Honda Recycles Hybrid Battery Packs into Rare-Earth Metals for New Ones
Using molten salt electrolysis, Honda can extract rare earth metals with near-perfect purity. Up to 80% of the…
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Hunt in Space for Rare Earth Elements
Some scientific circles believe space mining will be possible and economical within 20 to 30 years. Continue reading…
Intex Offers Rare Earth Elements
A Norway-based mining company says it can produce free rare earth elements in the Philippines. Continue reading →
Rare Earth Metals Make Water-Repellent Surfaces That Last
Highly durable hydrophobic ceramics, made from rare earth metals, could have a number of applications in many industries.…
Rare Earth Metals: Why So Expensive?
Rare earth metal prices have skyrocketed due to the high environmental risk in their extraction. Continue reading →
Rare Earth Minerals Found in Abundance in Jamaican Mud
High concentrations of rare earth minerals have been discovered in Jamaica's red mud, prompting instant investment interest from…
U.S. to Research Domestic Rare Minerals
A research team in Iowa is looking into the domestic shortage of rare earth minerals in the U.S.…
China’s Largest Rare Earth Metals Producer Extends Output Halt
Output will be extended for another month in an attempt to stem falling rare earth prices. Continue reading…