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Chinese scientists engineer tougher tires using rare earth elements

Chinese scientists have developed a new method for producing high-strength rubber using rare earth elements, specifically neodymium. This advanced rubber, designed for enhanced durability and elasticity, is intended for use in electric vehicles and heavy-duty transport. A new production facility, set to begin operations on July 16, will utilize over six decades of research in rare earth catalytic synthesis for butadiene rubber. AI

RANK_REASON Research into new material properties and production methods. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Chinese scientists engineer tougher tires using rare earth elements

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Victoria Bela ·

    Why use rare earths in rubber production? Chinese scientists are engineering tougher tyres

    Chinese researchers have completed trials of a new rare earth-based synthetic rubber production facility, industrialising a major raw material for manufacturing electric vehicle and heavy-duty vehicle tyres. High-quality synthetic rubber, most of which uses metal as a catalyst du…