology. [ + ]
Australia's first venture capitalist is the new chair of Innovation Australia
Australia's first venture capitalist, Bill Ferris AC, has been appointed chair of Innovation Australia. [ + ]