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Electric air taxis are finally ready for takeoff | Fortune
A new breed of aircraft—half-helicopter, half-drone—begin real world tests across the U.S. this summer thanks to a federal program. First up is cargo, with passengers close behind. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
China Rare Earth Industry Association Surveys Zhejiang Permanent Magnet Motor Industry, Flags High NdFeB Prices as Growth Constraint
China's CREIA surveys Zhejiang permanent magnet motor makers, finding high NdFeB prices are slowing commercialization and revealing China's coordinated > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Saudi company to build 760 MW of solar, 1,077 MWh of BESS in Syria
Syria’s state-owned electric utility has signed three agreements with Saudi’s Al-Harfi Construction company to develop 760 MW of solar and 1,077 MWh of battery energy storage (BESS) capacity. The post Saudi company to build 760 MW of solar, 1,077 MWh of BESS in Syria appeared…
Is the traditional PPA dying in Southern Africa?
The latest in a series of articles on energy markets in Southern Africa looks at how the region is transitioning away from the traditional power purchase agreements (PPA) that have long driven renewable energy deployment. The post Is the traditional PPA dying in Southern…
China: Volkswagen Tianjin unit partners with Leadrive on SiC power modules
Volkswagen Tianjin has signed an agreement with Chinese supplier Leadrive Technology to jointly develop silicon carbide powe > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
Finnish push for data center flexibility
Green energy parks combining renewables grid supply with onsite generation, energy storage and energy management software can enable data centers to participate positively in the energy market. Seppo Ihalianen told pv magazine how Finland’s ecogrid.energy is implementing this…
The ePlane Company strengthens its supply chain and strategic partnerships at Farnborough International Airshow 2026 - The Economic Times
The ePlane Company announced new strategic partnerships at Farnborough International Airshow. These collaborations strengthen the supply chain for the e200X electric aircraft. Agreements cover electrical systems, aerospace fasteners, and advanced composite materials.
GreenMobility to bring WeRide robotaxis to Denmark
Danish carsharing provider GreenMobility is entering a partnership with Chinese technology provider WeRide. > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.
ABB Brings Array of Electrification Systems to Maritime Fleets
With a growing roster of full-vessel systems engineering projects along with discrete product launches, ABB is electrifying diverse maritime fleets around the world. Recent notable undertakings include: [...]
How to Choose an NEV Electric Drive System? Deep Dive into 3-in-1, Coaxial, and Multi-in-1 Technologies + FAQ
The electric drive system has emerged as the primary decision-making factor for new energy vehicle (NEV) buyers, surpassing range anxiety. According to Sina Mobile News, China’s NEV passenger vehicle electric drive installations reached 9.89 million units in 2025, with the market value surging from RMB 30 billion in 2020 to RMB 120 billion in 2024. This article provides a comprehensive technical breakdown of current mainstream architectures, comparing permanent magnet synchronous motors, coaxial layouts, and multi-in-one integration platforms. It also examines the industry shift toward 800V high-voltage architectures paired with silicon carbide (SiC) inverters and advanced oil-cooling solutions. By analyzing performance metrics, cost structures, and spatial efficiency, the piece offers targeted procurement and purchasing recommendations for passenger vehicles, commercial fleets, and high-performance applications. Readers will also find a practical FAQ section addressing maintenance, cost-benefit analysis, and technology selection. The analysis is based on publicly available industry data and technical specifications.
MagnebotiX in Zurich Enables New Frontiers in Micro-Robotics and Biotech
As the fields of nano-robotics, minute bioengineering and magnetic particles for biotech proliferate in medical science and industry, so does the need for innovative tools to manipulate the devices and systems being investigated and developed. They…
Drivalia secures EIB loan for procurement of 2,900 BEVs
Drivalia has secured €48 million in financing from the European Investment Bank (EIB). The car leasing and mobility provider intends to use this to procure 2,900 emission-free EVs fo > Republished by AIC Engineering. All rights belong to the original publisher; see Source below.