Dangerous Cobalt Mines in Congo Pose Challenges for Big Tech

Tech companies are trying to clean up the way they source cobalt, a key ingredient in batteries for smartphones, laptops and electric cars.

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The mineral is often dug by hand under hazardous conditions in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

President Joe Biden waves as he departs after attending Mass at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington. Biden plans to sign an executive order Monday, Jan. 25 that aims to boost government purchases from U.S. manufacturers.

Biden to Sign Buy American Order

Biden's order would modify the rules for the Buy American program, making it harder for contractors to qualify for a waiver.

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CEO Offers Projections for US Manufacturing in 2021

"Flexibility and foresight are highly achievable and likely closer in reach than some may think, given the maturity of smart manufacturing technology solutions."

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Lumentum Buys Laser Technology Company in $5.7B Deal

The company hopes to push into lasers and photonics outside of communications and 3D sensing applications.

Mark Keely of Kalama, Wash., stands with other protesters outside the Washington Department of Ecology's Vancouver field office in 2017.

Washington State Nixes Methanol Plant Meant to Supply China

Officials said it would pump out too much pollution.

Protolabs Acquires 3D Hubs

The deal will create one of the most comprehensive digital manufacturing resources for custom parts.

The natural strength of lobster shells inspired the research team.

How Lobsters Can Help Make Stronger 3D Printed Concrete

Patterns inspired by lobster shells can support more complex and creative architectural structures.

Algorithm Searches for New Alloys in Seconds

The method borrows its approach from the nesting habits of cuckoo birds.

Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong is questioned by reporters upon his arrival at the Seoul High Court, Jan. 18, 2021.

Samsung Scion Gets Prison in Bribery Case

A retrial found Lee Jae-yong guilty of bribing South Korea's former president and her close confidante.

Rescuers drill a new channel at the explosion site of a gold mine in Qixia City, China, Jan. 18, 2021.

12 Workers Alive After Being Trapped in China Mine Blast

The fate of the other 10 workers trapped by the explosion remains unknown.

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States Sue ATF Over Arms Manufacturer License

The states allege the company broke federal laws and contributed to gun trafficking.

Emerson’s new Welding and Assembly Technologies Global Headquarters located in Berkshire Industrial Park, Brookfield, Connecticut.

Emerson Opens $49M Welding & Assembly HQ in Connecticut

The new innovation facility will house 220 professional staff, engineering and production employees.

The new approach can be used to make a variety of complex objects such as the bicycle shown here.

New Method 3D Prints Detailed Glass Objects

To test it, they printed a tiny bicycle.