Much noise about e-textiles


Exhibitions / Events

What if you could use fibers and nonwovens like the keys of your e-piano or as volume control for your synthesizer? This question is being explored by Michelle Vossen, interdisciplinary designer and educator based in Utrecht and Amsterdam.

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TactoTek achieves 300th granted patent


Companies / Markets

The pioneer in In-Mold Structural Electronics (IMSE) has been granted its 300th patent. This achievement reflects the company’s long-standing commitment to advancing the technology.

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Premiere of electronica Automotive Conference 2025 as part of IAA Mobility


Exhibitions / Events

The electronica Automotive Conference will make its debut as part of IAA MOBILITY – the world’s leading mobility platform – on 10 September 2025 in Munich, Germany. This move aims to bring the conference even closer to key developments and decision-makers in the mobility and automotive sectors.

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Battery technology: "Europe must set new standards"


Companies / Markets

Europe aims to play a leading role in battery cell research and production – but how realistic is this given the dominant competition from Asia? Dr Jonathan Krauß and Dr Richard Schmuch, scientists at the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB in Münster, Germany, believe there are considerable opportunities for companies.

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Phillips Medisize becomes TactoTek licensee


Companies / Markets

The company is set to begin IMSE manufacturing at its facilities in the USA and Mexico, with a focus on key sectors including consumer electronics, defence, automotive and medical technology.

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