Dyson’s terms say any idea sent to it is non-confidential and free for Dyson to use in its products. It runs the James Dyson Award, a prize for inventions by engineering undergraduates and recent graduates. It bought Sakti3.
“Since 2005, the Award has challenged entrepreneurial undergraduates and recent graduates of engineering to tackle a global problem, from environmental issues to improving healthcare practices.”
What you agree to by sending something
“Any material, information or idea you transmit to or post on this Site by any means will be treated as non-confidential and non-proprietary, and may be disseminated or used by Dyson for any purpose whatsoever, including, but not limited to, developing, manufacturing and marketing products.”
What it says it looks for
“The best entries solve a real problem, are clearly explained, show iterative development, provide evidence of prototyping and have supporting imagery and a video.”
What it has bought from outside
2015
Sakti3 (solid-state batteries) from Sakti3 shareholders $90 million
“Dyson acquired the remaining stake in Sakti3 for $90 million in October 2015.” en.wikipedia.org
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