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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. […]

Materials/Manufacturing

Rare Earths Company Aclara Allies with VAC to Develop Permanent Magnet Supply Chain

Aclara Resources Inc. has announced that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with VACUUMSCHMELZE GmbH & Co. KG (“VAC”), which establishes a non-binding, non-exclusive, preliminary agreement, to jointly approach potential clients as a “mine-to-magnets” […]

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Magnetic Insight Primes for Growth in Magnetic Particle Imaging Technology 

Magnetic Insight, a pioneering developer of magnetic particle imaging technology, has made significant advancements recently as it prepares to make the big jump from pre-clinical to clinical use. The company reports several developments including the appointment of Chris Raanes as the new CEO and $3 million in grant funding. The funds include a joint grant with The University of California at Berkeley to dramatically improve the spatial resolution of MPI, and a National Institute of Health grant to drive the sensitivity of MPI to the physics limits. […]

e-Power Technology

BMW Transforms to Electric Drive Technology via Massive Investment in New Plant & Equipment 

Automaker BMW is racing to align its production sites around the world to accommodate new electric drive designs as it transforms to an electric vehicle powerhouse. The movement is all-encompassing – involving new vehicle and permanent-magnet powertrain designs instead of internal combustion power, leading to massive investments in new plant and equipment. […]