December 2018
Battery interfaces for locomotives
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Batteries need converters as connecting interface, e.g. in e-mobility, renewable energies or data centers. The video shows how ETH Zurich and Bombardier now developed an extremely compact and efficient converter for locomotives.
3D printing of soft medical implants
Videos
So far, only rigid materials have been accessible to 3D printing. ETH spin-off Spectroplast revolutionizes additive manufacturing and enables customized implants made from soft silicone.
Small capsules with big impact
Alessandro Ofner and Michael Hagander, two ETH Pioneer Fellows, developed the patented technology in the field of microcapsules and microparticles that enables size control, precise dosing and increased stability. The Microcaps team redefines precision standards for daily products in food, cosmetics, and pharma.