Magnetic Components from Exxelia Key to Mission Success of NISAR Satellite
A collaboration between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organization, NISAR will use synthetic aperture radar to monitor nearly all the planet’s land- and ice-covered surfaces twice every 12 days. The satellite was launched July 30 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre on India’s southeastern coast. Onboard are sophisticated magnetic inductors from Exxxelia that have critical function for the mission’s success.
Collins Aerospace Pushes e-Aviation Technology to New Heights with Family of Powerful PM Motors &
Generators
Powered by its breakthrough 1MW permanent-magnet motor, bolstered by a new lab for advanced electric systems and developing a 1MW generator for the military, Collins Aerospace is lifting electric propulsion and electrified power for aviation to new heights. Engineers at the company are developing a family of motors and integrated power systems for broad application in future hybrid and fully electric aircraft as they participate in a range of R&D projects spanning North America and Europe.
USA Rare Earth Accelerates Mine-to-Magnet Strategy with the Transformative Acquisition of Less Common Metals
USA Rare Earth, Inc. recently announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire LCM, the world’s most established ex-China rare earth metal and alloy producer. The acquisition represents a significant acceleration of USAR’s mine-to-magnet strategy, establishing an end-to-end rare earth supply chain.
Tech Tips: RECOM Explains How Planar Transformers Benefit DC/DC Converter Design
Transformers can be a thorn in the side of designers of DC/DC converters. They are bulky, expensive and can be hard to manufacture. Find out how planar transformers can boost quality and lower the cost of low-wattage DC/DC converter designs in a helpful presentation from RECOM, a specialist in the development and manufacture of standard and custom DC/DC and AC/DC converters located in Austria.
