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Dec 16, 2024 · “The conclusion of this deal will contribute to strengthening the global competitiveness of European automobile manufacturers by eliminating high tariffs and addressing technical barriers to trade in their exports to the Mercosur market,” stated Sigrid de Vries, director general of ACEA.“This positive news comes at a pivotal moment for the automotive industry, which is currently facing ...

Dec 23, 2024 · Fortunately, non-destructive testing methods make it easier to find defects that people may miss through visual inspections alone. X-rays can find material density and thickness abnormalities, providing manufacturers with a visual record of which component areas may have heat-sinking faults or other defects.

Dec 27, 2024 · Digital twins are among the technologies, such as AI, that will revolutionize the supply chain and adjacent electronics market segments. EPSNews recently connected with distinguished industry expert Rupal Jain to explore the transformative potential of digital twin technology in semiconductors, chip engineering and supply chain management.

Oct 3, 2024 · StoreDot, an Israeli battery startup, already demonstrated the benefits of new technology: a silicon-dominant XFC battery that can charge 100 miles of range in just five minutes.StoreDot successfully demonstrated the technology in a partnership with EV manufacturer Polestar, charging a 77 kWh battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in only 10 minutes. . Unlike typical fast charging, which ...

Dec 19, 2024 · The CHIPS and Science (CHIPS) Act, introduced under the Biden-Harris administration, has led to important investments in the U.S. semiconductor industry.The goal is to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. However, with President-elect Trump set to take office, the future of this industrial policy remains unclear and could face significant challenges.

Dec 24, 2024 · Last week, The White House issued the first-ever Quadrennial Supply Chain Review, marking a significant step in the Biden-Harris Administration’s efforts to bolster economic security and build resilient supply chains.The review highlights the U.S. government’s efforts to mitigate risks, eliminate bottlenecks, and ensure the efficient operation of supply chains.

Dec 30, 2024 · My first paying journalism job was at a local community newspaper group in Dedham, Mass. Cahners’ Electronic Business magazine was my fist publication in the trade press and through a series of mergers and acquisitions, a number of die-hards from Cahners, CMP and Hearst wound up at AspenCore Media, owned by Arrow Electronics. The irony wasn’t lost on me – I’ve covered Arrow since the ...

Nov 21, 2024 · In an exclusive interview with EPSNews during the conference, Zuesongdham indicated that European ports adopt a strategy different from that of other regions.. While Asian ports are witnessing a rapid surge in automation, driven by a focus on robotics and autonomous vehicles, European ports are adopting a more measured approach, she argues.This discrepancy arises from Europe’s unique ...

Dec 5, 2024 · There’s a reason it’s called a supply chain.The threat of new tariffs on certain U.S. imports has the electronics manufacturing, distribution and logistics industries planning for increased costs and disruptions while hoping for a better business environment in 2025.. Incoming U.S. President Donald Trump said he would impose a 25 percent tariff on all products from Mexico and Canada, and ...