Powercast Corporation (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), a leader in radio-frequency (RF)-based long-range over-the-air wireless power technology, and Liquid X (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania), an advanced manufacturer of functional metallic inks with prototype-to-production design and manufacturing capabilities, recently announced a printed electronics venture to enable garment manufacturers to easily integrate wireless power functionality into durable, flexible, high performance and washable e-textiles.
Identiv, Inc. (Fremont, California) has developed a new body temperature measurement patch. The near field communication (NFC)-enabled transponder supports the reopening of public spaces, including theme parks and stadiums, and helps operators keep attendees and employees comfortable, confident, and safe. The product also supports global governments and healthcare workers that need to periodically monitor quarantined patients diagnosed with COVID-19. The new solution combines the simplicity of using NFC and the smart technology potential of the Internet of Things (IoT), making body temperature monitoring easier than ever.
The Evonik specialty chemicals group (Essen, Germany) and Ynvisible Interactive Inc. of Canada have agreed to collaborate in the field of printable electronics.
