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Fraunhofer researchers developing ammonia-based systems for mobile energy in infrastructure, transportation and industry

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In comparison to hydrogen, liquefied ammonia makes it easier to transport large volumes to wherever it is needed. Kolb As part of the Spaltgas project , researchers at Fraunhofer IMM and their project partners are developing a combustion technology for this gas mixture that will be used in the brick firing process.

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bp begins shipping LNG from Mozambique’s first LNG project and first FLNG platform

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bp continues to look for opportunities across the gas value chain, as it sees LNG as an essential part of the energy transition and its own pivot to becoming an integrated energy company. Under its long-term contract, bp will purchase 100% of LNG output from Coral Sul FLNG which has the capacity to produce up to of 3.4

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BMW Group Production leveraging virtual reality and augmented reality applications

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Target/actual comparisons in operations. Checking a complex part weighing up to 25 tons—such as a press tool for the production of body parts—can take a lot of time. The tedious comparison between CAD data on the screen and the actual tool will then be a thing of the past.

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Westport Fuel Systems & AVL conclude high-efficiency H2 powertrain can outperform fuel cells in TCO for heavy-duty applications

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Comparison of engine indicated efficiency with three different combustion approaches (PFI SI, ECDI SI and HPDI) for H2 with a diesel reference under full load operation. The models indicate NO x emissions can be managed with EGR and commercially available Urea-SCR NO x exhaust aftertreatment technology. Source: Westport/AVL.

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Model Y: The latest generation basics compared

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While both EVs share several of the same parts, they do remain unique from one another in many ways. While not exhaustive, this side by side comparison of the Tesla Model 3 vs. Model Y should help you get a basic idea for how these cars differ… more… The post Tesla Model 3 vs.

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Tesla Model 3 vs. Model Y: The latest generation basics compared

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While both EVs share several of the same parts, they do remain unique from one another in many ways. While not exhaustive, this side by side comparison of Tesla’s Model 3 and its Model Y should help you get a basic idea for how these cars differ… more… The post Tesla Model 3 vs.

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Mercedes-Benz Vito gets OM 654 four-cylinder diesel engine

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In comparison to the predecessor, the new OM 654 diesel engine range reduces emissions and fuel consumption while also optimizing noise and vibration comfort. With the near-engine, insulated position of the components, the exhaust-gas aftertreatment system enjoys low heat loss and advantageous working conditions.

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