Why the West Needs to Secure Heavy Rare Earths for the Future of Advanced Manufacturing
Recent export restrictions by China on essential rare earth elements such as dysprosium and terbium have highlighted the global significance of these materials. As China introduces new licensing requirements, particularly for elements utilized in high-performance magnets, manufacturers worldwide are coming to terms with the reality that access to critical inputs can no longer be taken for granted.
How the Yellow School Bus is Helping Modernize the US Grid
According to a recent report from the US Energy Information Administration, energy consumption reached record levels in 2024, and demand shows no signs of slowing down. This follows a report indicating that the US grid must increase its capacity to generate and deliver electricity by 16 percent within the next four years to meet growing energy needs.
Protecting Our Grid Lines
Utilities are under increasing pressure to enhance the resilience and reliability of their power delivery systems amid increasingly severe weather patterns. While there has been substantial discussion about the icing of wind turbine blades, the physical means of distributing energy has received comparatively less attention. Wind farm components are adopting the latest technologies to modernize their fleets and extend their lifespan.
The Wrong Mix Can Bring Down Your Turbine
Ensuring the reliability and efficiency of wind turbines necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the fluids that keep them operating smoothly. Compatibility testing plays a crucial role in preventing costly problems that arise from mixing incompatible lubricants. This article delves into the importance of fluid compatibility testing in power generation, emphasizing its capacity to enhance equipment reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
Latest News
– **BAE Systems’ Electric Drive System Demonstrates High Fuel Economy in Federal Testing**
BAE Systems’ innovative Gen3 electric drive system has successfully completed testing at the Federal Transit Administration’s Bus Research and Testing Center, showcasing best-in-class fuel economy and emissions results. The system produced an average fuel economy of 6.6 miles per gallon during testing, setting a new benchmark for hybrid-electric buses in North America.
– **Yaskawa America, Inc. Announces Expansion Plans and North American Headquarters Relocation**
Yaskawa America Inc. will invest at least $180 million and create over 700 high-paying jobs in Wisconsin. This significant expansion will consolidate its Illinois and Wisconsin facilities into a single campus in Franklin, Wisconsin, over the next 8-10 years.
– **LF Energy Summit Europe to Examine Open Source Solutions for the Energy Transition**
LF Energy has announced the lineup of sessions for its Summit Europe, scheduled for September 10-11, 2025, in Aachen, Germany. The summit will gather stakeholders to collaborate and share best practices for developing open-source technologies and standards in the energy sector.
– **Stryten Energy’s Li600 Material Handling Battery Now Available from Hyster-Yale**
Stryten Energy LLC announced that its M-Series Li600 batteries are now certified for use in Hyster Power Cellect and Yale Power Key equipped trucks, enhancing efficiency and performance in material handling applications.
– **Solar Car Challenge Brings Teens from Across U.S. to Texas for Epic Race**
Twenty-seven high school teams from nine states will compete in the 32nd annual Solar Car Challenge at Texas Motor Speedway, aiming to see which team’s car can travel the greatest distance.
– **Factorial Launches Gammatron, AI-Enabled Digital Twin Platform to Accelerate Battery Innovation**
Factorial has introduced Gammatron, an AI-driven simulation platform designed to streamline the development of next-generation batteries by optimizing performance predictions and validations.
– **SEG Solar Announces First Section 45X Tax Credit Sale**
SEG Solar has completed its first transaction for the sale of Section 45X Advanced Manufacturing Production Tax Credits, worth up to $50 million. This marks a significant financial milestone for the company, enhancing its capacity for domestic solar module production.
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