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Largest Solar-Thermochemical Hydrogen Plant Inaugurated
The facility in southern Spain produces hydrogen directly via a thermo-chemical redox reaction.
Heated Rock-fill Storage Planned for Wind Energy
About 1,000 tons of rock fill will provide 30 MWh of electric energy at temperatures of 600° C.
New Support Media Reduces Operating Costs and Layers in Fixed-Bed Catalyst Applications
The engineered shape of Denstone deltaP media also allows for users to maintain a lower pressure drop improving operations, but also prevents small catalysts from migrating down through the bed of support media.
Proposed Bill to Open the Arctic National Wildlife Reserve to Oil Drilling
The controversial tax bill recently approved by the House of Representatives includes a provision that would open up a 1.5 million-acre area of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) to oil and gas drilling. The coastal plain targeted in the provision contains a fragile ecosystem with an incredible array of biodiversity as well is it inhabited by the Gwich’in whose literal translation is “people of the land.”
Nordex Offers Wind Turbine Sound Reduction Solutions
The solutions for Generation Delta wind turbines at noise-sensitive sites increase turbine output while controlling sound emissions.
Sea Urchin Spines Inspire Fracture-Resistant Cement
A highly fracture-resistant cement was developed based on the nanostructure of sea urchin spines.
First Mobile Hyperspectral Camera Developed
Specim Spectral Imaging Ltd. Oy has announced the release of the first mobile hyperspectral camera, SPECIM IQ.
Watch: Beating Heart Patch Promises Cardiac Tissue Repair
The heart patch is as strong and electrically active as a healthy adult heart.
Catalytic Structures Could Clean Up Diesel Engine Technology
New nanostructured earth abundant metal catalysts rival platinum for reactions of practical importance and at temperatures relevant to exhaust emissions.
North Sea Oil Field Redevelopment Set for 2019
The announcement represents one of the largest oil and gas project investments made in the Danish North Sea and will enable Tyra to operate for at least 25 years.
Rail Control Technology Approved for Mainline Upgrade
The approval will enable Bombardier's signaling system to be implemented as part of Sweden's program to modernize its 11,000-kilometer mainline rail network.
Google This: More Wind Capacity for Tech Giant
Google is buying 536 megawatts of wind generating capacity from four different power plants.
Accurately Predict Toxic Cloud Dispersion with Revised Software
The updated model from DNV GL significantly improves predictions of releases with short durations.
Sourcing Rare Earth Elements from U.S. Coal
Coal samples were found to have rare earth element concentrations greater than 300 ppm.
Medical Camera Sees Through The Body
Scientists have developed a new medical camera that can see through the human body. The camera was designed to help doctors track medical tools known as endoscopes.
Between 400 and 800 Million Jobs Lost to Automation by 2030: McKinsey
According to a new report by McKinsey Global Institute, between 400 and 800 million jobs around the world will potentially be lost by 2030 to automation, with roles usurped by robotics, artificial intelligence, self-driven cars and customer service software.
NREL Scientists Develop Solar-powered Window
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has demonstrated a thermochromic smart window that converts sunlight into electricity.
Beer in Space: Budweiser Aims to be the First Beer on Mars
Budweiser is committed to making their beer the first beer on Mars. The brewery has confirmed upcoming experiments on the International Space Station with plants to send and study barley—the key ingredient in their beer—into space in early December.
When Kings Preferred Aluminum To Gold
In the mid-1800s aluminum was a precious metal on par with silver and gold. Proof of this can be found in the apex of the Washington monument, the formal "silver-ware" of the Second French Empire and assorted high-end 19th-century jewelry. This in spite of the fact that aluminum is the third most abundant element in the Earth's crust. Why?
Efficient Drivetrains Announces EDI PowerDrive 8000 Series Availability
EDI has announced its EDI PowerDrive™ 8000 series of drivetrains, available in both full electric and plug-in hybrid options.