September 2013

Research & Development

Short Circuiting the Edisonian Approach
Ames Lab scientist Matt Kramer operates the Lab’s transmission electron microscope. Various equipment options allow scientists to probe different aspects of a material. Various equipment options allow scientists to probe different aspects of a material. In scanning mode, or scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM), the electron beam is scanned back and forth across the sample. <read more>

Preliminary Program Announced

Magnetics 2014, taking place January 29-30, 2014 in Orlando, Fla., is an international, industry-leading conference focused on the latest economic developments and technical advancements in magnetics markets and technologies bringing together worldwide magnetics experts. This two-day conference is a once-a-year opportunity for professionals involved in magnetics technologies to learn the latest advancements in magnetic applications, technology and materials as well as global issues of supply, demand and pricing of magnetic materials.

The following sessions have been recently added to the conference program:

• Use of Programmable AC Power Sources to Test Transformers Per IEEE-519 - Pacific Power Source, Inc.
• GDI Valve Proposal - Kendrion
• New High Field Measurement Technique Used for Magnetizing the Permanent Magnets - ABB Corporate Research Center
• The Global Magnet Industry:  Be Careful What You Wish For - Thomas & Skinner, Inc.
• Turn the Page to a Better Future of Magnetic Era - Hangzhou Permanent Group Co., Ltd
• Make Your Own Magnets In-House: The Application and Implementation of Injection-Molded Magnets - ACM Magnetics
• Panel Discussion: The Future Business Prospects for Lynas and Molycorp - Walter T. Benecki LLC, Spontaneous Materials, Thomas & Skinner, Additional Panelists TBA

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Permanent Magnet & Motor Design Workshop
Instructor: Tony Morcos, President – ACM Magnetics, Inc.
This is a course for practicing engineers who want to be taught the theory and practice of designing motors and other magnetic devices using permanent magnet materials. Click here for more information.

Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor - Contact Sue Hannebrink for information on how to get your company involved in 2014, or Click Here for more information.

Standex-Meder Electronics Offer Robust Power and Current Sense Transformers for HVAC/R Applications

Standex-Meder Electronics, a global manufacturer of reed switches, sensors, relays and magnetics, announces the availability of a complete portfolio of custom power and current sense transformers and components that help HVAC/R equipment designers gain a competitive edge in the marketplace. <read more>

New Benchtop FT-NMR System Fourier 60
Bruker has announced the Fourier 60, an entirely new permanent-magnet based, benchtop FT-NMR (Fourier Transform Nuclear Magnetic Resonance) spectrometer. <read more>

Hermetically Sealed SMD Tantalum Capacitor Series Offers Higher Temp Rating
AVX Corp. has announced the THH 230ºC Hermetic series high temperature SMD tantalum capacitors. <read more>

Next-Gen UL Class 2/3 PC Mount Split Pack Transformers
Triad’s -C2 Models F and FS PC Mount Split Pack Transformers are the next generation of transformer with rugged construction that meets UL5085 Class 2/3 requirements and includes TUV approval for demanding applications around the globe. <read more>

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Electromagnetics - Magnetics/Assemblies - Materials - Software & Design

Test & Measurement - Research & Development

Global PM Market Report 2013-2018: NdFeB, Ferrite, SmCo, Alnico
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Global Permanent Magnet Market Report 2013-2018” report to their offering. <read more>

China Magnetic Materials Industry Report, 2013-2016
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “China Magnetic Materials Industry Report, 2013-2016” report to their offering. <read more>

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