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Zinc oxide UV shield cuts heterojunction solar cell degradation and boosts lifetime output by 4.8%
Researchers at the Southwest Petroleum University in China have tested zinc oxide (ZnO) thin films to protect silicon heterojunction (HJT) solar cells from UV-induced degradation (UV-ID) and have found that they can increase cumulative power output by 4.8%
Evolution Metals & Technologies Appoints Industry Veteran Kenji Konishi to Lead Rare Earth Magnet Engineering Production | The Manila Times
Former JL MAG Rare Earth CTO and Vice President Kenji Konishi joins EM&T with a team of senior engineers to support expansion toward 10,000 metric tons of annual rare earth magnet capacity ahead of the January 1, 2027 DFARS deadline
Blades 502 feet long turn on the world's biggest 26 MW turbine at a test base in Shandong, and the circle they sweep covers 829,000 square feet, about 14 American football fields
Blades 502 feet long turn on the world’s biggest 26 MW turbine at a test base in Shandong, and the circle they sweep covers 829,000 square feet, about 14 American football fields
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.