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Monitoring nuclear nonproliferation with seismoacoustic signals
Data recorded 50 m from a research reactor could predict whether the system was in an on or off state with 98% accuracy.
Powerful lithium-sulfur battery designed for mobile applications
The device promises to triple battery range and usage time compared to conventional lithium-ion cells.
More OCT hybrid cables for drag chain use
The assembled hybrid cables are suitable for servo drives in the industrial environment, such as in mechanical and plant engineering as well as for transport and conveyor technology.
Acquisition enables ESI Automotive to expand EV capabilities
The range, power and reliability of electric vehicle (EV) designs will benefit with improved output of inverters, batteries and electric motors at a systems-level.
Jumper cable interconnect boosts 5G data networking
A prototype high-speed jumper cable interconnect product that supports 112 Gbps PAM4 signaling on data networking systems.
Solar façade supplies building HVAC needs
The system can be retrofitted onto older buildings and integrated into new builds for the delivery of energy-efficient heating and cooling.
Wind turbine design is for the birds
A bionic approach combining features of a seagull's wing with an engineered flow control accessory can enhance wind turbine performance.
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Green Energy Season 2022 (April 24-30)
The freedom of green energy is limitless. And that is in both the literal and figurative sense.
Plans to ramp up PV module recycling
A five-year strategy focuses on outreach with stakeholders, data gathering and analysis, and hardware and processes research.
Michell Bearings secures PTFE conversion at hydropower station
New polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) thrust pads will extend the life of bearings by providing greater reliability.
Waterless system keeps solar cells spotless
The non-contact waterless system operates automatically via an electric motor and is activated by an electrode placed on top of a solar module.
Separation process benefits biofuel yield, battery recycling
The process effectively separates electrode materials from shredded batteries and can be applied to enhance biofuel production.
CURIE program to promote used nuclear fuel recycling
The goal is to support the deployment of advanced nuclear reactor technology by providing safe and sustainable domestic fuel stocks.
Video: Test bed to bolster grid resiliency and security
Rated up to 138 kV, the system includes up to 32 miles of reconfigurable distribution line and 16 miles of transmission line.
Video: Battery-equipped ships to transfer energy from offshore wind farms
Marine battery storage vessels will be charged at sea from offshore wind farms for transport back to land.
This manufacturer earned UL approval for halogen-free TPE cables
The halogen-free TPE jacket compounds minimize premature aging of the outer jacket by a factor of up to 10.
Video: Buoy solution to charge idle vessels
The world’s first full-scale offshore charging station for vessels at an offshore wind farm will be tested later in 2022.
Testing long duration energy storage in the UK
Innovative technologies with potential for the longer duration energy storage required to support balancing of the intermittency of renewable energy sources will be demonstrated.
Highest energy density batteries unveiled
The graphite lattice commonly used in anodes is replaced with silicon nanowires, which can store 10 times more lithium than graphite.