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Universal Hydrogen completes first taxi tests; granted experimental airworthiness certificate by FAA; Air New Zealand agreement

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Universal Hydrogen was granted a special airworthiness certificate in the experimental category by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to proceed with the first flight of its hydrogen-powered regional aircraft. Air New Zealand. —Paul Eremenko, co-founder and CEO of Universal Hydrogen

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How is New Zealand disposing of EV batteries?

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Electric Vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular worldwide, and New Zealand is no exception. In this article, we will explore what happens to old EV batteries in New Zealand and why it’s essential to dispose of them properly. How is New Zealand disposing of EV batteries?

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ACIA Aero Leasing LOI with Universal Hydrogen for up to 30 regional aircraft conversions to hydrogen power

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Universal Hydrogen Co. ACIA expects to place 10 firm orders for Universal Hydrogen’s ATR 72 conversion kits with additional purchase rights for 20 more conversion kits of various turboprop types. The conversion consists of a fuel cell electric powertrain that replaces the existing turboprop engines.

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UAE University researchers working on microalgae for biodiesel

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A team of researchers from the Chemical Engineering Department at United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) have been working on a project called “Microalgae for Biodiesel” since 2010. The team is also looking into extending the collaboration to include companies from the local industry. Ali Rashid Al Noaimi, UAEU Vice Chancellor.

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Electreon and ASPIRE to launch electrified roadway demo in Utah

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One of the key aspects of the ASPIRE research portfolio is dynamic wireless power transfer, a research and development area where USU and its ASPIRE partner universities have led advances for many years. Utah test track.

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New Zealand revs up for electric cars

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Widespread use of electric cars is just a matter of time: and according to industry experts in New Zealand, they could take over the roads within 10 years.

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Video Friday: Baby Clappy

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Tech United ] Franka Production 3 is the force sensitive robot platform made in Germany, an industry system that ignites productivity for everyone who needs industrial robotics automation. With NSF's support, a team of Stanford University mechanical engineers has found a way to target drug delivery…to better attack that headache.

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