Industry News
Altium, ICPEF and Arduino announce electronics design competition
Altium LLC, the IPC Education Foundation and Arduino are partnering to launch the student electronics design challenge, to promote STEM innovation for environmental change. [ + ]
Hybrid electrolyte developed for more efficient Li-ion batteries
Researchers have developed a method to increase the ionic conductivity and lithium-ion transport of photo-cross-linked polymer with hexagonal arranged porous film hybrids. [ + ]
New colloidal synthesis method for alkaline earth chalcogenides
Researchers have developed a way to synthesise new materials that could lead to more sustainable and environmentally friendly items like solar panels and LEDs. [ + ]
LG demonstrates 6G THz data transmission in Germany
LG has successfully tested 6G terahertz (THz) data transmission and reception over a distance of 320 metres in an outdoor environment in Berlin, Germany. [ + ]
NIST, Google partner to produce open-source chips for researchers
The National Institute of Standards and Technology and Google have partnered to make industry-standard chips available to universities, to boost semiconductor manufacturing. [ + ]
Battery recycling project takes Li-ion batteries to new frontiers
The LiBinfinity project aims to establish a holistic concept for lithium-ion battery recycling, using an advanced mechanico-hydrometallurgical process. [ + ]
New materials to boost stability of perovskite solar cells
A team of researchers from Lithuania have synthesised the materials that were used for constructing a solar cell module, with an efficiency of 21.4%. [ + ]
Diamond quantum sensors used to extend EV driving range
A diamond quantum sensor-based detection technique has been developed to accurately estimate battery charge and extend driving range for electric vehicles. [ + ]
Physics discovery could enable super-efficient electrical power
Researchers at the University of Oxford and University College Cork have developed two new microscopy techniques to unlock the secret of high-temperature superconductors. [ + ]
Aussie chip maker Morse Micro raises $140m in funding for Wi-Fi tech
Australian semiconductor developer Morse Micro has received $140 million in funding and entered into a strategic partnership with lead investor MegaChips. [ + ]
Renesas acquires Steradian to expand radar portfolio
Renesas has announced plans to acquire Steradian Semiconductors, a fabless semiconductor company that specialises in 4G imaging radar. [ + ]
Australian quantum industry leaders form alliance
Local and global leaders in Australia's quantum industry, along with the Tech Council of Australia, have launched the Australian Quantum Alliance (AQA). [ + ]
Batteries not required: self-powered wearable monitors health
Researchers have invented a self-powered, wireless wearable device that can monitor a user's pulse and wirelessly communicate with a nearby smartphone or tablet. [ + ]
Semikron and Danfoss Silicon merge to become Semikron Danfoss
Semikron and Danfoss Silicon Power have merged to create a joint business focusing on power semiconductor modules for use in variable-speed drives. [ + ]
Applied Materials CTO receives IEEE Frederik Philips Award
Dr Omkaram Nalamasu, Chief Technology Officer of Applied Materials, has received the IEEE Frederik Philips Award, for leadership in research and development of semiconductor materials. [ + ]
