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New mesocrystal photocatalyst enhances light-driven hydrogen production

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at 360 nm in overall water splitting and even good durability up to 1 day. When light is applied to photocatalysts, electrons and holes are produced on the surface of the catalyst; hydrogen is obtained when these electrons reduce the hydrogen ions in water. The mesocrystal also exhibits a high quantum yield of 6.7% Click to enlarge.

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Metallic nanostructures with strong light confinement can triple the efficiency of solar-based hydrogen generation

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Researchers led by a team from KAUST have found a more sustainable route to hydrogen fuel production using chaotic, light-trapping materials that mimic natural photosynthetic water splitting. Recently, nanostructured metals that convert solar electrons into intense, wave-like plasmon resonances have attracted interest for hydrogen production.

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Freudenberg-NOK wins first regular-production order for dry gas-lubricated frictionless engine seals

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The frictionless Levitex seals, a subject of the company’s research for years, will go into an engine for a global platform in 2017. As essential as the seal is, it produces a substantial amount of friction with every engine rotation, converting valuable torque into heat energy losses.

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BASF and Hyundai Motor showcase RN30 concept at K Fair; new lightweight and performance materials

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While high-performance cars generally contain carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) to reduce weight, the partners moved away from the fixed idea of using CFRP. The New Generation Hyundai i30—available in early 2017—reveals how BASF’s solutions convert concepts into reality. The new i30.

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Analysis: What’s the Best Way to Market EVs?

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This marketing choice by Ford is either a very bad idea (brand dilution) or a genius plan to move the pony car into the modern era. GM’s signature EV now is the Chevrolet Bolt EV , another new name, which arrived as a 2017 model and promptly won Motor Trend ’s Car of the Year award. I’m hoping for the latter. Lexus did the trick.

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EAA National Board nominations from across North America

Electric Auto Association

About Joe: Joe has driven electric since 2017 with two BMWs: i3 REX and X5 40e. Participative leadership, where ideas are followed by action. Personally meeting Sandy Munro to exchange ideas of the future of BEVs. I prefer an open exchange of ideas creating consensus decisions. What type of leadership makes you thrive?

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A New Wildfire Watchdog

Cars That Think

In the case of the 2017 Tubbs Fire, the 2018 Camp Fire, and the 2020 August Complex Fires, high winds blasted flames through populated areas in the early morning hours while residents were sleeping. The idea behind this motion event-triggered sensor isn't new. You roust your family and run to the car.