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EPFL team develops low-cost catalyst for splitting CO2

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EPFL scientists have developed an Earth-abundant and low-cost catalytic system for splitting CO 2 into CO and oxygen—an important step towards achieving the conversion of renewable energy into hydrocarbon fuels. This is the first time that such a bi-functional and low-cost catalyst is demonstrated.

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GWU team demonstrates highly scalable, low-cost process for making carbon nanotube wools directly from CO2

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The process is constrained by the (low) cost of electricity. Monel cathode substrates, electrolyte equilibration, and a mixed metal (NiChrome) nucleation facilitate the synthesis of this CNT wool. Carbon dioxide is the sole reactant in this CNT transformation, providing a financial impetus for the removal of this greenhouse gas.

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Velodyne introduces new low-cost fixed-laser solid-state LiDAR for autonomous driving and ADAS applications

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Velodyne LiDAR’s new approach to the development of solid-state LiDAR sensors reflects the application of a monolithic gallium nitride (GaN) integrated circuit, developed in partnership with Efficient Power Conversion (EPC). Each integrated circuit is less than 4mm square.

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Solid Power unveils all-solid-state platform technology, transitions silicon cells to pilot line

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The platform can also use low-cost and high-specific-energy conversion-type cathodes that are not suitable in lithium-ion or other liquid-based cell architectures. The company intends to begin production of a 20 Ah high-content silicon anode cell by the end of 2021, with 100 Ah expected to follow in 2022.

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Primus Green Energy methanol plant project slated for 2017 in the Marcellus Region

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Production from the plant is slated to begin in 2017 for regional distribution, and three additional trains in the following years are expected to increase its capacity to 640MT/day. The low-cost, modular systems can be trucked in and assembled onsite for easy deployment. Primus Green Energy Inc.,

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Velodyne LiDAR announces new design for miniaturized, low-cost solid-state LiDAR sensors using GaN technology

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Velodyne LiDAR’s new approach to the development of solid-state LiDAR sensors reflects the application of a monolithic gallium nitride (GaN) integrated circuit, developed in partnership with Efficient Power Conversion (EPC). Each integrated circuit is less than 4mm square.

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Johns Hopkins team plates Pt on cobalt to create low-cost, highly efficient fuel cell catalysts

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New developments will target further applications of such materials in chemical conversions of hydrocarbons. Currently, the team is working on adapting their technique to other precious metals and non-precious substrates. The research was supported by National Science Foundation grant DMR-1410175 and a Johns Hopkins University Catalyst Award.

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