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Researchers develop concept for ultra-fast hydrogen sensor; plasmonic metal–polymer hybrid nanomaterial

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In a paper in the journal Nature Materials , the team presents a plasmonic metal–polymer hybrid nanomaterial concept, in which the polymer coating reduces the apparent activation energy for hydrogen transport into and out of the plasmonic nanoparticles, while deactivation resistance is provided via a tailored tandem polymer membrane.

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Hyundai unveils 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid; 50 MPG EPA-estimated combined rating on the first Elantra Hybrid

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Hyundai officially launched its all-new 2021 Elantra and Elantra Hybrid in West Hollywood, CA. The 2021 Elantra showcases Hyundai’s latest ambitions, including a Sensuous Sportiness design identity, hybrid-electric vehicle technology, and segment-first wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Elantra Hybrid.

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BRANDED CONTENT: Manufacturing innovative polymer-based components for automotive applications | Autocar Professional

Baua Electric

provides the automotive industry with innovative state-of-the-art manufacturing solutions in engineered polymer-based components, systems and related services. We also have the expertise of manufacturing with long fibre injection molding, gas assisted injection molding, hybrid thermoplastic composite molding, injection compression molding.

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Kia Motors America pricing Optima hybrid with MSRP of $26,500

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Kia Motors America is pricing the 2011 Optima Hybrid—its first hybrid in the US market—with an MSRP of $26,500. The Optima Hybrid employs a Kia-developed powertrain including advanced lithium polymer batteries from LG Chem to deliver up to 35 miles per gallon in city driving and 40 miles per gallon on the highway.

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Road Test: 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid

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But with the 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV) we obliterated the “official” number in our real world driving. Adding electric miles. Adding together the gasoline and electricity, the EPA estimates 105 MPGe (Miles Per Gallon Equivalent). The hybrid system’s 8.9-kilowatt-hour The hybrid system’s 8.9-kilowatt-hour

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Audi shows Q5 fuel cell hybrid at Challenge Bibendum

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At the Challenge Bibendum this year in Berlin (18–22 May), Audi is showing its Q5 HFC (Hybrid Fuel Cell) technical study. The polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cell provides output of 98 kW (133 hp), and the Li-ion battery pack has a capacity of 1.3 Two high-pressure cylinders store hydrogen at a pressure of 700 bar.

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Berkeley Lab scientists generate low-cost, hybrid thermoelectric materials

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Scientists at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) have constructed a low-cost, nanoscale composite hybrid thermoelectric material by wrapping a polymer that conducts electricity around a nanorod of tellurium—a metal coupled with cadmium in today’s most cost-effective solar cells. Earlier post.)

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