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Suppliers scramble to avoid low factory utilization amid rocky EV transition

The uneven ramp-up of electric vehicle production and flattening EV sales growth in North America have left suppliers scrambling to make sure they're not left with significantly underutilized factories, supplier executives said......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsApr 19th, 2024

Research highlights potential of photo-driven fin field-effect transistors

Infrared detectors are the core components of infrared detection systems and play an important role in fields such as night vision, remote sensing, and health monitoring. In this context, the utilization of mature silicon technologies to develop mini.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated News8 hr. 36 min. ago

Researchers reveal novel mechanism of enhanced P450 demethylase activity through engineered key gating residues

A crucial step in the degradation and utilization of lignin is the process of O-demethylation of lignin monomers, facilitated by O-demethylases. Current O-demethylases face challenges such as limited substrate specificity, unclear reaction mechanisms.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated News12 hr. 8 min. ago

New study shows outdoor recreation noise affects wildlife behavior and habitat use

We may go to the woods seeking peace and quiet, but are we taking our noise with us? A study published in the journal, Current Biology, led by scientists from the USDA Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station indicates that the answer is yes—.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 13th, 2024

Ford plans to cut up to 1,600 jobs at Valencia plant in Spain

The company, which employs about 4,700 workers at the factory, told unions it plans to eliminate 600 jobs permanently, while it is open to negotiate the possible rehiring of 1,000 people later......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Study shows magnesium oxide undergoes dynamic transition when it comes to super-Earth exoplanets

Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and Johns Hopkins University have unlocked new secrets about the interiors of super-Earth exoplanets, potentially revolutionizing our understanding of these distant worlds......»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Major cybersecurity upgrades announced to safeguard American healthcare

Recent cyberattacks targeting the nation’s healthcare system have demonstrated the vulnerability of hospitals and payment systems. Providers across the health system had to scramble for funding after one attack on a key payment system. And some hos.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsJun 12th, 2024

Michael Walsh’s Solo Exhibition is now Open at the Mirus Gallery

Michael Walsh was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is currently based in Oakland, California. The artist's utilization of metal fabrication/casting, CAD, Virtual Reality modeling, and 3D printing create a unique approach to sculpture making......»»

Category: gadgetSource:  makezineonlineRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

How to buy a home: 7 tips for negotiating like a pro

The main purpose of negotiation is to find a mutually acceptable solution for buyers and sellers. Good negotiations greatly improve relationships between buyers, sellers and agents. They also help avoid future problems and conflicts......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 11th, 2024

Wire-cut forensic examinations currently too unreliable for court, new study says

A research article published June 10 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences highlights the importance of careful application of high-tech forensic science to avoid wrongful convictions......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

New study reveals brain"s fractal-like structure near phase transition, a finding that may be universal across species

When a magnet is heated up, it reaches a critical point where it loses magnetization. Called "criticality," this point of high complexity is reached when a physical object is transitioning smoothly from one phase into the next......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

The discovery of new turbulence transition in fusion plasmas

Fusion energy is released when two light nuclei combine to form a single heavier one (nuclear fusion reaction). Fusion energy-based power generation (fusion power plant) uses the energy generated when deuterium and tritium combine to form helium......»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Star cluster shines in new look from NASA"s Chandra

Westerlund 1 is the biggest and closest "super" star cluster to Earth. New data from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory, in combination with other NASA telescopes, is helping astronomers delve deeper into this galactic factory where stars are vigorousl.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Fixing excess carbon dioxide: Biocatalyst-driven carboxylation under mild conditions

Carbon capture and utilization technologies for the conversion of carbon dioxide into carboxylic acids have garnered attention recently, with researchers from Tokyo Tech recently demonstrating a biocatalyzed carboxylation reaction of not only natural.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsJun 10th, 2024

Lawmakers call for the ban of 2 Chinese suppliers to Ford, Volkswagen

Lawmakers send letters that allege suppliers use forced labor along their supply chain......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

Researchers propose new socio-ecological framework for sustainable reforestation in Karst regions

The South China Karst, the world's most concentrated karst area, has reduced rocky desertification through extensive conservation and restoration over the past two decades, making it a global "greening" hotspot. However, the sustainability of this tr.....»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsJun 7th, 2024

China EV battery tariffs could sting U.S. electric vehicle sales

Tariffs on EV batteries imported from China will more than triple and higher prices risk "further slowing down" the electrification transition, according to a new report from Interact Analysis.....»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 6th, 2024

Olivine experiments provide new insights into lunar basalt formation

Olivine is the earliest mineral to crystallize from basaltic magma, and accurate knowledge of olivine/melt partition coefficients (DOl-melt ) for first-transition row elements (FTREs) Ga and Ge, is required in quantitative modeling of petrogenetic pr.....»»

Category: topSource:  physorgRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Toyota invests $282 million, adds 350 jobs to Alabama engine plant

Toyota's investment in the Alabama engine plant will allow it to build driveline products, including differentials and rear axles, that are currently sourced from suppliers......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Stellantis may drop some suppliers to cut EV costs, CEO Carlos Tavares says

Stellantis is willing to make vehicle components on its own in-house to lower costs in the expensive shift to electrification......»»

Category: topSource:  autonewsRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024

Maker Spotlight: Michael Walsh

Michael Walsh was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and is currently based in Oakland Ca.  The artists utilization of metal fabrication/casting, CAD, Virtual Reality modeling, and  3D printing, create a unique approach to sculpture making ..Michael.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  makezineonlineRelated NewsJun 5th, 2024