e-Power Technology

Hall-Effect Thrusters from Busek to Propel Artemis Gateway 

As space missions probe deeper and last longer, electrified propulsion systems powered by Hall-effect thrusters are proving their mettle. One company leading the way is Busek, a pioneer in Hall-Effect technology for aerospace whose thrusters will be aboard NASA Artemis missions seeking the return of humans to the moon. […]

Research & Development

Breakthrough in Magnetic Quantum Material Paves Way for Ultra-Fast Sustainable Computers

The discovery of new quantum materials with magnetic properties are believed to pave the way for ultra-fast and considerably more energy efficient computers and mobile devices. So far, these types of materials have been shown to work only in extremely cold temperatures. Now, a research team at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden are the first to make a device made of a two-dimensional magnetic material work in at room temperature. […]

Magnetics/Assemblies

Magnetron Leader Angstrom Sciences Appoints New Sales Head 

Angstrom Sciences, a world leader in magnetron technology, has appointed Carlos Briceno to be director of sales and marketing, charged with directing the growth of the company’s global sales activities as well as the development of its integration and channel partners. The move was announced by Mark Bernick, president.  […]

e-Power Technology

In-Wheel Motor Key Component in Hyundai Mobis Electrification Platform 

Hyundai Mobis is going all out to demonstrate its electrification-centric vision for the automobile industry, seeking to grow dramatically as a leading innovator and manufacturer of powertrain and other systems for electric vehicles. A permanent-magnet in-wheel motor with associated control system is a key technology being developed to reach new levels of torque and steering performance. […]

Electromagnetics

Leonardo DRS Receives Over $1 Billion to Support U.S. Navy’s Columbia-Class Submarine Program

Leonardo DRS, Inc. recently announced that it has been awarded contracts valued at over $1 billion, when fully funded, to provide the integrated electric propulsion components for the U.S. Navy’s next-generation Columbia-class submarine. […]

e-Power Technology

GKN Automotive & Magneti Ljubljana (developer of new filament for 3D printing of bonded magnets) Key Partners on Euro R&D Project for Sustainability e-Motor 

A €4m research and development program to develop a lower cost, more efficient and power dense permanent magnet e-motor for electric vehicles is being funded by the European Community. Inspired by ambitious sustainability objectives, the […]