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Abstract:
Rare earth element (REE) materials-rare earth ores, oxides, metals, alloys, semi-finished rare earth products, and components containing REEs are used in a variety of commercial and military applications, such as cell phones, computer hard drives, and Department of Defense (DoD) precision-guided munitions. Today, most rare earth materials processing is performed in China, giving it a dominant position that could affect worldwide supply and prices. A disruption or manipulation of the rare earth elements supply chain will negatively impact DoD's National Security mission. To mitigate this vulnerability, DoD needs an integrated rare earth elements supply chain strategy that addresses the vulnerabilities and competing interests in such an integrated supply chain strategy.
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Research paper |
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36 |
| Report Date: |
24 FEB 2011 |
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A453745 |
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