Circular economy: Magnets from old hard drives could wind up in EV motors

Axial motor with recycled rare-earth material - ORNLAs some of the world’s largest automakers ramp up production for a generation of electric vehicles, the supply of one of the most important ingredients—rare-earth elements—is surely a cause for concern. Rare-earth elements—especially neodymium—are in short supply because of their limited production locations, much of...