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Articles from the November 27, 2024 edition


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  • AI-generated image of photons with an orange corona on a quantum solar cell.

    Quantum leap for thermal energy storage

    Shane Lasley, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    Rice researchers develop a highly efficient thermal emitter key to thermophotovoltaic systems that convert heat to electricity. Scientists at Rice University have delved into the realm of quantum physics to develop a highly efficient thermal emitter that provides macro-world solutions for capturing and storing clean energy. Built on a platform made of tungsten, the thermal emitter developed by the Rice research team is a key component of thermophotovoltaic (TPV) systems,... Full story

  • Artist rendering of silver, gold, copper ore icons with Earth AI logo.

    AI discovers palladium system in Australia

    K. Warner, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 26, 2024

    Earth AI and Legacy Minerals make unexpected palladium discovery in New South Wales. Exploration and joint venture partners Legacy Minerals and Earth AI announced the discovery of one of the largest palladium systems in Australia using Earth AI's proprietary artificial intelligence and predictive mineral exploration technology. In the Southwestern Slopes of New South Wales, Australia, in a mineral-rich part of the Lachlan Fold Belt is an area called the Fontenoy Project.... Full story

  • Artist vision of futuristic car with a graphene-enhanced composite body.

    Explosive interest in HydroGraph graphene

    Shane Lasley, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 25, 2024

    Global automobile, battery material, and supercapacitor manufacturers are exploring commercial uses for Kansas-made graphene. A flurry of partnerships and purchase orders announced last week by HydroGraph Clean Power Inc. demonstrates graphene's growing commercial applications in the automotive and green energy sectors, as well as the Kansas-based company's rising popularity as a supplier of this wonder material. Made from a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a... Full story

  • Rendering of a laser-triggered fusion reaction within a shielded space.

    Carbon fiber cathodes aid nuclear fusion

    K. Warner, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 25, 2024

    Space-age cathodes have what it takes to power modular nuclear fusion reactors here on Earth. Carbon fiber cathodes were initially designed to withstand extreme conditions found in aerospace and defense applications. Now they may be a key ingredient in the next generation of plentiful and affordable clean energy. KULR, a provider of advanced thermal management solutions, recently announced the development of proprietary carbon fiber cathodes for a prominent nuclear fusion... Full story

  • Brilliant Earth sets net-zero gem targets

    K. Warner, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 25, 2024

    Global leader in ethically sourced fine jewelry confirms official Science Based Targets initiative verification. The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) develops criteria with public consultation and global experts to develop standards for businesses, outlining what they need to do to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions, and how quickly, to limit global temperature increases to less than 1.5 degrees Celsius and preventing the worst effects of climate change predicted by... Full story

  • Hands cupping ash over a background of coal.

    Ash to treasure: REEs found in coal waste

    K. Warner, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 25, 2024

    Coal ash waste stream might become feedstock for extracting much-needed domestic rare earth elements. The U.S. has relied almost entirely on imports for its supply of rare earth elements (REEs) – nearly 75% of which comes from China, whose geopolitical tensions with the West have put several critical mineral supply chains onto shaky ground. Meanwhile, at a special landfill in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, researchers have discovered massive potential for this suite of elements h... Full story

  • Artist rendering of piles of rare earths with overlapping ReElement logo.

    ReElement, POSCO forge rare earth alliance

    K. Warner, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 22, 2024

    Commercial partnership to close the loop on a circular North American rare earth magnet supply chain. ReElement Technologies Corp., a leading rare earth and critical battery element recycler, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with POSCO International, a global leader in steel production and advanced materials. This powerhouse team-up promises to supercharge the North American landscape of clean energy infrastructure, national security, and commercial... Full story

  • A geologist’s hammer on top of orange- and silver-colored rocks.

    AI powers Montana critical minerals search

    Shane Lasley, Metal Tech News|Updated Nov 22, 2024

    VerAI's mineral discovery tech identifies larger rare earths, gallium potential across US Critical Materials' Sheep Creek project in Montana. The AI-powered mineral exploration technology developed by VerAI Discoveries Inc. has identified the potential for large bodies of high-grade rare earths, gallium, and a suite of other critical minerals ready to be discovered with drilling at US Critical Materials Corp.'s Sheep Creek project in southwestern Montana. Sampling on the... Full story