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Michigan State University Receives $2.5M ARPA-E Award to Build Wave Disc Engine/Generator for Series Hybrid Applications

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million from the Department of Energy’s ARPA-E program ( earlier post ) to complete its prototype development of a new gasoline-fueled wave disc engine and electricity generator that promises to be five times more efficient than traditional auto engines in electricity production, 20% lighter, and 30% cheaper to manufacture.

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SEC issues cease-and-desist order against split-cycle engine developer Scuderi Group for violations of Securities Act

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Scuderi’s business plan is to develop, to patent, and to license its engine technology to OEMs and engine manufacturers. Scuderi Group conducted, in essence, one continuous offering for over eight years, from January 2004 through July 2012. Concept Engines Engines Fuel Efficiency Market Background'

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