Perovskite Tech news
On July 17, 2026, the University of Cambridge and Toshiba debuted a prototype "Perovskite--Powered Smart Skin" designed for the soft robotics and wearables market. This multi--modal energy--harvesting membrane combines perovskite solar cells with piezoelectric elements, allowing devices to generate power from both ambient light and physical motion. The innovation addresses the power--density challenges of autonomous soft systems, as demonstrated by a self--sustaining robotic hand capable of extended operation without external energy input.