Smart Packaging will become a US$2.6 billion market by 2033, says IDTechEx
IDTechEx predicts that the smart packaging market will grow to US$2.6 billion by 2033. Source: IDTechEx - "Smart Packaging 2023-2033".
The "Hidden" opportunity in low-loss materials for 5G
When thinking of the applications of low-loss materials in 5G devices, the first that comes to mind for most is 5G smartphones.
Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Paves Way to Data-Centric Future
If the future were to be categorized in one word, it would be "data-centric". For decades, IC vendors have designed chips that have all functions integrated on the same die; however, scaling monolithic IC becomes more difficult and costly as the industry sees the slowdown of Moore's law. IC vendors have been pushed towards "advanced semiconductor packaging" to meet the world's data needs.
IDTechEx discusses the effect Walmart's RFID Mandate will have on RFID adoption in retail
The big news in the RFID industry at the start of 2022 was Walmart's announcement — the world's leading retailer revealed plans to expand RFID use from retail apparel to other retail departments.
Low-cost sensing assists climate adaptation, says IDTechEx
'What gets measured gets managed' is a well-known adage in business, but could it also be applied to mitigating the effects of climate change? The recently published IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change) report emphasizes the importance of adaptation alongside emission reduction. Tracking the effects of climate change is crucial in informing policy to reduce its effects.
The market momentum in RFID, discussed by IDTechEx
Almost two years after the COVID-19 outbreak began, the world is still in the tunnel. Despite the negative impact the pandemic has caused, there are some positive sides. For example, it accelerates digitalisation - businesses are pushed to adopt technologies quicker to improve production as well as management efficiency.
IDTechEx discusses the potential of printed piezoelectric sensors
Printed pressure sensors are a well-established technology, having been used for applications such as car occupancy sensors, electric pianos, and some medical devices. To date, such sensors have always been based on piezoresistive materials, in which applying pressure increases conductivity. In contrast, despite extensive R&D printed piezoelectric sensors, in which applying pressure produces…
IDTechEx discusses four challenges that 5G Open RAN advocates must solve
As of mid-2021, 5G is a reality in at least 78 nations. 5G is now being used in consumer sectors such as 5G smartphones, 5G broadband (fixed wireless access), and augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR) games. In the foreseeable future, IDTechEx anticipates seeing widespread use of 5G in corporate areas such as industry 4.0, autonomous cars, and so on.
IDTechEx discusses RFID in 2021 and what to expect for the future
Despite a 5% drop in the global RFID market in 2020 compared to 2019, due to the impact of COVID-19, the market has recovered well in 2021, says IDTechEx in its latest report.
EV material and component opportunities outside the battery cell -IDTechEx report
When talking about the electric vehicle (EV) market, a great amount of emphasis is put on the battery cells - and rightly so. They govern the total storage capacity, impact energy density, and are a critical supply chain consideration when scaling up to meet the growing EV demand. However, EVs present a great range of opportunities outside of the battery cells, says IDTechEx.
Will Huawei survive? A comprehensive analysis from IDTechEx
Under US sanctions, Huawei's revenue in the first half of 2021 was RMB 320.4 billion, which despite COVID-19 is a 38% decrease from RMB 454 billion in the same period last year; Xu Zhijun, Huawei's rotating chairman, pointed out that Huawei's goal is to survive.
Is it finally time for printed temperature sensors?
Think of a temperature sensor - and a traditional glass thermometer, or perhaps a small thermistor would probably spring to mind. However, a new class of temperature sensor is rapidly emerging that offers spatial resolution together with a thin-film format.
5G small cells for connected industries: Benefits, challenges, and opportunities
A fully digitalised and connected world was unimaginable for us a couple of years ago. However, thanks to the development of 5G, this vision is in sight, says IDTechEx.
IDTechEx explores 5G from 2022 onward: deployment status, industry challenges, and market outlook
IDTechEx has been researching 5G-related topics for many years, and has released its most recent version of the 5G market research report "5G Technology, Market and Forecasts 2022-2032". This market research and business intelligence report investigates the key technical, industrial, and regional aspects affecting the rapidly expanding 5G market.
IDTechEx forecasts market for fully printed sensors will reach 4.9 billion by 2032
Printed and flexible sensors constitute the largest printed electronics market outside of displays. Indeed, IDTechEx forecasts that the market for fully printed sensors will reach 4.9 billion by 2032.
Repurposing fossil fuel assets: New options available, says IDTechEx
Thoughtful fossil majors are thinking beyond the obvious, says Raghu Das, CEO of analysts IDTechEx.
Pandemic accelerates adoption of electronic skin patches, reports IDTechEx
Electronic skin patches represent one wearable technology product type that is well suited for physiological monitoring. Placing a connected electronic device onto the skin via an adhesive provides a platform which can house many different types of sensor, most prominently for medical monitoring of the wearer.
45 million 5G small cells will be installed by 2031, says report
After years of waiting, 5G is finally here. 5G not only greatly improves network experiences for mobile consumers, but more importantly, will bring digitalisation into every industry, revolutionising our society. However, this vision will not be realized without small cell development.
COVID-19 helps drive electronic skin patches market to $10bn in 2021, finds new IDTechEx report
IDTechEx has released its latest report on Electronic Skin Patches. The report, titled "Electronic Skin Patches 2021-2031", covers the market, technology, and players in this unique product sector, and predicts that the sector will be worth $10bn in annual revenue in 2021.
IDTechEx explores graphene for 6G communications
6G communications need graphene, says IDTechEx in its latest report.
Your kids won't learn to drive: IDTechEx explains why
Learning to drive is a coming-of-age moment many kids (and parents sick of being taxi services) dream about. But all of this - the tears, the tests, the parallel parking - could become relegated to the realm of nostalgia alongside VHS tapes and flip phones. This is due to the massive focus on automation sweeping the personal transport industry.
Big gains for low-loss materials in the 5G market, reports IDTechEx
5G roll-out is in full swing, with 144 5G networks launched and 90 more expected in 2021. Over 200 5G devices are now on the market and 5G is expected to reach one in five people by the end of 2021. A new IDTechEx report outlines the key material challenges as the 5G deployment continues.
Low-cost flexible displays poised for growth, finds IDTechEx
As increasing numbers of devices gain electronic functionality, many new applications will require some sort of display. This growth in functional, wirelessly connected devices is an exciting technological transition that could radically reshape how we interact with previously inanimate objects. The opportunities are especially pronounced for low-cost displays that can be incorporated into cheap…
IDTechEx discusses opportunities for additively manufactured electronics
Additively manufactured electronics is an emerging approach that takes printed electronics into the third dimension. Printing both structural material and conductive traces offers benefits that include extensive design freedom, rapid development iterations, and more compact devices. IDTechEx divides the sector into two aspects: 'fully additive' and 'printing onto 3D surfaces'. Both have multiple…
IDTechEx explores particle-free conductive inks as an advantageous alternative
Conductive inks are a long-established technology, with silver flake-based inks used extensively in multiple industries, including solar panels and glucose test strips. However, technology rarely stands still, and there is extensive innovation within the conductive ink space. Particle-free inks are an especially promising example with multiple advantages and applications.