TactoTek granted 250th patent for structural smart surfaces


Companies / Markets

TactoTek, global leader in Injection Molded Structural Electronics (IMSE) technology from Oulu (Finland), has received its 250th patent grant spanning 48 patent families.

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The Battery Show Europe 2024 returns to Stuttgart (Germany), the "cradle of the automobile"


Exhibitions / Events

According to organiser Informa Markets Engineering, the trade show (18-20 June 2024 at Messe Stuttgart) expands "to meet growing global demand for EV and hybrid vehicle technology with European solutions, manufacturers and expertise."

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ams OSRAM and DOMINANT Opto Technologies team up to facilitate smart automotive ambient lighting


Companies / Markets

ams OSRAM and DOMINANT Opto Technologies from Malaysia have unveiled a collaborative partnership aimed at integrating ams OSRAM’s Open System Protocol (OSP) into DOMINANT Opto Technologies’ upcoming generation of intelligent RGB LEDs tailored for automotive ambient lighting.

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Heliatek achieves ICE 61215 certification for lightweight and flexible HeliaSol solar film


Companies / Markets

Heliatek, Dresden (Germany), has announced that TÜV Rheinland has awarded the first product of Heliatek’s new generation of HeliaSol solar films the IEC 61215 certificate, confirming the durability of Heliatek’s flexible and lightweight solar film product line. Heliatek calls the certification "a major milestone," confirming its technological leadership.

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E-car market: Fewer new registrations in Germany, but long-term global growth


Companies / Markets

The number of new registrations of electric cars in Germany has fallen in the first few months compared to the previous year. According to experts, the number of electric cars worldwide will increase almost tenfold by 2030.

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