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Sodium is seen by some as a promising alternative, but the sodium-sulfur batteries currently in use run at temperatures above 300 °C, making them less energy efficient and safe than batteries that run at ambient temperatures. Sodium-ion batteries have been discussed in the literature. for some time. —Cao et al.
Following an investigation into the cause of a sodium-sulfur battery fire on 21 September 2011 at Mitsubishi Materials Corp.’s will begin collecting its existing sodium-sulfur (NaS) batteries from customers to make safety modifications. s Tsukuba, NGK Insulators Ltd.
Researchers at Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany, have improved the performance of sodium-ion batteries ( earlier post ) by using tailor-made carbon materials with hierarchical porosity for the anode instead of common carbon-based anode materials. 1 at C/5 while exhibiting excellent rate capability and reasonable cycle life.
MHI will oversee both the conceptual design as well as research and development (R&D) for the sodium-cooled fast reactor in partnership with Mitsubishi FBR Systems, Inc. MHI is also involved in the US-Japan cooperation program (signature of memorandum of cooperation on sodium fast reactor technology with TerraPower, LLC in 2022).
A team of researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory has synthesized amorphous titanium dioxide nanotube (TiO 2 NT) electrodes directly grown on current collectors without binders and additives to use as an anode for sodium-ion batteries. V vs Li/Li + ) with comparable capacities to the dominant graphite anodes.
GE Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt shows a sodium-metal halide battery cell at the press conference announcing the battery plant. GE says the planned facility will produce approximately 10 million sodium-metal halide cells each year—equivalent to 900 MWh of energy storage, or enough to support 1,000 GE hybrid locomotives. Earlier post.).
In October 2008, Xcel began testing a one-megawatt sodium-sulfur (NaS) battery ( earlier post ) to demonstrate its ability to store wind energy and move it to the electricity grid when needed. A final report is expected in summer 2011. The project is being conducted in Luverne, Minn., about 30 miles east of Sioux Falls, S.D.
Researchers in Germany have produced a hydrocarbon-based bio-crude and non-condensable gases from the thermal degradation of free fatty acids and animal fat in the presence of water and sodium carbonate (Na 2 CO 3 , a sodium salt of carbonic acid commonly used as a water softener). The net calorific value of bio-crude was 41.6
British battery R&D company Faradion has demonstrated a proof-of-concept electric bike powered by sodium-ion batteries at the headquarters of Williams Advanced Engineering, which collaborated in the development of the bike. Sodium-ion intercalation batteries—i.e., Oxford University was also a partner. Earlier post.)
the ZEBRA battery, or GE’s Durathon sodium-metal halide batteries, earlier post ) has been the need for high operating temperatures to keep the salt molten. Sumitomo Electric Annual Report 2011. A drawback to the general class of molten salt batteries (e.g.,
According to a recent report from Pike Research, hybrid locomotive sales will reach nearly 500 units during the period from 2011 to 2020, representing an increasing portion of the total market. Hybrid electric locomotive sales by region, baseline scenario, World Markets: 2010-2020. Source: Pike Research. Click to enlarge.
Researchers from Tatung and National Cheng Kung Universities in China, and Case Western Reserve University in Ohio, report manufacturing a new oxygenate additive for diesels (bio or petroleum) using glycerol (a major byproduct of biodiesel production), dimethyl sulfate (DMS), and sodium hydroxide pellets as raw materials. —Chang et al.
Researchers at US Department of Energy (DOE) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have demonstrated a new tin-antimony (SnSb/C) nanocomposite based on sodium (Na) alloying reactions as an anode for Na-ion battery applications. Sodium has been proposed as a promising lower-cost alternative to Li-ion rechargeable batteries for grid storage.
BASF broke ground for its new production plant for sodium methylate in Guaratinguetá, Brazil, its largest site in South America. Sodium methylate is an efficient and reliable catalyst for the production of biodiesel. The plant is expected to be operational from the end of 2011 onwards.
According to a new report from Pike Research, the global market for ESS for ancillary services applications will see strong growth in the coming decade, with revenues in the sector rising from $412 million in 2011 to more than $3.2 Installed revenue by ess for ancillary services by technology, world markets: 2011-2021. billion by 2021.
Bicarbonates are a component of many natural stones and are also commonly used as baking powder or sherbet (sodium bicarbonate, NaHCO 3 ). to sodium formate in 96% yield at 70 °C in water/THF without additional CO 2. Dehydrogenation of sodium formate was achieved with high conversion (> 90 %) under ambient temperature (30 °C).
published in the ACS journal Chemical Reviews , reviews in detail four stationary storage systems considered the most promising candidates for electrochemical energy storage: vanadium redox flow; sodium-beta alumina membrane; lithium-ion; and lead-carbon batteries. Sodium-beta alumina membrane battery. In their study, Yang et al.
To maximize the benefit of the open structure, the researchers needed to use ions that fit; hydrated potassium ions proved to be a much better fit compared with other hydrated ions such as sodium and lithium. Huggins & Yi Cui (2011) Copper hexacyanoferrate battery electrodes with long cycle life and high power. —Yi Cui.
The engine will first be mounted on the new Micra (known as March in other markets) in the European market in the first half of 2011. Nissan Motor Co., unveiled a newly developed 1.2-liter engine and CO 2 emissions of 95 grams per kilometer (New European Drive Cycle). The engine is based on the HR12DE, the new 1.2L
In the new paper, the researchers show that in the presence of alkali metal ions such as sodium—for example, in seawater—these clusters are stable enough to persist in solution or as small particles even when the oxidizing agent is removed.
Kanatzidis (2011) Strained endotaxial nanostructures with high thermoelectric figure of merit. Nature Chemistry (2011) doi: 10.1038/nchem.955. This effectively inhibits the heat flow in the system but does not affect the hole mobility, allowing a large power factor to be achieved. Articles ASAP doi: 10.1021/nl104138t.
Advanced lithium ion batteries, sodium sulfur (NaS) batteries, and compressed air energy storage (CAES) are other key technologies that will be utilized for bulk storage applications during the forecast period. 2010 vs 2011 forecasts. —Energy Storage on the Grid (2011). —Energy Storage on the Grid (2011).
Scheduled to be fully operational by mid-2011, the facility will be in close proximity to GE Global Research in Niskayuna, where advances to the battery chemistry were developed. GE claimed the largest of the battery-related awards, with a $25.5
We plan to have a pre-commercial plant operational in 2011 with plans to quickly scale to a commercial facility producing over 200 million liters of ethanol per year. Unlike other organisms such as Moorella thermoacetica or Acetobacterium woodii, neither cytochromes nor sodium ions are involved in energy generation.
The technique uses a solvent such as sodium or potassium hydroxides, converted by reacting with CO 2 to aqueous carbonates or bicarbonates. Littau (2011) CO 2 separation using bipolar membrane electrodialysis. One possible technique for this might be the use of spray towers, Elrod noted.) Energy Environ. doi: 10.1039/C0EE00303D.
The new system is expected to be in production vehicles by 2011. Commonly found in aircraft valves through the years, internally cooled, or sodium-cooled valves are effective at reducing valve temperatures but a new approach was needed to be a viable option for high volume automotive engines. Audi will replace the 3.6-liter V8 engines.
2011 Ecotec 1.4L The 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is powered by a new generation of small-displacement four-cylinder engines, including the Ecotec 1.4L Sodium-filled exhaust valves are designed for the higher combustion temperatures of the turbo system. I-4 VVT Turbo (LUJ) for Chevrolet Cruze. Click to enlarge. The Ecotec 1.4L
After years of settling, a stable suspension in water (mature fine tailings) is formed by the fine particles, high concentration of naphthenic acids, sodium sulfate, and unrecovered bitumen. Xingang Li, Wenjun Sun, Guozhong Wu, Lin He, Hong Li, and Hong Sui (2011) Ionic Liquid Enhanced Solvent Extraction for Bitumen Recovery from Oil Sands.
Based on our precious metals recycling, we pioneered industrial-scale battery recycling in 2011 in Belgium. Recycling, when done properly, reduces a battery’s carbon backpack considerably compared to mining. It’s part of our circular business model which we adopted 23 years ago.
In addition to a recent electric car deal with NISSAN Motors ( NSANY ), Portland General Electric, the Oregon state governor and GE have also announced a joint venture with Mitsubishi Motors ( MMTOF.PK ) to develop and sell the Miev electric car with 85 mile range by 2011. By 2011 look for a larger THINK Ox. safety requirements.
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