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Shallow geothermal energy can keep PV panels cool
The potential use of shallow geothermal energy to help solar energy systems keep cool was tested in Iraq, where ambient temperatures in summer often exceed 113° F.
Video: Sustainable energy storage systems tailored for renewables
The storage systems are based on proprietary lithium iron phosphate batteries, which deliver superior thermal and chemical stability compared to traditional lithium-ion cells.
Watch how a new process speeds perovskite module manufacturing
The high-speed manufacturing system could advance perovskite module commercialization as a green alternative to conventional silicon-based solar panels.
Wi-Fi 6E MIMO antenna system for enterprise and industrial IoT access points
The system enables simultaneous operation in the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz frequency bands, resulting in an additional 1.2 GHz of spectrum and greater than two times increase in available channels.
Video: Protective shell improves methanol fuel cell performance
Coating platinum catalyst nanoparticles with a protective carbon layer has been demonstrated to prevent stability issues in these fuel cells.
Team 3D prints new lenses for computing, imaging applications
Researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed new 3D-printed micro-lenses with adjustable refractive indices.
Ships could serve as early warning for tsunamis
The bobbing activity of ships might signal the approach of a tsunami.
Flying car startup acquires Uber Elevate
Uber will further invest in Joby to the tune of $75 million.
Sterile storage cabinets provide portable and cost-effective cleanroom environments
Under certain circumstances, budget, time and space constraints make it impossible to construct a cleanroom, and it is necessary to have a rapidly deployable or portable cleanroom solution.
GEMU M75 process solenoid valve with sophisticated bellows for pressure compensation
GEMU has released a cleverly designed solenoid valve with pressure compensation using double bellows principle.
Video: First green hydrogen heating network gets green light
The demonstration project conceived by gas distributor SGN will deliver renewable hydrogen to about 300 homes in Scotland for heating and cooking by the end of 2022.
Watch: Screen-printing a powerful, flexible battery
The silver oxide-zinc device features five to 10 times greater areal energy density than available batteries.
Touch-screen coating prevents surface transmissions of COVID-19
Touch-screen coating kills 99.99% of bacteria.
New packaging film derived from cucumber peels
Cucumber peels to serve a function in the packaging industry.
Company introduces its bellows seal valve range
Spirax Sarco, a steam system engineering and management company, has expanded its product line to include a range of bellows seal valves including BSA and A3S isolation valves.
UV device constantly sanitizes escalator handrails
Devices sanitize high-risk surfaces in busy transportation hubs.
Video: Students to solve manufacturing challenge for linear motion supplier Rockford Ball Screw
Student engineers are tasked to solve a real-world engineering challenge with practical benefits for their sponsor company.
Thermal Management: Cool Down With igus® Bearings
Developing new and more efficient automotive thermal management solutions is better with iglide® plastic bearings. Watch this webinar to discover their advantages and how they compare to the competition.
One bacterial strain does it all during wastewater treatment
Economic and environmental costs associated with wastewater treatment can be reduced by enlisting the aid of a bacterium capable of simultaneous nitrification and denitrification with phosphate removal.
Testing photovoltaics under real-world conditions
A photovoltaic testing system measures system voltage as a function of light intensity in outdoor settings for real-time performance measurement and diagnostics.