Ten new technologies were showcased at the show, which was held on 29 April at PARC's base in California.

Products included self-erasing, reuseable paper that prints with a temporary image, meaning the paper can be used repeatedly.

Advances in printheads have also been developed, and Xerox has strengthened its proprietary solid ink technology with improvements in its printhead design.

To reduce electronic waste, scientists from Fuji Xerox have also developed a biomass plastic, partially made from corn stalks.

Xerox chief technology officer and president of the Xerox Innovation Group, Sophie Vandebroek, said: "Our mission is to deliver innovations that solve the problems our customers face today, while creating visionary technologies for tomorrow and beyond.

"Technology touches our lives in major ways and is core to sustainable global growth. Scientists and engineers at Xerox are inspired by the significant impact their work will continue to have on our customers and our company and on society."

Other technologies showcased on the day included an innovative filtration system.

Founded in 1970, PARC is a Xerox company that works directly with enterprises to invent new technologies. In 2002, it was incorporated as a wholly owned subsidiary of Xerox.