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Ioxus launches new ultracap module series for easier design and installation; under the hood for automotive

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Ultracapacitor maker Ioxus has launched its iMOD X-Series, a family of 22 modules that makes the design and installation at the system level extremely easy for the end-customer. The X-Series was initially introduced in April 2014 during a soft launch of the product’s Alpha design. Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Unifrax introduces new nano-structured alumina catalyst support technology for a greener catalytic conversion option: Eco-lytic

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Housed within a vehicle’s catalytic converter, the Eco-lytic catalyst support fiber is designed to replace the existing catalytic converter or add to existing systems in order to enhance emission reduction, consume fewer precious metals and raw materials, and drive lower energy usage through vehicle weight reduction.

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Verdezyne groundbreaking for first bio-based DDDA plant; replacing petroleum

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The new facility is designed to produce bio-based long chain diacids via fermentation of Verdezyne’s proprietary yeast, which has been engineered to use non-food biomass to produce high value chemicals. —Chad Waite, Chairman of the Verdezyne Board of Directors. Verdezyne Inc.,

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COVID-19 Forced Us All to Experiment. What Have We Learned?

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We propose to build on this foundation and find a way to learn not just from crises but even during the crisis itself. Photo-Illustration: Chad Hagen; Original Photo: Bettmann/Getty Images. Photo-Illustration: Chad Hagen; Original Photo: Tao Images/Alamy. firms have invested in new digital capabilities.

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The Race for the Next-Gen Space Station

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There is a fourth contender, by the way: Axiom Space , a startup company, signed a contract in 2020 to build at least one new module for the ISS by mid-decade. Conceptually, their designs borrow heavily from the ISS, with cylindrical modules and photovoltaic panels docked together.

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Rerouting Intention And Sensation In Paralyzed Patients

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They’re building on a new understanding of the electric code used by the nervous system. Today I’m talking with Chad Bouton , who’s at the forefront of this electrifying field of research. Chad, welcome to the program, and can you please introduce yourself to our listeners? Chad Bouton: Yes, thanks so much, Eliza, for having me.

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XALT Energy, HED develop XBV telematics system for battery-electric powertrains

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XBV features multiple connectivity options, is easily integrated into new and existing configuration designs and uses an adhesive mounting system to attach the telematics antenna quickly and easily. —Chad Repp, Business Development Manager, Telematics, HED. —Chad Repp. —Casey Hourtienne.

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