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Magnetic Materials That Could Replace Rare Earths in EV Motors | IDTechEx Research Article
Many will be aware of the concerns around rare earth materials, such as price volatility and environmental impact. One way to alleviate concerns is by adopting magnetic materials that do not contain rare earths. Based on IDTechEx's latest research report on "Electric Motors for Electric Vehicles 2025-2035: Technologies, Materials, Markets, and Forecasts", this article will cover some of the most promising alternatives and their trade-offs.
Emerging Haptic Actuators to Disrupt the Market, Says IDTechEx | IDTechEx Research Article
Haptics might fly under the radar, but they form a major industry that offers serious user experience benefits to consumers. IDTechEx forecasts a US$7.1 billion market for haptic technology in 2035, with much of the growth in this market being fueled by the adoption of haptics in new classes of device.
Passenger Detection and Nighttime Safety - IDTechEx Explores Infrared | IDTechEx Research Article
Over a million cars today use long-wave infrared (LWIR) as an add-on within optional night driving systems. By 2027, IDTechEx predicts that these infrared cameras will be commonly installed as part of ADAS systems, providing night vision and abilities to either kickstart the autonomous emergency braking (AEB) system or alert the driver.
Permanent Magnet and WRSM - IDTechEx Explores EV Motors | IDTechEx Research Article
Permanent magnet (PM) motors have dominated the BEV market for years and continue to do so, providing the best efficiency and power density for a variety of EV applications. Magnet-free wound rotor synchronous motors (WRSM) are a primary alternative to PM motors, with adoption seen from players like Renaut and BMW, while induction motors are useful for short acceleration bouts in dual motor vehicles as they are low cost and have no rolling drag when not in use.
Upcoming Webinar on Commercializing Autonomous Vehicles | IDTechEx Research Article
Monday 9 December 2024 - Commercializing Autonomous Vehicles: Robotaxis, Robobuses and Robotrucks; Case studies of key robotaxi players and their deployments; Analysis of robotaxi testing, performance, and deployments; Outlook of how the robotaxi industry will grow and scale in coming years; Market outlook of key Roboshuttles, Autonomous Buses and Autonomous Truck players and their deployments; Analysis of Autonomous Truck TCO in different regions; Outlook of how the Roboshuttles, Autonomous Buses industry will grow and scale in coming years
Regulation is Reshaping the Electric LCV Landscape | IDTechEx Research Article
As governments stretch to meet their Paris Agreement goals and other sustainability targets, global demand for light-duty road freight is set to more than double between 2020 and 2050. A growing global population, rising income levels, and a booming e-commerce industry all factor into this increase in demand.
Driverless Routes & Roboshuttles - IDTechEx Discusses Autonomous Buses | IDTechEx Research Article
The development of autonomous buses and roboshuttles is likely to continue somewhat slowly due to a lack of funding and regulatory challenges. However, IDTechEx highlights the next stages of developments within their report, and with the already commercialized examples of autonomous city buses and minibusses, success in the industry is increasingly likely.
Helium and Its Potential Alternatives - Exploring the Helium Market | IDTechEx Research Article
Utilizing alternatives to helium where possible could allow for a greater conservation of helium, which could prove to be necessary for the market going forward. IDTechEx reports that since 2005, there have been 4 supply shortages of helium, each resulting in high price volatility, with the price of helium having almost doubled since 2021.
Upcoming Webinar on Electric Light Commercial Vehicles | IDTechEx Research Article
Thursday 5 December 2024 - Electric Light Commercial Vehicles: The Present and Future of Cargo; An overview of the global LCV industry; The role of regulation in LCV electrification; Key sales trends and manufacturers across global markets; Total costs of ownership (TCO) for eLCVs; Hydrogen fuel cell and plug-in hybrid LCVs
Getting Electric Planes Off The Ground | IDTechEx Research Article
The scale of the challenges faced by electric aviation, with weight, range, ownership costs, and even carbon footprint, all need consideration. Despite this, IDTechEx believes that current technical trends combined with achievable business use cases will generate significant electric plane uptake in the future.
Progress and Expectations for Zero-Emission Drivetrain Technology | IDTechEx Research Article
Electric vehicles (EVs) have seen tremendous growth historically, but growth has slowed somewhat in 2024. The goal of automakers is to reduce the cost of making EVs, both to improve their profit margins on existing vehicles and to make lower-cost models more feasible.
The Autonomous Car Industry in 2024: Three Key Takeaways | IDTechEx Research Article
Autonomous driving technologies have seemingly been on the horizon for the last decade, maybe more. Over the past four years, level 3 technologies have been certified for consumer use on public roads, hands-off/eyes-on driving has solidified as a market segment, and commercial driverless robotaxi services have become available to the public.
Autonomous Vehicle Industries Now and in 10 Years | IDTechEx Research Article
Over the past couple of years, IDTechEx has reported on the emergence of commercial robotaxi services but has always needed to caveat this with the fact that they have been heavily restricted. Well, in 2024, the shackles are coming off, and the industry is getting ready for take-off.
Webinar: Regulations & Technologies Set to Transform EV Market in 2025 | IDTechEx Research Article
Thursday 21 November 2024 - Despite a Challenging Year, Regulations and Technologies Are Set to Transform the Electric Vehicle Market in 2025; Deep dive into global and regional sales figures up to H1 2024, including PHEV and BEV sales, and key OEMs; Overview of the Li-ion battery market by cathode and capacity (kWh); Breakdown of the EU CO2 regulations and positioning of OEMs in advance of 2025 rule changes; Growth of the electric pickup market in the US, and EPA/CARB regulation breakdown; Technology trends, 800V architectures, and evolving motor choices; Market outlook until 2045
Driver to Car Communication - IDTechEx Explores Heads-Up Displays | IDTechEx Research Article
Communication between passengers and the vehicle is clearer with HUDs, which can make for a safer journey. Customization is also a highly desirable feature for drivers when choosing how they interact with their vehicle.
Autonomy and Eliminating Emissions - Exploring the Automotive Future | IDTechEx Research Article
The future of the automotive industry is heading towards the acceptance of automation and the enforcement of electrification. Despite the crossover of these two phenomena becoming increasingly present within the automotive industry, automation and electrification individually offer unique environmental and safety benefits to vehicles and their passengers.
Webinar: Charging Infrastructure to Power the EV Transition | IDTechEx Research Article
Tuesday 19 November 2024 - Electric car sales and market growth analysis; Key charging trends, including cable-based conduction and other technologies; Charging beyond private cars, including MW charging for trucks and fleet charging, and DC fast charging; Market overview of the charging infrastructure industry, including key player performance; Off-grid charging solutions for rural, industrial, and grid constrained situations
How Do LWIR Cameras Fit Into Vehicles of Today and in the Future? | IDTechEx Research Article
The Society of Automotive Engineers defines 6 levels (0 to 5) of autonomy available to vehicles, ranging from level 0 (no automation) to level 5 (full automation). To achieve level 4+, automotive OEMs and tier-one suppliers are required to expand their sensor suites beyond conventional cameras and radar, accompanied by reliable software to perceive the vehicle's surroundings.
The US Election - Consequences for Automotive and Electrification | IDTechEx Research Article
On Tuesday, November 5th, millions of Americans went to the polls to vote for the 47th President of the United States. The results were emphatic: a second Trump administration and a Republican-controlled Senate. While this election will impact many aspects of the global economy, what do these results entail for one of the world's biggest automotive markets?
The Hydrogen Value Chain, Emerging Power and Aviation Applications | IDTechEx Research Article
Hydrogen and its derivatives (e.g. ammonia, methanol) will be crucial in decarbonizing diverse sectors and serving as energy carriers for global renewable energy transport. As a result, the market is seeing increased commercial interest from technology providers, engineering services, and project developers eager to capitalize on this expanding opportunity.
Heavy-Weight to Feather-Weight - Sustainable Future Aviation | IDTechEx Research Article
Decarbonizing aviation could be the next big step for the sustainable transportation industry, and with the popularity of both national and international travel, there is opportunity emerging for both electric and hydrogen-powered planes.
Battery Material Shifts in the Li-ion Market | IDTechEx Research Article
IDTechEx forecasts the global Li-ion market to reach over US$400 billion by 2035. This article explores the key material trends shaping the Li-ion battery market, particularly the rise of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) and shifts in graphite material.
Webinar: Enabling Emerging Industries Through Thermal Management | IDTechEx Research Article
Wednesday 13 November 2024 - Enabling Emerging Industries Through Thermal Management in 2024 and Beyond; Thermal management fluids and greater component integration in EVs; EV power electronics and its emerging thermal management needs; Adoption of new thermal management systems in data centers; How the above trends impact thermal interface materials and their application
Chinese Carmakers Make a Big Statement in Paris, Despite Trade Tariffs | IDTechEx Research Article
Chinese carmakers of all segments and sizes were the hottest talking points at The Paris Motor Show this year, as they hoped to sway potential customers who may never have even heard of them before the event. But why have Chinese carmakers decided that Europe is the next market to expand into?
Webinar: EV Drivetrain Technology to Enable Lower Cost Vehicles | IDTechEx Research Article
Monday 11 November 2024 - New lower cost battery chemistries (e.g. LFP, LMFP, etc.); More efficient and lower bill of materials motors (rare earth free, alternative magnet materials); The evolution of alternative power electronics technologies (SiC, GaN, etc.)
Emerging Trends and Key Markets in 2.5D and 3D Semiconductor Packaging | IDTechEx Research Article
Emerging advanced semiconductor packaging technologies, such as 2.5D and 3D hybrid bonding, are crucial for enhancing system performance across various applications such as AI and high-performance computing. This article explores the technology development trends in 2.5D and 3D packaging technologies and the key market growth drivers.
Webinar: Disruptive Technology Innovation in the Global Sensor Market | IDTechEx Research Article
Thursday 7 November 2024 - Which Technology Innovations Will Be Most Disruptive in the Global Sensor Market? An overview of meta-trends shaping the sensor market landscape; A summary of major market verticals, product types and leading technologies; Coverage of near-term trends in sensor technology development, adoption and integration - including the impact of AI on edge sensing; An overview of disruptive emerging sensor technologies recently commercialized, their value proposition, advantages and market challenges. This includes printed sensors, quantum sensors, emerging image sensors, biosensors, gas sensors and nanocarbon sensors; Case studies in fast growing markets for sensors technology, both established and emerging, such as future mobility, wearables and IoT (industrial, consumer and environmental); Initial ten-year forecasting insights and sensor market outlook for the next ten years
How Magnets Are Reshaping Rare Earth Supply, Demand, and Recovery | IDTechEx Research Article
The electrification of vehicle fleets globally continues to create demand for rare earth magnets. With China being the largest electric vehicle market, rare earth permanent magnet motors are expected to retain the majority of the electric motor market share.
Hydrogen Aviation Has to Be Done Properly or Not at All | IDTechEx Research Article
The technology used on the planes and the source of the hydrogen needs to be considered carefully before the industry can celebrate significant carbon reductions. If done incorrectly, hydrogen planes could be worse for the environment than existing jet fuel-powered planes.
Total Cost of Ownership Will Fuel the EV Construction Industry | IDTechEx Research Article
In spite of the benefits of electric construction machines, IDTechEx finds that financial savings in the total cost of ownership (TCO) of machines will be the primary benefit that drives the electrification of the industry.
Upcoming Webinar: Strategic Roadmap for EV Charging | IDTechEx Research Article
Thursday 24 October 2024 - Strategic Roadmap for EV Charging: Market Trends, Emerging Tech, and Opportunities; Market Overview: A comprehensive analysis of global EV charging infrastructure, including public, private, and fleet solutions, and insights into key regions such as China, Europe, and the US; Emerging Technologies: Discover innovations like megawatt charging, wireless charging, battery swapping, and off-grid solar solutions that are redefining the EV charging experience; Competitive Landscape: Insights into key market players, product benchmarking, and strategic positioning, including the impact of market consolidation and V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) solutions; Challenges and Opportunities: Explore the technical challenges of high-power charging, grid limitations, and the latest on megawatt charging standards for heavy-duty vehicles
The Two Long-Wave Infrared Innovations Required for a US$500M Market | IDTechEx Research Article
Although over 1.2 million on-road vehicles have thermal LWIR camera technology installed, this is 0.08% of the estimated total of 1.5 billion vehicles on roads worldwide. For LWIR cameras to fill their potential in the automotive market, drivers in regulation and innovation are a requirement.