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A cleaner route to purifying rare earth elements
Rare earth elements like lanthanum, neodymium, and dysprosium are used to build the electric motor in your car, the LED lights in your house, and the MRI machine at your doctor’s office. But first, they have to be mined and separated from each other. Historically, that…
£3.4M UK project targets high-power charging for electric aircraft
Vertical Aerospace will lead a new UK-backed project to develop faster electric aircraft charging and liquid-cooling systems, targeting a key infrastructure problem that could determine how quickly electric aviation moves toward commercial operations. The ECLiPSE (Electrified…
The Hydrogen Stream: green hydrogen production begins at North Sea gas platform
The PosHYdon pilot has produced green hydrogen offshore in the North Sea, while new waste-to-hydrogen, electrolyzer and hydrogen corridor projects advance across Europe and South Korea. The developments highlight growing investment in renewable hydrogen production…
China’s Unitree Robotics Is Leading the Humanoid Revolution
Humanoid robot hardware is advancing quickly. Unitree CEO Wang Xingxing, in his first international interview, explains the possibilities and promises of a revolution. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
ML System presents solar tile for demanding architectural applications
Poland-based ML System has launched PhotonRoof, a BIPV solar tile designed to combine photovoltaic generation with traditional roofing aesthetics. Available in three design lines and multiple finishes, the system targets residential, commercial, and heritage projects requiring…
DSV orders 10 Windrose electric trucks for US-Mexico freight
In partnership with transport company Allogic and charging infrastructure provider Greenspace E-Mobility, logistics firm DSV is set to deploy ten battery-electri > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
New dawn nears for Eve as prototype builds towards transition phase - FlightGlobal
Initial test article returns to flight after three-month lay-up, while developer reveals fresh commercial momentum and regulatory progress. Brazilian electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) developer Eve has its engineering prototype back in the air following a…
Greece to permit balcony solar, storage
Greece has run a public consultation on reforms to rules governing installations for self-consumption that would permit balcony solar up to 800 W. The post Greece to permit balcony solar, storage appeared first on pv magazine Global .
Mercedes introduces long-wheelbase version of the electric GLC in China
Mercedes-Benz has launched the long-wheelbase electric GLC in China, offering three five- and six-seat variants priced from 299 > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
New VICTS Systems from ThinKom Battle Drone Swarms & Provide Transportable Ground Stations
ThinKom’s high-power microwave system Alecto provides “fire-on-the-move” agility to defeat swarms of unmanned aircraft. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Humanoid Robots In The Home - Privacy Protection - United States
In late 2025, Figure AI placed its third-generation humanoid robot into homes for alpha testing. The Figure 03 has hands with 16 degrees of freedom... > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Humanoid Robot News: July 13–20, 2026 (Hyundai Buyout Week) | RoboZaps Blog
This week's humanoid robot news: Hyundai moves to full Boston Dynamics ownership, AgiBot and Unitree debut robots at WAIC 2026, and EngineAI opens the first humanoid fighting league. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
NVIDIA Unveils Hot-water Cooled AI Servers - Dataconomy
NVIDIA data center hardware now uses 113-degree water for cooling, slashing energy and water use while boosting efficiency and sustainability. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Powering ASEAN's Manufacturing Transformation: IME 2026 Connects Technology, Industry and Opportunity | The Manila Times
BANGKOK, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As global supply chains shift toward digital and green innovations, ASEAN has emerged as a dynamic manufacturing powerhouse. Leading this growth is Thailand, a vital hub for automotive and electronics, which is accelerating its transition…
WAIC 2026 | Matrix Robotics Unveils MATRIX-3 Humanoid Robot | Gasgoo
Gasgoo Munich- At the 2026 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2026), Matrix Robotics showcased several units of its third-generation MATRIX-3 general humanoid robot. Backed by its proprietary WAVE physical world foundation model and full-stack technology, the…
AI Speeds Selective and High-Yield Recovery of Critical Minerals from Industrial Waste
Researchers at PNNL developed an AI-guided workflow to optimize purification of critical minerals for industry partners using cheap commodity chemicals [...] > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Meet the magnetic liquid metal robot that can split, merge and squeeze through tiny gaps like a living cell | - The Times of India
Scientists have developed a remarkable liquid robot that blurs the line between machines and living organisms. Created by researchers from Seoul National University and Gachon University, the robot is made from liquid metal coated with a dense armour of microscopic particles…
China's new humanoid robot offers 98% success rate, handles EV assembly
Xiaomi's humanoid robot reaches 98 percent assembly success, adds new factory tasks, and moves closer to human-level performance. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Humanoid Robots Just Performed Surgery Using Standard Medical Tools
Two human-like robots just used regular surgical instruments and their bare android hands to competently operate on a living animal for the first time. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
New York Bans AI Data Center Construction in Nation's First Statewide Freeze
New York data center moratorium: Governor Hochul signed the nation’s first statewide permitting freeze on new AI data centers drawing 50 megawatts or more, but the order cannot stop 48 projects totaling 12 gigawatts already in NYISO’s interconnection queue from accumulating…
Microrobots Carrying Medicine Find their Way Magnetically Through the Bloodstream
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a microrobot capable of transporting drugs to specific locations within the body, with the potential for use in hospitals in the near future. A magnetic navigation system enables reliable control in the bloodstream and in complex brain…
ChargePoint expands charging network in eastern US
ChargePoint has announced two new charging infrastructure partnerships in the US. The agreements will > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
India switches on first hydrogen train
Prime minister Narendra Modi today flagged off India's first hydrogen fuel cell-powered train, marking a significant milestone in the nation's journey towards sustainable and green rail transportation. The train will initially operate on the 89 km Jind–Sonipat route in Haryana.
MultiDimension Technology Launches High-Performance TMR Magnetic Encoder Chip TMR3111D
The newly released TMR3111D high-performance tunnel magnetoresistance (TMR) magnetic encoder chip supports both on-axis and off-axis magnetic circuit designs, delivering a compact and highly reliable solution for humanoid robots, quadruped robots, servo motor systems, and high-precision motion control applications. According to MEMS Consulting, MultiDimension Technology, a global leader in magnetic sensors and a pioneer in TMR technology, recently introduced the TMR3111D to provide high-speed, high-accuracy rotational position detection for robotics and industrial automation. The chip integrates advanced TMR sensing with digital signal processing in an ultra-compact package, offering superior angle accuracy, repeatability, and long-term stability. By outperforming traditional Hall-effect encoders in magnetic sensitivity, signal-to-noise ratio, and tolerance to mechanical misalignment, the TMR3111D simplifies system integration while enhancing overall reliability. With support for multiple industrial interfaces including SPI, ABZ, PWM, and UVW, and a maximum rotational speed of 40,000 rpm, it is optimized for high-dynamic joint actuators and precision servo drives. The AIC Engineering team highlights its potential to accelerate next-generation motion control architectures.
Wisk eVTOL Sets Another Milestone for e-Powered Aircraft
Powerful permanent magnets assembled into motors for primary propulsion are increasingly making their way aloft in passenger aircraft – albeit mostly in test flights at present but relentlessly proving their way toward operational status in the future. One of [...]
H55 Selects Safran to Supply Propulsion for Bristell Electric Airplane
Safran Electrical & Power in France and Swiss company H55 have signed an agreement to integrate the Safran ENGINeUS permanent-magnet motor into the H55 electric propulsion system, powering the fully electric B23 Energic aircraft from Czech aircraft company Bristell –…
Leonardo DRS Developing Modular Permanent Magnet Machines to Advance Electrification
Across marine, government and industrial sectors, electrification is accelerating—but the requirements are rarely simple. Platform designers and system integrators are being asked to deliver more power in less space, improve overall…
TDK Shows New Power Electronics Products at PCIM as EMC Testing Center in Germany Nears Completion
Visitors to PCIM 2026 at Nuremberg in June were able to see a wide array of new products from TDK including developments in passives, sensors and switches, many of which involve advanced magnetic technology. In Regensburg, Germany, the company is nearing completion of…
Bosch wins Major Order from Mercedes-Benz, One of 50 e-Mobility Automakers It Serves
May 19, 2026 Stuttgart, Germany – The electrification of mobility continues to gain momentum – and together with its customers, Bosch is actively shaping this transformation. The company recently received a major new order from Mercedes-Benz to <a class="mh-excerpt-more"…
Mercedes-AMG unveils electric CLA 45 with three axial-flux motors
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the all-electric CLA 45 4MATIC+. The model is available as a saloon and ‘Shooting Brake’ and is the first vehicle in the CLA series to be equipped with three axial-flux motors. Two of these motors are positioned at the rear axle, with a third at the…
Growing Inventory of Scrap NdFeB Magnets Drives Demand for Recycling
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Research Instruments to Build Magnet Undulator for Helmholtz Center
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Morgan Stanley raises China humanoid robot shipment forecast to 50,000 units | South China Morning Post
China’s humanoid robot industry is scaling faster than expected, with Xpeng, Unitree and others accelerating mass production. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
MP Materials Q1 Earnings Reveal Major Industry Signals: NdPr Output Hits Record High as CEO Warns of Heavy Rare Earth Price Decline
MP Materials (MP.US), the only U.S. company with fully integrated rare earth mining-to-magnet operations, reported its Q1 2026 financial results, highlighting a 49% year-over-year revenue surge to 90.65 m i l l i o n . B e y o n d t h e s t r o n g f i n a n c i a l s , C E O J a m e s L i t i n s k y i s s u e d a n o t a b l e w a r n i n g d u r i n g t h e e a r n i n g s c a l l : h e a v y r a r e e a r t h p r i c e s , p a r t i c u l a r l y f o r d y s p r o s i u m a n d t e r b i u m , m a y f a c e s i g n i f i c a n t d o w n w a r d p r e s s u r e a s m a g n e t m a n u f a c t u r e r s a c c e l e r a t e t h e s h i f t t o w a r d h e a v y − r a r e − e a r t h − f r e e f o r m u l a t i o n s c e n t e r e d o n n e o d y m i u m − p r a s e o d y m i u m ( N d P r ) . T h e q u a r t e r s a w r e c o r d N d P r o x i d e p r o d u c t i o n o f 917 m e t r i c t o n s a n d a 306 90.65 million. Beyond the strong financials, CEO James Litinsky issued a notable warning during the earnings call: heavy rare earth prices, particularly for dysprosium and terbium, may face significant downward pressure as magnet manufacturers accelerate the shift toward heavy-rare-earth-free formulations centered on neodymium-praseodymium (NdPr). The quarter saw record NdPr oxide production of 917 metric tons and a 306% jump in magnetics division revenue. Industry-wide adoption of grain boundary diffusion and non-rare-earth doping technologies is rapidly reducing reliance on critical heavy elements. Coupled with U.S. Department of Defense funding and strategic partnerships like Apple’s 90.65 mi l l i o n . B ey o n d t h es t r o n g f inan c ia l s , C E O J am es L i t in s k y i ss u e d an o t ab l e w a r nin g d u r in g t h ee a r nin g sc a l l : h e a v y r a r ee a r t h p r i ces , p a r t i c u l a r l y f or d y s p r os i u man d t er bi u m , ma y f a ces i g ni f i c an t d o w n w a r d p r ess u r e a s ma g n e t man u f a c t u r er s a cce l er a t e t h es hi f tt o w a r d h e a v y − r a r e − e a r t h − f r ee f or m u l a t i o n sce n t er e d o nn eo d y mi u m − p r a seo d y mi u m ( N d P r ) . T h e q u a r t er s a w r ecor d N d P r o x i d e p r o d u c t i o n o f 917 m e t r i c t o n s an d a 306 500 million procurement commitment, MP is positioning itself with a dual-track strategy. While light rare earths drive volume growth, domestic heavy rare earth separation capabilities remain a strategic hedge. Market data from May 2026 already reflects a divergence, with NdPr prices gaining traction while heavy rare earth quotes stabilize, underscoring a fundamental shift in rare earth pricing logic.
An Unusual Phenomenon Emerges: Four Months After China Suspends Rare Earth Supplies to Japan, a Crisis Has Yet to Materialize
On May 22, international media reported that China’s exports of heavy rare earth elements and high-purity gallium to Japan have remained near zero for four consecutive months since December 2025. Despite the critical role these materials play in high-end manufacturing, Japan’s industrial chains have not yet experienced widespread disruptions. This apparent stability is largely sustained by strategic buffer stockpiles accumulated since the 2010 rare earth dispute, alongside extended corporate safety inventories. However, underlying structural pressures are rapidly intensifying. Alternative supply chains, particularly from Australia and Southeast Asia, have failed to scale effectively, while soaring spot prices and stringent export compliance requirements are severely impacting small and medium-sized manufacturers. According to industry projections and government white papers, Japan’s current reserves are expected to reach critical depletion thresholds by mid-to-late 2026. As operational stockpiles transition to survival reserves, Japanese manufacturers may be forced to prioritize strategic sectors and scale back commercial production, highlighting the growing geopolitical and economic vulnerabilities in global critical mineral supply chains.
US Provides Capital and Technology for India’s Rare Earth Sector, Yet Ambition Faces Structural Weaknesses
US Provides Capital and Technology for India’s Rare Earth Sector, Yet Ambition Faces Structural Weaknesses Published by Tencent News | June 3, 2026
China’s Rare Earth Export Restrictions Prompt Japan to Accelerate Sourcing from Australia and India
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Vietnam: VinFast secures an order for 2,000 electric cars
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China proposes PV product grading system in bid to drive industry consolidation
<p>China has proposed a PV product grading system that classifies modules into three quality tiers based on reliability, performance, and environmental attributes. The framework is expected to influence procurement, financing, and insurance decisions in a bid to drive industry…
National MagLab Introduces New Interactive Virtual Tour
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More Value, Same Price: 2026 Tesla Model Y Debuts with 821 km Range and Fifth-Gen Motor
In the current automotive landscape, Tesla continues to demonstrate a strategy of executing significant product updates with minimal public fanfare. The 2026 Model Y has been quietly listed for sale without a dedicated press conference, trending social media campaigns, or official announcements from the brand’s verified accounts. However, a review of the updated specification sheet reveals that this release constitutes a comprehensive engineering and feature upgrade rather than a routine mid-cycle refresh, according to Autohome.
Surging Data Center Demand Drives Reliance on Magnetic Cooling Technology
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Audi Unveils Limited-Edition Hybrid Supercar Nuvolari
Audi has officially unveiled the Nuvolari, a limited-edition hybrid super sports car restricted to a global production run of just 499 units. According to electrive.com, the vehicle combines a high-performance twin-turbocharged V8 internal combustion engine with three axial-flux electric motors, positioning it as the most powerful production model in the brand’s history. With a total system output of 736 kW, the Nuvolari is scheduled to enter customer deliveries in the first half of 2027.
Coreless Motors for Dexterous Hands Drive Humanoid Robot Advancements; Industry Outlook Remains Positive
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Greenland Mines Acquires Sarfartoq Rare Earth Project from Neo Performance Materials for $35M
The US-listed company announced it has agreed to acquire the Sarfartoq project in southwest Greenland from Neo Performance Materials. As a consideration, it will pay a total of 35 m i l l i o n , c o m p r i s i n g 35 million, comprising 35 mi l l i o n , co m p r i s in g 20 million cash and $15 million in newly issued shares. As part of the…
USA Rare Earth to invest $1.2B in South Carolina magnet factory
<figure><div><img src="https://imgproxy.divecdn.com/ZT1OFnje10PIBe94DazYeG1qolzBeYerBYbs9No4nNA/g:ce/rs:fill:1600:900:1/Z3M6Ly9kaXZlc2l0ZS1zdG9yYWdlL2RpdmVpbWFnZS9HZXR0eUltYWdlcy0yMjAzNzgwMTA1LmpwZw==.webp"/></div></figure><p>The project is expected to create 490 jobs and will…
Ionic Rare Earths, AML partner up to support US permanent magnet supply chain
IonicRE has signed binding sales agreements with Advanced Magnet Lab to supply rare earth oxides. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Energy Fuels Marks Milestones in Production of Domestic Feedstock for Magnets in USA, Plans Expansions
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