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The first natural gas truck in India rolls off the production line, powered by FPT Industrial
India’s first manufacturing facility for the production of liquified natural gas-fueled trucks is now operational.
New coating promises to improve window insulation
According to its developers, the coating prevents a significant portion of near-infrared (NIR) and ultraviolet (UV) rays from passing through, while simultaneously admitting visible light.
New coating to protect crops from nutrient loss
Use of the coating technology also results in increased or similar yields with reduced fertilizer use rates, reduces the amount of nitrogen applications and offers consistent nutrient release.
Electrification of process heating equipment for CO2 reduction
One significant source of CO2 production is in process heating and steam generation, where fuel fired boilers and heating systems traditionally provide energy input.
A boom for the nuclear waste management market
This market is expected to reach a value of nearly $7 billion by 2027.
Video: Swiss water battery now switched on
A pumped storage hydropower plant serving as a water battery is now operational in Switzerland.
Food waste-derived biodiesel may ease pain at the pump
To create the fuel, the Worcester team employed a process called hydrothermal liquefaction wherein heat and water break down food waste into a liquid.
New ocean space surveillance system now operational
The ocean space surveillance system for energy operators on the Norwegian and U.K. continental shelves is reportedly one of the world’s most advanced ocean space surveillance and vessel traffic management (VTMS) systems.
Mini USB vs. micro USB: Similarities, differences and latest trends
It is essential to understand how these USB connectors differ and their suitability for different applications.
Upgraded PV energy storage inverter for the residential solar market
The single-phase hybrid inverter supports peak-shaving functions and parallel operation for capacity expansion up to 30 kW.
General Magnaplate CS-1331 coating removes PVC residue at high temperatures
The coating offers exceptional polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic release and wear resistance properties with proven thermal stability up to 500° F.
Video: Demo slated for wave energy array
Marine Power Systems will demonstrate its multi-megawatt wave energy array at the European Marine Energy Centre in Orkney, Scotland.
App aims to provide drillers with up-to-date well insights
SiteCom Trip Risk enables a dynamic presentation of the string within the well, highlighting key operational observations and data to the driller.
Power Conversions (Oct. 2-8)
Here's our look at the unsung hero technology of modern life, power distribution and allocation equipment.
UK manufacturers leading the charge at Battery Show North America EV tech expo
An alliance of the U.K.’s leading automotive businesses will showcase the latest electric vehicle (EV) battery innovations to accelerate the global transition toward electrification.
FPT Industrial-style sustainability returns for the Grape Harvest Festival at Fontanafredda
The event at the historic Italian winery featured grapes harvested with biofuel-powered tractors.
Recyclable wind turbine blades now spin in the circular economy
The first recyclable blades engineered by Siemens Gamesa are spinning on a wind turbine at the Kaskasi offshore wind farm in Germany.
Coating acts quick against bacteria, viruses, lasts for months
Engineers and immunologists at the University of Michigan demonstrated that their new coating, applied to everyday items such as cell phone screens, keyboards and cutting boards, was capable of destroying SARS-CoV-2, E. coli, MRSA and various other pathogens in the lab.
How to resolve the grid’s cyber vulnerabilities
Here is how power grid owners and operators in the U.S. are responding to emerging cyber-threats to electrical systems.
Coating developed for thermal intelligence, counter-surveillance
The team developed the transparent infrared reflective coating with a nano-mesh structure, enabling the material to transmit visible light, such as sunlight, and reflect body thermal radiation in the same fashion as commonly used metal-based textiles.