onsemi has announced the introduction of vertical gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors, based on its proprietary GaN-on-GaN technology. This new vertical GaN architecture enables current to flow vertically through the compound semiconductor, supporting higher operating voltages and faster switching frequencies. According to onsemi, this technology sets a new benchmark for power density, efficiency and ruggedness… Read more »
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Lilac completes direct lithium extraction pilot operations on the Great Salt Lake
US-based direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology developer Lilac Solutions has completed its lithium extraction pilot operations on Utah’s Great Salt Lake, a step toward building a commercial facility there. The pilot recorded strong performance results, including 87% average lithium recovery on 69 mg/L lithium brine, exceeding the FEL‑3 design basis of 84%, the company said…. Read more »
Altech to start selling sodium nickel chloride (SNC) batteries
Australian solid-state battery developer Altech Batteries has entered the market for sodium nickel chloride (SNC) batteries—previously referred to as sodium alumina solid state (SAS)—in Australia, Europe and the US through a strategic collaboration and distribution agreement with AMPower. AMPower is a subsidiary of Chilwee Group, a Chinese battery manufacturer, which has production capabilities spanning lead-acid,… Read more »
Lumafield study finds 8% of low-cost off-brand Li-ion battery cells could have dangerous defect
Industrial X-ray CT technology provider Lumafield has released the results of a study evaluating the safety and quality of lithium-ion batteries. The study found that 1 in 13 low-cost or counterfeit batteries could have a dangerous defect known as negative anode overhang. The study also found that key indicators of quality in low-end batteries are… Read more »
Energy Fuels rare earth oxides mined in Utah have been qualified for use in EV motor magnets
Energy Fuels, a US producer of rare earth elements and other critical minerals, has announced that high-purity neodymium-praseodymium (NdPr) oxide produced at its White Mesa Mill in Utah has been manufactured into commercial-scale rare earth permanent magnets for drive unit motors used in EVs. The permanent magnets were produced a South Korean manufacturer of drive… Read more »
imc Test & Measurement introduces new ARGUSfit DAQ system modules
German measuring instruments supplier imc Test & Measurement, part of the Axiometrix Solutions brand family, has launched four new ARGUSfit measurement modules for its next-generation modular data acquisition (DAQ) system. The new modules support a broad spectrum of applications for vehicle testing engineers. They include: ARGUSfit integrated WLAN interface, ARGUSfit ENC-6 counter module, ARGUSfit T-10… Read more »
Video: Enhancing EV battery packs with foams, adhesives and high-performance thermal materials
Effective thermal management is one of the most critical aspects of EV battery pack design. Engineers must not only ensure efficient heat dissipation during charging and discharging cycles but also maintain uniform temperature across all cells to optimize performance and extend battery life. This requires integrating advanced materials—such as flame-retardant foams, adhesives, and gap fillers—that… Read more »
Lynkwell, Revel and Ampcontrol partnerships help WEX expand EV charging network
Commerce platform WEX has expanded its EV charging network through new partnerships with charging point operators Lynkwell and Revel as well as a payments integration with smart charging platform Ampcontrol. The collaborations enable hundreds of new charging stations across the US to accept payments from WEX users and provide WEX customers with access to an… Read more »
Video: potting vs. foam in EV battery packs
When it comes to lithium-ion batteries in EVs, the stakes are high. A single malfunctioning cell can trigger thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrollable rise in temperature and pressure that can result in fires or explosions. For engineers, preventing this isn’t just good design—it’s non-negotiable. Charged recently chatted with Luka Sovulj from Epic Resins to learn how… Read more »
Vinfast launches two new electric bus models in Europe
Vietnamese auto OEM VinFast unveiled its EB 8 and EB 12 electric bus models at the recent Busworld Europe 2025 trade show, signaling the company’s expansion from the passenger vehicle market into the public transportation sector. (The company is already selling its VF 6 and VF 8 passenger EVs in Europe.) The full-size 12-meter EB… Read more »