Lucid Motors is acquiring certain facilities in Arizona owned by bankrupt EV truck maker Nikola, offering more than 300 former Nikola employees jobs in engineering, software, assembly, vehicle testing, and warehouse support. The purchase includes state-of-the-art manufacturing and warehousing buildings, along with equipment like battery testing chambers and a full-size chassis dynamometer. The $30 million deal is part of Lucid’s expansion plans in Arizona, pending approval from the US Bankruptcy Court, as it prepares to ramp up production of its electric SUV, Gravity, starting with the $94,000 Grand Touring trim.
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Researchers have confirmed that metals can self-heal from nanoscale fatigue damage, an observation that aligns with predictions made in 2013 by Texas A&M's Michael Demkowicz. The healing process, which occurs at room temperature and may involve cold welding in vacuum environments, suggests potential for advancements in metal durability and applications. Need More Context? 🔎
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