DEARBORN, MI—Ford Motor Co. is creating a new global battery center of excellence to accelerate research and development activity, including in-house battery manufacturing.
BERKELEY, CA—According to a new study conducted by public policy researchers at the University of California, all new cars and trucks sold in the United States can be powered by electricity by 2035.
EAST LANSING, MI—Michigan State University has created the MSU Mobility Advisory Council to gain insight on current and future trends, including research projects that the school may participate in.
PARIS—Lego bricks have inspired all sorts of innovative ideas over the years. Recently, the popular toy helped a French automotive engineer create an EV power train.
As electrification of the auto industry continues to accelerate rapidly, demand for metals that enable the shift from traditional combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles is increasing.
REUTLINGEN, Germany—Manz AG has developed a new laser welding process for use in lithium-ion battery cell production applications. It claims that the technology has numerous advantages over traditional ultrasonic welding, such as fewer steps needed to attach tabs.
TAUNTON, MA—NASA’s “Ingenuity” autonomous helicopter that is flying above the surface of Mars is powered by six micromotors produced by Maxon Precision Motors Inc.
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