Materials/Manufacturing

Mkango’s HyProMag in UK Teams Up with Japan-based Recyler Envipro 

Envipro Holdings, a major metals recycling company based in Japan, and HyProMag located in the UK have begun a collaboration on the recycling of rare earth magnets that will involve operations of both companies in Japan and Europe. The head of Mkango Resources, HyProMag’s parent company, calls it the first step in the roll-out of its recycling technology in Asia.  […]

Electromagnetics

Tech Tips: How EMC-Compatible are Connectors for Shielded Cables?

Electronic switching operations on the printed circuit board cause electromagnetic interference. Reducing these at the point of origin is the best method, but not always possible. Various factors such as the structure of the electronic assembly, the housing, but also the correct selection of the connector and the peripheral cable ensure EMC compatibility. […]

Research & Development

Astroid Clocking: A New Method to Control Magnetic Dynamics in Nanomagnets

Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology found a new way to make small, targeted changes in a magnetic system called artificial spin ice (ASI). ASIs are materials with a wide range of emergent properties, such as computation. Controlling when, where, and how their magnetic domains change can be crucial for technological applications like physical reservoir computing […]

News

ABB Launches Energy-Efficient Motor and Inverter Package for Electric Buses

ABB recently launched an innovative new package, consisting of AMXE250 motor and HES580 inverter, tailored for electric buses. The new propulsion package, designed to work in harmony for a more efficient, reliable, and readily available solution for the industry, marks a significant leap forward in cleaner, more sustainable transportation options. […]