As the global mobility industry accelerates toward full electrification, the performance demands placed on electrical connection systems have intensified. Automotive and commercial vehicle OEMs, along with suppliers, engineers, and procurement professionals, are under pressure …
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Webinar: New twin-screw extrusion – Powering the next generation of battery manufacturing – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorFrom the lab to gigafactory, twin-screw extrusion (TSE) is highly beneficial in battery research and development due to its ability to produce superior electrode quality. This method is recognized for its effective distributive and …
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USA Rare Earth acquires Less Common Metals to accelerate its mine-to-magnet strategy – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorUSA Rare Earth (USAR) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based rare earth metal and alloy producer Less Common Metals (LCM). The acquisition secures USAR’s access to high-quality rare earth metal and …
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When it comes to lithium-ion batteries in EVs, the stakes are high. A single malfunctioning cell can trigger thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrollable rise in temperature and pressure that can result in fires or explosions. …
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Henkel expands its flagship manufacturing facility in South Dakota to serve the EV industry – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorThe Adhesive Technologies business of Henkel, a manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and functional coatings, has expanded its manufacturing facility in Brandon, South Dakota. The site has doubled in size from 35,000 square feet to …
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Qnovo and Sonatus partner to deliver AI-powered battery safety software for EVs – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorQnovo has partnered with Sonatus to drastically reduce the time needed to integrate advanced battery diagnostics into EVs, from months to just days. The partnership combines Qnovo’s Health and Safety Diagnostics (HSD), which reports …
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Niron Magnetics licenses new variable flux motor design patents – Top Topic
by Editorby EditorUS-based magnet manufacturer Niron Magnetics has licensed a portfolio of foundational variable flux motor (VFM) patents. The portfolio covers motor design technologies that, when combined with Niron’s rare earth-free Iron Nitride magnets, enable high …
Delta Air Lines partners with Maeve to refine regional hybrid-electric airliners – Top Topic
Delta Air Lines has announced a partnership with Dutch electric plane maker Maeve to support the development of a new hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, Delta will provide operational support …
Emobi and Curo partner to deliver EV charging access for US fleets – Top Topic
EV infrastructure provider Emobi has formed a partnership with Curo, a Virtual Depot platform that enables leasable EV charging for fleets across the US. Through the collaboration, Curo gains access to Emobi’s network of …
Argonne scientists develop protective coating to boost solid-state battery stability – Top Topic
Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have developed a method to coat sulfide-based solid electrolytes to improve chemical stability and reduce manufacturing costs. The process uses atomic layer deposition (ALD) …