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Cooperation between Daimler and Renault-Nissan Alliance deepening in 2016

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At the Paris Motor Show, Carlos Ghosn and Dieter Zetsche said that the strategic partnership between the Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler AG is maturing as it enters its seventh year in 2016. The staffing and equipping of the plant started in May 2016 according to plan. kWh/100 km; CO2 emissions, combined: 0 g/km). Earlier post.)

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Rice U graphene composite may keep wings, blades and transmission lines ice-free; Joule heating

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The researchers led by Rice graduate student Abdul-Rahman Raji spread a thin coat of the composite on a segment of rotor blade supplied by a helicopter manufacturer; they then replaced the thermally conductive nickel abrasion sleeve used as a leading edge on rotor blades. In Rice’s lab tests, nanoribbons were no more than 5% of the composite.

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Renault-Nissan Alliance and Daimler expand cooperation with new $1.4B plant in Mexico; next-gen compacts for Mercedes-Benz and Infiniti

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In addition, a high localization rate will significantly increase the Mexican supply base. The new engines will debut in Daimler, Renault and Nissan vehicles in 2016. The companies will add almost 5,700 jobs (including engineering, line workers and support staff) by the time the plant reaches full capacity, expected in 2021.

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A Smart Artificial Pancreas Could Conquer Diabetes

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The entire blood supply of a typical adult contains 4 or 5 grams of sugar—roughly as much as in the paper packet that restaurants offer with coffee. When he states that something is impossible, he is very probably wrong.". healthy endocrine system , the fasting blood glucose level is around 80 to 100 milligrams per deciliter of blood.

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Falling Domestic Fares and an A.I. Arms Race: What Travelers Can Expect in 2024

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Another alternative that travel advisers recommend is Slovenia. Hotel supply is primarily in larger urban centers or along interstates,” he added. It was acquired by Accor Hotels in 2016. Meanwhile, hotels are leaning into what distinguishes them most: the human element. Looking for a luxury experience?

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