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TDK Corporation has announced the launch of two high-performance fault-tolerant inertial measurement units (IMUs): IIM-46234 and IIM-46230, aimed at enhancing navigation applications. These sensors feature 10-year longevity commitment, 1.9 deg/hr gyroscope bias instability, and are factory calibrated for temperature variations from -40 ºC to 85 ºC. The integration of TDK's SensorFT™ technology enhances fault tolerance and predictive maintenance capabilities. The products cater to sectors like precision agriculture, industrial robots, and autonomous vehicles, making advanced navigation affordable.

TDK Corporation showcased its commitment to developing future athletes through the Rising Stars Clinic during the World Athletics Championships Oregon22. This initiative, held from July 15-24 in Eugene, Oregon, provided 16 young participants the chance to train with elite athletes, including Olympic champions Trey Cunningham and Sinclaire Johnson. The clinic emphasized the importance of teamwork and offered participants firsthand experience of race day preparations, culminating in a relay event.

TDK Ventures has invested in XCOM Labs to accelerate the development of 5G and wireless communication technologies. This partnership aims to enhance bandwidth capacity and reduce latency, targeting a spectrum efficiency increase of over 10x. XCOM's innovations focus on digital transformation across various sectors including entertainment, telemedicine, and smart factories. The investment supports TDK’s vision for a sustainable future through advanced wireless solutions and edge computing, paving the way for immersive extended reality experiences.

TDK Corporation's subsidiary, TDK Ventures, has invested in Verana Networks, a 5G radio access network innovator. This partnership targets the rapidly growing 5G infrastructure market, projected to reach $115 billion by 2026. Verana's RAN solutions promise significant cost savings and improved installation efficiency, crucial for addressing increasing demand for 5G data. With prior funding of over $10 million and interest from industry leaders, Verana aims to enhance 5G deployments with its new software-defined hardware.

TDK Ventures has invested in VueReal, a microLED developer, aiming to enhance its microprinting manufacturing process. This investment supports VueReal's approach to streamline production and improve performance in the display sector, particularly for smartphones, automotive displays, and AR/VR applications. VueReal's innovative method is designed to achieve high precision and yield, allowing for over 100x increase in microLED transfer speed. With the display market valued at $150 billion, this partnership seeks to transform microLED technology into a mainstream solution, offering significant advantages over OLED.

TDK Corporation (TOKYO:6762) has partnered with the World Athletics Championships Oregon22, marking the first time this prestigious event will be hosted in the United States from July 15-24. The company has a long history of sponsorship, dating back to the inaugural event in 1983. TDK will support global athletes with a $100,000 reward for new world records and will showcase its TDK-Lambda power supply at the event. Approximately 2,000 athletes will compete in various events, highlighting TDK's commitment to innovation and technology in sports.

TDK Corporation's subsidiary, TDK Ventures, is hosting DX Week 2022 from April 18-22, featuring over 30 speakers discussing advancements in digital transformation. The event will consist of five sessions covering topics like the Metaverse, Connectivity, Edge Computing, Industry 5.0, and the Future of Mobility. Notable speakers include leaders from IBM, HTC VIVE, NIST, and Texas Instruments. TDK Ventures focuses on investing in startups to drive innovation in materials science and digital transformation. For registration and details, visit the official site.

TDK Corporation's subsidiary, TDK Ventures, has invested in green hydrogen company Verdagy to accelerate hydrogen electrolysis technology commercialization. This investment, part of TDK's commitment to clean technology, follows Verdagy's recent spin-off from Chemetry and aims to scale production of green hydrogen, crucial for decarbonizing industries. The $25M funding round, involving multiple investors, will support Verdagy in demonstrating its first commercial electrolyzer stack. Verdagy's innovative approach combines alkaline and proton-exchange electrolysis, promising low operational costs and compliance with U.S. Department of Energy targets.

Faction, a San Francisco-based startup, is revolutionizing urban transportation with its innovative driverless three-wheel autocycle platform aimed at micro-logistics. Developed at a cost under $30,000 per unit, these electric vehicles are designed to compete with ride-sharing and delivery services. TDK Ventures has partnered with Faction to accelerate the commercialization of this sustainable solution. Faction's unique approach avoids retrofitting existing vehicles, allowing for optimized design tailored for autonomy and reduced congestion, and targets urban trips that typically involve one passenger traveling less than five miles.