The fall of tech September roundup
As we step into September, the tech landscape continues to evolve rapidly with significant strides within the QRTECH fav fields of electrification, IoT, and automotive.
Here’s a roundup of the latest breakthroughs and innovations.
Samsung’s 50% boosting new solid-state EV Battery
Samsung is gearing up to launch its SS EV battery, promising a 50% range boost (total around 960 km) for electric vehicles, and 9-minute charging. This could be a game-changer for the EV market, enhancing both performance and charging efficiency.
See: RideApart
Mercedes-Benz Advances Autonomous Driving
Mercedes-Benz Advances Autonomous Driving
In an exciting move, Mercedes-Benz has received approval for Level 4 autonomous driving in Beijing. This milestone marks a step closer to fully autonomous vehicles on public roads, potentially transforming urban mobility.
See: Mercedes-Benz and for the different levels of autonomous driving explained
Qualcomm’s Wi-Fi Breakthrough
Albeit an early summer newsbreak this from Qualcomm needs a reminder. The unveiling of their new Wi-Fi technology at Embedded World 2024 will significantly enhance connectivity in smart devices by significantly improving the battery life and speed of IoT networks, making smart devices smarter and more efficient.
See: Qualcomm and the accompanying fact sheet
Magnetic induction heat for the heavy industry
Industrial processes account for approximately a third of most Western country’s carbon dioxide emissions – usually more than the annual emissions from passenger vehicles, trucks, and airplanes combined. Decarbonizing this sector is vital to mitigate climate change.
Stanford researchers have developed an electric induction reactor that could drastically cut industrial emissions, and the researchers promise that the technology “…features a straightforward pathway to scale.”. Well, we can always hope.
See: Stanford Report and thestudy
