he world needs a better way of controlling the flow and utilisation of electrical energy. At the heart of this need is the humble silicon switch, something that typically costs less than 5% of a power control system, yet dictates 75% of the total cost.

For energy, silicon is dead, yet it continues to dominate. Devices based on new semiconductor materials have continued to struggle make impact. Why?

• They are difficult to make

• They only offer incremental improvement over what already exists

• They cost too much

Evince's approach will tear up the rule book. The answer is not a silicon clone, it lies in looking afresh at the possibilities offered by other electronic materials.

In 2009 Evince will announce and demonstrate a new class of electronic devices with inherent high voltage, high temperature and high frequency capabilities.