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SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Acoustic emission and strain sensors detect damage in the tank. The research work focuses on acoustic emission sensors. If a single carbon fiber tears in the pressure tank, a sound wave is generated that travels through the fibers. The damage signals are recorded with the sensors.

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OCTOBER 4, 2022

These projects will help decarbonize the transportation sector and enhance the infrastructure needed to support the growing adoption of zero-emission vehicles. Vehma International. Wholly Sustainable, Cost-Effective Carbon Fiber-Nylon Compounds. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

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JUNE 20, 2022

Pininfarina HAS re-interpreted the Apricale’s initial reference design to create a vision of the future of zero-emissions performance motoring. As the tanks have to withstand extremely high pressure (up to 700 bar or 700 times atmospheric pressure), they are very heavy, even when constructed with carbon fiber.

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

ADL will focus initially on the introduction of the low emission technology to bus fleets in London and Oxford but anticipates rapid deployment across the UK in the next few years. It will also be working closely with GKN to develop the technology for international markets.

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MARCH 27, 2012

ANA Group, Japan’s largest airline group, aims to reduce its carbon emissions by 20% by 2020 compared with 2005 levels. ANA says it was the first airline in the global aviation industry to set itself a target for reducing total CO 2 emissions. million tons over the 2012-2020 period compared with 5 million tons in 2005.

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JANUARY 22, 2014

AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) For the purposes of this AOI, a carbon fiber composite is defined as a composite that combines carbon fiber with polymer resin. Carbon Fiber Composite Targets.

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APRIL 23, 2020

While lightweighting has been a major consideration for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, it is only now emerging as a consideration for BEVs. And if we reduce the mass of materials, we directly reduce the emissions that are caused by the production of these materials. New emissions legislation targets full vehicle lifecycle.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

In its first debut at an aerospace exhibition, X2 will be shown on 28 September at the 13 th China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China 2021) in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province. Powered purely by electricity, X2 has no carbon dioxide emissions during flight, in line with the company’s goal of green urban transportation.

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JUNE 4, 2014

Ford Motor Company unveiled its Lightweight Concept vehicle, which uses advanced materials to explore future weight-reduction solutions that could improve performance and fuel efficiency while reducing CO 2 emissions. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. 19” by 5” carbon fiber wheels. Carbon fiber interior components.

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Carbon Fiber Light Concept Ford 225

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

The engine, shown with this specific homologation configuration for the first time, is presented in a parallel-hybrid configuration, one which enhances the already low emissions. liters and combines the lowest emission rate in its category (RDE ready) with the qualities of a regular diesel engine. The engine has a displacement of 2.3

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Hydrogen is the missing piece in the jigsaw when it comes to emission-free mobility. The BMW Group is systematically pushing forward with development of hydrogen fuel cell technology as an additional option for locally emission-free individual mobility in the future. Earlier post.)

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

The car, which was developed by Nissan’s racing arm, NISMO, with its race technology know-how, will officially debut on 2 December at the annual NISMO Festival at Fuji International Speedway, appearing alongside Nissan’s new Formula E electric race car. seconds—50% quicker than the previous model.

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Baua Electric

MAY 16, 2024

My tour of Ride1Up’s factory took me straight onto the factory floor where parallel production lines were busy cranking out Ride1Up’s ultra-affordable $995 Portola folding e-bike on one side of the factory, and the company’s budget-priced $2,295 CF Racer1 carbon fiber road/gravel e-bike.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Analysis suggests that cost parity between electric drive and internal combustion vehicles is possible under certain scenarios when battery pack costs fall below $125/kWh (useable energy). Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Low Cost Carbon Fiber for Lightweight Vehicles.

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JANUARY 14, 2011

Ford made a splash at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit with the introduction of 10 C-segment cars, including a new hybrid and plug-in hybrid based on the C-MAX ( earlier post )—this following on the roll-out the prior week of the Ford Focus Electric ( earlier post ). Hydrogen is farther out. Earlier post.).

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

Vehma International of America. This project will utilize a systems approach to design and demonstrate an ultra-lightweight carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites door assembly through the integration of unique designs, novel materials, and manufacturing technologies and joining/assembly of subsystems.

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FEBRUARY 2, 2015

We have utilized 3D printing, 3D scanning, CNC machining, carbon fiber manufacturing, thermal imaging and in-house PCB etching – all of which have helped us make some great breakthroughs, but real progress primarily comes from being dedicated to innovate. —Jonathan Reynolds.

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APRIL 13, 2016

Designed, engineered and hand-built by graduate students at Clemson University’s International Center for Automotive Research ( CU-ICAR ), the vehicle is the result of a two-year collaboration with Toyota Motor North America designers and engineers.

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MAY 11, 2015

Boeing and CFM International successfully initiated flight testing of the LEAP-1B engine on April 29 on a modified 747 flying testbed at GE Aviation Flight Test Operations in Victorville, Calif. The LEAP-1B is a product of CFM International, a 50/50 joint company between Snecma (Safran) and GE. Earlier post.).

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will identify fuel properties that can be used to enable novel combustion strategies with low emissions of nitrogen oxides in an engine, and enhance existing models to capture the effect of additional key fuel properties on combustion. Plasan Carbon Composites. Vehma International of America, Inc. 1,497,531. .

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JUNE 21, 2012

The International Motor Sports Association (IMSA), sanctioning body for the American Le Mans Series presented by Tequila Patrón, has entered into an agreement with Jackson, Mich.-based The FLM09 features a full carbon fiber chassis, carbon brakes and an Xtrac sequential gearbox with paddle shifting. Click to enlarge.

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JUNE 18, 2014

Earlier this month, Ford unveiled its Lightweight Concept vehicle, which uses advanced materials to explore future weight-reduction solutions that could improve performance and fuel efficiency while reducing CO 2 emissions. The cast aluminum or carbon fiber wheels saved 30%. Earlier post.). The Mach-I has no spare tire.)

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FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Even the rotor uses the renown Koenigsegg Aircore hollow carbon fiber technology (presently used in Koenigsegg’s rims, steering wheel, seats, etc). David was developed under the ISO 26262 regulatory framework and international high voltage safety standards.

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APRIL 12, 2013

Four carbon-fiber tanks holding 3.23 Four carbon-fiber tanks holding 3.23 liter engine will showcase that engine downsizing or electrification is not the only way to achieve low emissions, the company said. In addition, the use of the existing 6.0

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

At this year’s IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt, Mercedes-Benz is presenting preproduction models of the new Mercedes-Benz GLC F‑CELL ( earlier post ). An output of 147 kW guarantees both dynamic performance and locally zero emissions driving pleasure. miles) from the 9.3 kWh (net) lithium-ion battery (13.8 kWh gross).

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In collaboration with KraussMaffei, Henkel has developed a process for the manufacture of components based on glass or carbon fiber and using high-pressure resin transfer molding (HP-RTM) technology that creates a surface quality good enough for automobile exteriors.

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Teslarati

OCTOBER 19, 2022

And in 2021, the company debuted the iX5 Hydrogen fuel cell concept car at the International Motor Show in Germany. Zipse, for his part, highlighted that the ability to supply fuel cells from carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic tanks gives hydrogen a significant advantage over electric power , which requires a vast charging network.

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AUGUST 7, 2020

The team will build on ORNL’s success in developing low-cost carbon-fibers, composites, smart polymer materials, and non-destructive evaluation methods by leveraging expertise of partners on coating deposition and robotic inspection tools for smart repair of gas pipes. University of Maryland.

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MARCH 6, 2012

Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) unveiled the FT-Bh (Future Toyota B-segment Hybrid), a lightweight, next-generation small gasoline-electric hybrid concept car at the 82nd Geneva International Motor Show. This concept shows what can be done when every aspect of the car is designed to reduce emissions.

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JULY 12, 2013

l/100 km) highway or better; and to reduce the average CO 2 tailpipe emissions of its US fleet by 15%. Opel also estimates it will reduce the average carbon tailpipe emissions from its fleet by 27% by 2020. Manufacturing energy use and emissions. to reflect divested assets and current GHG protocol emission factors.

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APRIL 18, 2011

Nissan will unveil the Nissan LEAF NISMO RC (Racing Competition) battery-electric racer at the 2011 New York International Auto Show on 20 April. The Nissan LEAF NISMO RC is designed and constructed as a real racing machine, starting with its full carbon fiber monocoque bodywork. —Carlos Tavares, chairman, Nissan Americas.

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AUGUST 31, 2016

Sepion envisions that successes could catalyze a transformation in aviation, in which fuel-burning aircraft are replaced with hybrid-electric planes featuring 30–50% reductions in fuel costs and emissions. Harper International Corp.

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JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L l/100 km) with CO 2 emissions of 21 g/km and an all-electric range of 31 miles (50 km) as well as a total range of 310 miles (499 km). Click to enlarge.

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AUGUST 14, 2014

The largest single award ($10 million) goes to Delphi Automotive Systems to further the development of its Gasoline Direct-Injection Compression Ignition (GDCI) low-temperature combustion technology ( earlier post ) that provides high thermal efficiency with low NO x and PM emissions. developing beyond Li-ion battery technologies. 10,000,000.

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

Royal DS is launching a custom-made solution for structural and semi-structural applications, incorporating various types of continuous fiber reinforcements embedded in its advanced polyamides. In all cases, the lightweighting will result in increased vehicle fuel efficiency and reduced emissions of carbon dioxide.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

VTO supports a broad technology portfolio aimed at developing and deploying advanced highway transportation technologies to reduce petroleum consumption and greenhouse gas emissions, while meeting or exceeding vehicle performance and cost expectations. Dual-fuel technologies.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2022

A Zero-emission Process for Direct Reduction of Iron by Hydrogen Plasma in a Rotary Kiln Reactor - $1,200,000. Argonne National Laboratory seeks to disrupt the steel industry by developing a potentially zero-carbon ironmaking process that eliminates the use of coke or natural gas and requires less energy than current processes.

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