Tech Brew shines a spotlight on A*STAR's cutting-edge technologies designed to meet the growing demand for smart and sustainable manufacturing. From AI-driven automation and advanced materials to energy-efficient production methods, A*STAR's innovations are shaping the future of industries by enhancing operational efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and driving sustainable growth.
By integrating Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), automation, and high-throughput technologies, the Accelerated Catalyst Development Platform (ACDP) accelerates catalyst and process development, reducing deployment time by up to five times for sustainability applications such as carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS). In a year, the platform improved CO2 conversion to multiple applications including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), higher alcohols, and light olefins
The Device for Automated Aseptic Sampling (DAAS) simplifies the manufacturing of personalised cell therapies by automating the collection of small samples (0.02–1.00 mL) with minimal waste. It allows at-line monitoring of the process, helping to ensure that the final product meets quality standards. This technology adapts to the unique needs of each cell therapy, making it a key innovation for better and more reliable cell therapy production.
Flat optics platform technology can potentially replace bulky optical components with thin, patterned layers of nanostructures. This makes optical systems smaller, cheaper, and easier to produce using standard Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS) fabrication techniques.
Flexible forming drives next-gen manufacturing by producing complex, customised parts with improved precision, efficiency, and reduced costs. Robotic die-less forming, or incremental sheet forming (ISF), uses a robotic arm and spherical tool to create custom metal parts without expensive dies. A*STAR researchers have advanced this to allow multi-material forming, enhancing strength, flexibility, and thermal resistance. They've also developed auxetic honeycomb cores that improve energy absorption and are easier and cheaper to shape.
CFRPs are crucial in aerospace, automotive, renewable energy, and sports due to their strength-to-weight ratio. CFRP waste is typically managed through conventional methods such as incineration or landfills. A*STAR researchers have developed a way to recover high-quality carbon fibres from this waste, reprocessing them into non-woven mats, promoting resource conservation and a circular economy.
