Tugce Uslu

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November 12, 2019

Origin

Digital light processing-based 3D printing technology, called programmable photopolymerization, with open materials platform

Has developed a digital light processing (DLP)-based 3D printing technology, called programmable photopolymerization (P3), with an open materials platform with validatd cost and performance improvements for a number of cases Has co-developed and validated several materials, including elastomers, ... read more.
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Tugce Uslu

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November 12, 2019

3DMPWire project aims to commercialize Cu alloy wire-based 3D printing for use in the marine industry by 2022

Łukasiewicz Research Network – Institute of Non-Ferrous Metals (IMN) initiated a collaborative development project with other research institutions (ENEA, Ghent University, and Tecnalia) and Gefertec as the industry partner. The project's main objective is to manufacture copper (Cu) alloy parts for ... read more.

Case Study

Xiao Zhong

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November 12, 2019

Although challenging, there are still opportunities in polymer informatics

Introduction: As we have recently been summarizing key trends in materials informatics through client inquires and independent research, we have found an imbalance in the interest and progress in polymer informatics (PI). That is, there is a great amount of commercial interest in PI, but progress in... read more.

Analyst Insight

Vladimir Roznyatovskiy

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November 12, 2019

PixelDisplay

Developer of nanoscale luminescent materials and display IC for color-balanced and healthier displays

The company was founded by David Wyatt, a former Intel and Nvidia engineer with expertise in display technologies. The company makes nanoscaled photoluminescent materials different from quantum dots that serve as color converters; the company also develops display driver boards to facilitate the ... read more.
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Xiao Zhong

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November 12, 2019

Intellegens

Materials design and small-molecule drug discovery using deep learning

Founded in 2017 to commercialize the AI method developed at Dr. Gareth Conduit's (co-founder and CTO) group at the University of Cambridge for materials and small-molecule drug discovery The major differentiator is the data imputation algorithm that can replace missing data by extrapolation; can ... read more.
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Michael Sullivan

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November 12, 2019

SureCall

Cell phone signal boosters, antennas, and accessories for home and commercial use for 3G, 4G, and 5G networks

The company was started by Hongtao Zhan, CEO, an engineer with multiple patents for apparatus and methods for radio frequency signal boosters. The company develops cellular signal boosters that rebroadcast signals within a structure; they acquire the strongest cellular signal in an area using ... read more.
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Nardev Ramanathan

Consumer IoT More...

November 12, 2019

Point-Of-Care Diagnostics 2.0: Beyond the Clinic

Point-of-care diagnostics (POCDs) have been essential tools in the rapid detection of biomarkers and analytes, which facilitates better disease diagnosis, monitoring, and management. However, with some exceptions like the pregnancy test kit and glucose test strips, first-generation POCDs have ... read more.

State of the Market Report

Vladimir Roznyatovskiy

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November 12, 2019

Instrumental

Develops image processing software solutions for improvements in manufacturing and assembly of electronic products

Instrumental was started by Anna-Katrina Shedletsky, CEO,  and Samuel Weiss, CTO, who identified that the assembly process was not closely monitored, causing a gap in quality control practices during their engineering terms at Apple The company develops software based on image recognition to draw ... read more.
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Lisheng Gao

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November 11, 2019

TempoQuest

Weather forecasting software

Gene Pache founded TempoQuest in 2014; to date, the company has raised $3.5 million through VC investments. The company makes weather forecasting software (AceCAST) to offer faster, more precise, and more affordable local weather forecasting services; instead of a central processing unit (CPU), the ... read more.
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Lewie Roberts

Digital Transformation

November 11, 2019

QC Ware

Quantum computing software

Provides software for quantum computing; the company has two main offerings: consulting services for major corporations looking to understand the impact of quantum on their business (including custom projects) and quantum computing SaaS Claims differentiation in the quantum computing expertise of ... read more.
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Quantum computing for chemicals and materials

Coverage Areas: Digital Transformation

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Many of the earliest practical applications of quantum computing are related to the technology's potential to simulate systems (of limited size) at a quantum level. While this opens up exciting applications, that excitement must be tempered with the limitations of an extremely early-stage technology. In this report, we examine how quantum computing will play a role in chemicals and materials industries over the coming years.

Where and how to find the Green in Green technology

Coverage Areas: Agro Innovation More...

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Lux covers the potential for sustainability and green technologies to become an alternate source of revenue as concerns regarding environmental impact and risk continue to grow.

How 3D Printing Software Will Accelerate the Development of 3D Printing

Coverage Areas: Accelerating Materials Innovation More...

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

In the last few years, synergies between the design software space and 3D printing have become increasingly apparent. For example, generative design software takes advantage of 3D printing’s ability to expand manufacturability and vastly enlarges the explorable design candidate space. 3D printing simulation software models the stress profile of a part, and therefore predicts part failure before physically printing it. Within the 3D printing community, we are seeing a trend of 3D printing companies developing and strengthening their software components. Several major examples include Desktop Metal’s software for generative design, Markforged’s cloud-based software for part print optimization, and Arevo’s computer-aided design (CAD) and FEA-based software for 3D printing design and simulation. In this report, we review the most relevant 3D printing software technologies and argue that the formation of a 3D printing software thread (design, simulation, manufacturing, as well as workflow management and data security) with data control through the whole process will be crucial for 3D printing at industrial scale. We expect to see more 3D printing companies either develop their own software strategies or to partner with large software companies in the near future.

Scouting Innovations for Corrosion's Tough Problems

Coverage Areas: Accelerating Materials Innovation More...

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Corrosion remains perhaps the most persistent challenge we face in the materials industry. New sustainability regulations are making this even more challenging, by pushing out chrome 6 and limiting the use of solvents. This report will scout early stage technologies, start-ups, and identify corporate approaches to tackling the corrosion challenge.

Innovating the Lithium Industry

Coverage Areas: Energy Storage More...

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

With many automakers heavily invested in battery electric vehicle (BEV) development and more than 1 million vehicles in annual sales, the electric mobility revolution is well underway. Yet even as more and more automakers announce aggressive electrification strategies, challenges facing the lithium industry could have significant impacts on the future battery and BEV markets. This report considers the gap between lithium supply and demand forecasts, the innovative companies looking to address the challenges in producing battery-ready lithium chemicals, and the established incumbents best positioned to take advantage of this critical market opportunity.

The future of big data and edge computing

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Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Several metrics indicate that, over the past couple of years, there has been a steady rise in interest as well as innovation in the area of edge computing. In a previous report, we had discussed the key drivers, taxonomy of different types of edge computing technologies, and some key players in this space. However, there is little clarity on where and what type of edge computing should be used in different applications. In this report, we will dive into the nuances of different applications and use cases where edge computing will play an important role.

Innovation in Metal-Organic Frameworks

Coverage Areas: Accelerating Materials Innovation More...

Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

While metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) remain a highly academic subject, understanding of their capabilities has grown in the past several years, and synthetic methods and MOF design tools continue to improve. MOFs can be widely applicable to potential use cases in gas and liquid separations, gas storage, catalysis, battery anodes, and even food storage. This report surveys the market opportunities for MOFs and explores key players that both OEMs and chemical and materials companies need to be aware of to act on these opportunities.

Biopolymer Vision 2020

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Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Bio-based polymers have garnered significant interest for replacing petroleum-based incumbents, but commercial success stories have been few and far between. Has the recent rise of interest in sustainability and worries about plastic waste changed the game for biopolymers? Or are the same economic challenges going to keep biopolymers consigned to a niche unless or until oil prices skyrocket? In this report, we update partnerships and production capacity to provide a new vision of the commercial future of bio-based polymers.

Water Scarcity: the Next Big Threat to Materials Manufacturing

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Planned Publication Date: Q1 2020

Concerns surrounding water scarcity are on the rise, with more regions facing extreme drought conditions than ever before. As such, industries that are historically water intensive will face mounting pressure from consumers and government agencies to curb consumption. To get ahead of such threats, companies should be adopting methods of synthesizing products that do not involve water as heavily. This report aims to identify where innovation in materials manufacturing can have the greatest impact in reducing water consumption and strategies materials companies should take in implementing such technologies.

The Future of the Composites Industry

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Planned Publication Date: Q2 2020

The composites industry is growing rapidly with the development of new technologies and market applications, but still remains very small compared to other incumbent materials like steel or aluminum. This report will take a holistic view on the state of the composites industry — encompassing both glass and carbon fiber alike — identifying key drivers and challenges and discuss strategies to grow the overall industry pie rather than simply competing over current markets.