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Lightning Systems using predictive analytics to calculate vehicle fleet fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions

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Engineers from Colorado-based Lightning Systems are using artificial neural networks to predict accurately the fuel economy and tailpipe emissions of fleet vehicles. Using artificial neural networks, we are able to accurately predict fuel consumption and emissions of commercial and government fleets.

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US DOE invests $60 million in nuclear energy technology research and training

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The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced more than $60 million in nuclear energy research awards and improvements to university research reactors and infrastructure. These projects are led by 38 American universities and colleges in 28 states and the District of Columbia. Nuclear Energy Advanced Modeling & Simulation.

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First application of ZF’s AxTrax AVE electric portal axle in a fuel cell configuration; bus by ADL

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During field testing, the prototype operated along actual bus routes in several cities throughout the United Kingdom. In addition to the AxTrax AVE, ZF also provided the inverter, the EST 54 electronic control unit and the appropriate control software. ZF introduced the AxTrax AVE in 2012.

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Global NCAP calls for universal application of minimum vehicle safety standards in all world markets by 2020

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Global NCAP has released a new policy report, “ Democratising Car Safety: Road Map for Safer Cars 2020 ”, calling for minimum vehicle safety standards to be applied universally in all world markets. Global NCAP is an independent charity registered in the United Kingdom.

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Hertz introduces CNG vehicle rentals in US; Civics and Yukons

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The Hertz Corporation is introducing compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles to its fleet in the US. All vehicles will include NeverLost GPS units to assist renters in mapping local CNG refueling stations. Last year, Hertz introduced the addition of CNG vehicles through Hertz On Demand at Oklahoma State University. —Mark P.

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Groupe Renault creating first European factory dedicated to the circular economy of mobility in Flins

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To support this approach, the ReFactory will also include an incubator, open to start-ups, academic partners, large groups, local authorities and intrapreneurship, as well as a training center, backed by a university center, to promote know-how and accelerate research in the circular economy. Renault ZOE is thus made up of 22.5

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DARPA SubT Finals: Meet the Teams

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USA, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Norway. University of Nevada, Reno. University of California, Berkeley. Oxford Robotics Institute, United Kingdom. Norwegian University for Science and Technology (NTNU), Norway. California State University Channel Islands. Team CERBERUS. Team CERBERUS.