Plastics supplier to Rivian, Bosch, others faces insolvency
Unique Fabricating is facing insolvency after failing to make loan payments and dealing with allegations of improperly reporting finances, on top of being investigated for alleged labor rights violations in Mexico......»»
The pros and cons of oxygen mediating the performance of nickel catalysts in dry reforming of methane
Catalysis is one of the key technologies in the chemical industry and has a wide-reaching impact on various aspects of our daily lives, including plastics manufacturing, drug synthesis, and production of both fertilizers and fuels. It is estimated th.....»»
Fisker faces NHTSA probe over Ocean crossover braking complaints; stock sinks below $1
The EV startup, already struggling with sales and distribution, has received nine complaints alleging loss of braking over low-traction or bumpy roads, NHTSA said. One of the complaints alleges a crash and injury......»»
AirPods and Vision Pro supplier moving production to Vietnam after Apple pressure
Apple supplier Goertek has firmed up plans to move a substantial amount of production from China to Vietnam, after the Cupertino company urged it to do so. The company currently makes AirPods, and is also believed to have been lined up as a Vision Pr.....»»
Climate change, nature loss are our biggest environmental problems. Why isn"t the market tackling them together?
Climate change and biodiversity loss are arguably the greatest environmental challenges the world faces. The way we use land is crucial in finding solutions to these problems. In theory, actions such as revegetation and avoiding land clearing can tac.....»»
Iceland faces daunting period after lava from volcano destroys homes in fishing town, president says
Iceland's president said the country is battling "tremendous forces of nature" after molten lava from a volcano in the island's southwest consumed several houses in the evacuated town of Grindavik......»»
Missouri High School Student Who Attacked 65-Year-Old Teacher In Viral Video Faces Charges
Missouri High School Student Who Attacked 65-Year-Old Teacher In Viral Video Faces Charges.....»»
Going beyond plastic: Tara gum as a green polymer
Synthetic, non-biodegradable plastics are major sources of environmental pollution and have prompted rising interest in sustainable, biodegradable alternatives derived from natural polymers. "Tara gum," derived from the seeds of the tara tree (Caesal.....»»
Gas station faces major backlash for unbelievable notice posted on door: ‘How could this possibly be legal?’
Gas station faces major backlash for unbelievable notice posted on door: ‘How could this possibly be legal?’.....»»
Rivian R2 teased in company’s first environmental impact report
One of Rivian’s main goals as an EV automaker has been to innovate throughout its processes to minimize the impact of its vehicles and operations … The post Rivian R2 teased in company’s first environmental impact report appeared fi.....»»
Rare Australian parrot faces multi-virus threat
A critically endangered parrot, with a population numbering as few as 70 in the wild, could be at further risk after being found to carry a half-dozen previously undetected viruses......»»
Core-shell "chemical looping" boosts efficiency of greener approach to ethylene production
Ethylene is sometimes called the most important chemical in the petrochemical industry because it serves as the feedstock for a huge range of everyday products. It's used to produce antifreeze, vinyl, synthetic rubber, foam insulation, and plastics o.....»»
What you need to order Apple Vision Pro from the Apple Store online
Apple has revealed what buyers will need to do — and to have ready — when they order an Apple Vision Pro.It's already been revealed that Vision Pro buyers will have to have their faces scanned in order to determine the correct size. Now Apple has.....»»
Humanity faces the Fall of Reach in new Halo season 2 trailer
Master Chief and the Spartan super soldiers may be the heroes that humanity needs as the Covenant strikes Reach in the epic new trailer for Halo season 2......»»
American Axle transitions into power source supplier
Once an old axle and driveline supplier, the company has redefined itself as a source of vehicle power for the EV era......»»
US verges on vaccination tipping point, faces thousands of needless deaths: FDA
Top regulatory officials call for clinicians to speak up and drown out misinformation. Enlarge / A child with measles. (credit: Greene, Charles Lyman) The US may be heading to a "dangerous vaccination tipping point," wit.....»»
Researchers explore the impact of microplastics and toxin exposure on goldfish
The presence of plastics in our oceans and waterbodies is one of the most significant threats to marine ecosystems. In 2022, plastic production exceeded 400 million tons globally, which continues to rise. The presence of microplastics, ranging in siz.....»»
The key to fighting pseudoscience isn’t mockery—it’s empathy
Evidence shows that shoving data in peoples’ faces doesn’t work to change minds. Enlarge (credit: Aurich Lawson | Getty Images) As a scientist heavily engaged in science communication, I’ve seen it all. People have.....»»
Attackers could use vulnerabilities in Bosch Rexroth nutrunners to disrupt automotive production
Researchers have discovered over two dozen vulnerabilities in “smart” cordless nutrunners (i.e., pneumatic torque wrenches) manufactured by Bosch Rexroth that could be exploited to make the devices inoperable or their output unreliable. &.....»»
Magna debuts e-drive, anti-drunken driving tech at CES
Canadian supplier giant Magna unveiled at CES an e-drive that it says offers increased efficiency and power and debuted anti-drunken driving tech that can detect if a driver is above the limit via cameras and sensors......»»
Hackers can infect network-connected wrenches to install ransomware
Researchers identify 23 vulnerabilities, some of which can exploited with no authentication. Enlarge / The Rexroth Nutrunner, a line of torque wrench sold by Bosch Rexroth. (credit: Bosch Rexroth) Researchers have uneart.....»»