May 20, 2020 Graphene-infused material could be the cornerstone of next-gen smart sensors The colour-changing, flexible photonic crystals can respond sensitively to light, temperature, strain or other physical and chemical stimuli.
May 15, 2020 Nickel, cobalt prices benefit as electric car action shifts to Europe MINING.COM EV Metal Index tracking value of metals in newly-sold EVs globally rebound as nickel, cobalt-rich batteries favoured in EU and US gain traction.
May 11, 2020 Carmakers urged to invest in mines to avoid battery metal pinch Auto companies have outlined plans to spend more than $140 billion on electric vehicle production.
May 7, 2020 CHART: China’s grip on battery metals supply chain Only 23% of global supply of all battery raw materials is coming from China.
May 6, 2020 Russia questions legality of US-planned moon mining pact The Kremlin says legal framework for mining on the moon should be examined to make sure it complies with international laws.
May 5, 2020 Lithium price: One in three cars sold in UK now electric You have to look hard for a silver lining as European car sales collapse by 90% and forecasts for lithium demand and prices are slashed.
May 3, 2020 Scientists develop stretchable lithium-ion battery The flexible energy storage system is aimed at wearable and body-implantable electronic devices.
May 1, 2020 Graphene ink may be used to fight coronavirus Zen Graphene Solutions and Graphene Composites joined forces to come up with a virucidal graphene-based ink that can be applied to N95 face masks.
April 29, 2020 The impact of critical minerals on national security Which imported minerals create the most risk for U.S. supply chains and national security?
April 28, 2020 Talga Resources to provide graphene for Bentley’s e-axle The objective is to deliver an aluminium-based solution aimed at outperforming and replacing the copper windings currently used.
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