Advanced Energy has launched a dual-output 24V/24V module for its NeoPower configurable power supply family. The compact 2.5-inch module delivers up to 400W total, enabling more complex systems from a single unit.
Washington state is providing a $350,000 grant to support Portal Space Systems’ expansion into a new 50,000-square-foot satellite manufacturing facility in Bothell. The funding aims to help the company move from development to production, with a goal of building four spacecraft monthly by 2027. The
A startup called Overview Space has come out of stealth after a successful test of its space solar power technology. The company transmitted “multiple thousands of watts” via a near-infrared laser from an aircraft at 5,000 meters to a ground receiver. This is a key step toward its goal of beaming so
In a major move for the energy-hungry data center sector, power producer NextEra Energy is partnering with oil giant ExxonMobil to build a 1.2-gigawatt natural gas plant. The facility, planned for the Southeastern US, will integrate carbon capture tech and is being marketed to a hyperscale developer
As 2025 ends, AI in the supply chain is a mix of mature wins and stubborn hype. Warehouse robotics and optimization deliver real ROI, but the autonomous future is moving slowly. Here’s what’s proven and what’s still just talk.
A breakthrough in catalyst design from the University of Hong Kong tackles the biggest cost hurdle in green hydrogen production. The new material uses minimal ruthenium and forms a protective skin, allowing it to last over 1,400 hours in harsh acidic conditions.
Toyota is tapping Wolfspeed for silicon carbide power components in its new EVs. This deal highlights the critical role of advanced semiconductors in enabling faster charging and longer range. It’s a big win for a key player in the SiC materials space.
Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, is investing in humanoid robotics. The firm is part of an €81 million funding round for Italian startup Generative Bionics. The company plans to build its first production plant and deploy robots in real factories by early 2026.
A major initiative in Scotland is helping manufacturers bridge the digital gap. By providing hands-on training and project support, companies are embedding data-driven methods to boost efficiency and sustainability right now.
Advantech is centering its next-generation edge platforms on AMD’s EPYC Embedded processors. The move targets demanding workloads like real-time medical imaging and enterprise AI that require high-core counts and massive I/O.
