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DOE to invest $30M to further H2 and fuel cell technology as industry continues strong growth

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2015 also saw the world’s first fuel cell vehicles for sale. Fiscal year 2017 funding will also be targeted at the development of low-cost, high-strength precursors for carbon fibers that can be used in vehicular hydrogen storage vessels. The number of MW shipped grew by more than 65% compared to 2014.

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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Further, alloying or coating pathways towards low-cost, effective passive films, have not been sufficiently explored in a sound and scientific way. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite. Characteristics of commercially viable solutions include low cost, high efficiency, and high volume production of components.

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