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Alaska Air Group collaborating with ZeroAvia to develop hydrogen powertrain for 76-seat zero-emission aircraft

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ZeroAvia announced a development collaboration with Alaska Air Group, the parent company of Alaska Airlines, for a hydrogen-electric powertrain capable of flying 76-seat regional aircraft in excess of 500 NM. capable of transporting 76 passengers. ZeroAvia will set up a location in the Seattle area to support this initiative.

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20 airlines commit to use new technologies to minimize climate impact; Target True Zero

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Twenty airline members of the World Economic Forum’s Target True Zero initiative committed to utilizing new technologies, such as electric, hydrogen and hybrid aircraft, to address the challenge of climate change. —Target True Zero statement. —Timothy Reuter, Head of Aerospace and Drones, of the World Economic Forum.

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Universal Hydrogen secures additional $62M in financing to accelerate first test flight of hydrogen-powered regional aircraft to 2022

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Together, these will provide regional operators with unit economics that are equivalent or better than those of conventional jet fuel-powered variants of the aircraft. If we want to decarbonize the industry on the timeframe of the Paris Agreement, the world’s narrowbody airliner fleet has to become hydrogen-powered starting in the 2030s.

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ZeroAvia raises $35M more to accelerate development of 2-5MW hydrogen powertrain; United invests

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The ZA2000 engine family is being designed to be capable of producing between 2,000 and 5,000 kilowatts of power with a 500-mile range. ZeroAvia said that it has made significant progress towards achieving its goal of zero-emission aviation over the past few weeks.

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Twelve and Emerging Fuels Technology sign master license agreement to scale SAF production

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With aviation representing one of the most difficult-to-address sectors for emissions, Twelve is scaling E-Jet fuel manufacturing capacity to meet rapidly growing demand from customers looking to reach net zero climate goals.

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From Coast to Coast: Uncovering the Most Loved Cars in Each State

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These preferences are shaped by a variety of factors, including the state's geographical landscape, climate, and lifestyle of its residents. Power explores the most popular vehicles sold be state. Photo credit: jluke / Shutterstock.com Every state in America has its own unique preferences when it comes to choosing the right vehicle.

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5 phase SRM motors

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I don't think the ambient temperature matters much, because all modern EV motors run high enough power density that they need active (normally liquid, often oil) cooling; their internal operating temperature can get pretty high, even in a temperate climate. Both rotor designs experience heating.

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