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DOE awarding >$24M to 77 projects through Technology Commercialization Fund

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $24 million in funding for 77 projects supported by the Office of Technology Transitions (OTT) Technology Commercialization Fund (TCF). Concentric Ring Gas Atomization Die Design for Optimized Particle Production, $150,000 Praxair, Indianapolis, Ind. Selected Labs and Partners.

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DOE renews funding for PowerAmerica Institute; next-gen WBG semiconductors for power electronics

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Raleigh-based PowerAmerica commercialized more than 10 WBG technologies over five years. To date, 40% of PowerAmerica’s 60 projects have reached or are set to reach commercial status.

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Electrify America releases $300M Cycle 2 national ZEV investment plan; metro charging, autonomous charging, renewable generation

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Finally, Electrify America will invest in DCFC stations specifically designed to serve shared mobility drivers (car share, taxis, and transportation network company (TNC) drivers) to ensure that these high mileage drivers and passengers are able to enjoy the benefits of ZEV adoption conveniently and cost effectively.

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GM and ABB demonstrate community energy storage system built from 5 used Volt batteries; Duke Energy testing

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The system is designed to work autonomously; in addition, the utility could override for manual dispatch. ABB’s research center in Raleigh, NC, conducted the research and development, and ABB’s Medium Voltage business unit in Lake Mary, Fla., is managing the proof-of-concept testing, market research and product development.

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Ford Testing Intelligent System for Plug-in Vehicle to Grid Communication to Manage Charging

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This vehicle-to-grid communication technology is an important step in the journey toward the widespread commercialization of electric vehicles. We are designing what plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles will be capable of in the future. Progress Energy of Raleigh, N.C. Bill Ford, Ford’s executive chairman.

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First $300M tranche of VW National ZEV investment targets charging infrastructure; 150kW+ fast charging on highway network

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Chicago, Portland, Boston, Seattle, Philadelphia, Denver, Houston, Miami, and Raleigh—and several highway corridors. Electrify America stations will be designed to provide access by supporting multiple non-proprietary and interoperable charging technologies to meet different needs.

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President Obama announces two new public-private manufacturing innovation institutes; new manufacturing innovation institute competition

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There are significant challenges for new lightweight and modern metals to reach widespread commercial production. Digital Manufacturing And Design Innovation. UTRC; Wolf Robotics. Earlier post.).