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Samsung develops Long-lifetime water-washable ceramic catalyst filter for air purification
Samsung today introduced a new air filter technology that simultaneously collects particulate matter (PM) and decomposes Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) and can be used for 20 years through simple water washing. A study about the technology was published in the journal Nature Communications. Samsung plans to expand the research into accelerating the commercialization of long-lifetime…
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Kodak announces world’s fastest inkjet web press – KODAK PROSPER 7000 Turbo Press
Kodak today unveiled the revolutionary KODAK PROSPER 7000 Turbo Press at its inkjet facility in Dayton, Ohio. Kodak’s new inkjet web press uses KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology offering printing speeds of up to 410 mpm (1,345 fpm) or up to 5,523 A4 ppm, which is almost 35% faster than its nearest competitor. Kodak PROSPER 7000…
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Murata announces highly accurate three-in-one soil sensor for data-driven sustainable agriculture
Murata today announced a highly accurate three-in-one soil sensor for data-driven sustainable agriculture. By simultaneously monitoring the electrical conductivity (EC), water content and temperature of the soil, the sensor enables farmers to maximize the yield and quality of crops while minimizing resources such as water and fertilizers. Knowing the water content of the soil enables…
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JAXA and Honda to Begin a Feasibility Study on a Circulative Renewable Energy System in Space
The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and Honda today announced the plan to begin a joint feasibility study on a circulative renewable energy system in space. The circulative renewable energy system is designed to supply oxygen, hydrogen, and electricity for human outposts and rovers. One of the solutions to obtain them in space without resupply…
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Toyota and Hino to Jointly Develop Class 8 Fuel Cell Electric Truck for North America
With the rapidly expanding interest in heavy-duty electric trucks, Toyota and Hino have agreed to jointly develop a Class 8 fuel cell electric truck (FCET) for the North American market. Both the companies will leverage the newly developed Hino XL Series chassis with Toyota’s proven fuel cell technology to deliver exceptional capability without harmful emissions.…
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LG Announces World’s First Craft Ice Refrigerator
LG threw the ultimate home entertainment-themed party with a multi-room pop-up bar in New York City last week and invited guests to raise a glass to the industry’s first-ever refrigerator to produce large, slow-melting ice – LG InstaView Door-in-Door Refrigerators with Craft Ice. Along with cooling and styling upgrades, the new LG InstaView Refrigerators are…
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Mitsubishi Electric Testing Wind LIDAR and Water Vapor DIAL for Early Forecasting of Torrential Rain
Mitsubishi Electric announced today that it has started demonstration testing of a new system equipped with wind LIDAR (light detection and ranging) and water vapor DIAL (differential absorption LIDAR) measuring methods for the early forecasting of torrential rain. The system incorporates a newly developed high-output-power waveguide laser amplifier that delivers what is believed to be…
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Samsung WW8800M Washing Machine with QuickDrive technology speeds up laundry chores with an AI-powered intelligent assistance
Samsung today announced its revolutionary new washing machine technology QuickDrive set to be unveiled at IFA 2017 in Berlin. Samsung’s QuickDrive technology cuts washing time by 50% and energy use by 20% without compromising the cleaning performance. Its unique Q-Drum consists of a large main drum and a plate in the back that rotates independently.…
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Hitachi Maxell launches LED Lantern that generates electricity by using water and salt
Hitachi Maxell today announced the launch of an LED-based lantern Mizusion that generates electricity by using water and salt. You only need salt and water to power the Mizusion. Just pour salt and water into top of the light and turn it on. The lamp will run for around 80 hours, providing illumination of around…
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Panasonic develops world’s first thermoelectric cooling roller without using any water
Panasonic announced today world’s first thermoelectric device cooling roller without using any water. The Panasonic thermoelectric system also reduces time and cost on maintenances, for the periodical water exchange and cleaning are not necessary. For two-sided printing with commercial use printers, after printing on one side of the sheet, the water cooling type roller is…
