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JUNE 4, 2014

A focus on light-weighting will be fundamental to our industry for years to come, and we are investigating many advanced materials applications as possible solutions for weight reduction in our vehicles. 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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OCTOBER 30, 2009

SGL Group and BMW Group have formed a 51:49 joint venture to manufacture carbon fibers and fabrics for the automotive industry. The joint venture will be operated through two companies, one based in North America (SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers LLC), and the other in Germany (SGL Automotive Fibers GmbH & Co KG).

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Carbon Fiber BMW Carbon Mitsubishi 186

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MAY 20, 2022

The H2-Tech technology is based on the range extender concept, which makes it possible to carry a battery that is twice as light, for the same range, thus contributing to decarbonization beyond the electrification of the vehicle. The vehicle’s fittings are made of recycled carbon from the aeronautical industry.

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Hydrogen Carbon Concept Hybrid 482

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OCTOBER 6, 2016

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Energy Department (DOE) released a new report showing continued momentum and growth in the fuel cell industry. 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.

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Industrial Industry Fuel Carbon Fiber 253

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SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

At the IAA 2018 exhibition in Hannover, FPT Industrial launched its new e-Powertrain organization. The core of the new FPT Industrial electromobility offering is the E-Powertrain Concept with new E-Axle. The other powertrain elements are the FPT Industrial 2835.6 Diesel-hybrid and gas-hybrid powertrains.

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Concept Industrial Industry Fuel 236

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AUGUST 31, 2016

A US Department of Energy (DOE) program designed to spur the use of high performance supercomputers to advance US manufacturing has funded 13 new industry projects for a total of $3.8 GM and EPRI. the prediction of weld residual stresses in the dissimilar welds of nuclear piping systems.

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Manufacturer EPRI Lithium Sulfur Carbon Fiber 150

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MARCH 6, 2019

The module is made from carbon fiber sheet molded compound (SMC), glass fiber SMC and unidirectional glass fiber reinforced plastics (GFRP) to offer both high strength and low weight. The company has operations on three continents and more than 4,200 employees.

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Light Carbon Fiber Michigan 2019 191

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JANUARY 20, 2022

Together, Hyzon and Transform Materials will evaluate proposals to develop facilities to produce low-to-negative carbon intensity hydrogen from various forms of methane, prioritizing biogas and renewable natural gas. —David Soane, Transform Materials’ founder and CEO.

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Hydrogen Renewable Production Motor 259

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FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Fuel cell systems are manufactured in two main steps, based on the individual fuel cells. The stack housing is manufactured in the light metal foundry at BMW Group Plant Landshut using a sand casting technique. These include the high-speed compressor with turbine and high-voltage coolant pump, for example.

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BMW Hydrogen Fleet Lithium Ion 259

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MAY 14, 2012

Johnson Controls is applying its expertise in natural fiber processing technology for interior components to vehicle exteriors; the company is using liquid resin press molding to enable series production of carbon fiber body parts. Structure of the carbon body parts. Click to enlarge.

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Carbon Parts Carbon Fiber Production 255

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JANUARY 18, 2014

Material, cell, or pack manufacturing processes that significantly reduce the cost and environmental footprint of current manufacturing processes, including the development of novel/non?conventional conventional manufacturing machinery or equipment. Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials. active (non?energy

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Carbon Fiber Engine Battery Powered Fuel 252

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OCTOBER 2, 2013

Central to this partnership is DSM’s EcoPaXX polyamide 410, 70% derived from renewable resources and PlastiComp’s expertise in LFT composites design and manufacturing. These composites are well-suited to weight optimization efforts in the automotive industry for fuel savings and lowered emissions.

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Carbon Fiber Minnesota Polymer Carbon 199

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APRIL 28, 2010

Toray Industries, Inc. has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Daimler AG to develop automobile parts made of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). By bringing together respective technologies, the companies plan to develop a molding method with significantly shorter molding cycle. Earlier post.)

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Automobile Carbon Fiber Parts Mercedes 210

Green Car Congress

AUGUST 30, 2016

LeMond Composites, founded by three-time Tour de France champion Greg LeMond, has licensed a low-cost, high-volume carbon fiber manufacturing process developed at the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). Earlier post.)

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Carbon Fiber Low Cost Carbon Manufacturer 218

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OCTOBER 31, 2013

While possibly adequate for some stationary applications and vehicle platforms, they may be too expensive and bulky for many non-stationary applications and may not be able to provide a driving range that meets consumer expectations across the full range of light-duty vehicle platforms. Currently, high-pressure (i.e.,

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Carbon Fiber Hydrogen 2017 Carbon 218

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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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Carbon Fiber Production Carbon Manufacturer 186

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AUGUST 3, 2017

“Adhesive application with robot assistance,” abbreviated from the German as KLARA (Klebstoffapplikation mit Roboter-Assistenz), provides support with the installation of roofs made of carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) in the new Audi RS 5 Coupe. Click to enlarge. All equipment components were preassembled on a base plate.

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Audi Installation Carbon Fiber Polymer 150

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MARCH 23, 2012

DE-FOA-0000648 ) This funding will support the development of high-strength, lightweight carbon fiber composites and advanced steels and alloys that will help vehicle manufacturers improve the fuel economy of cars and trucks while maintaining and improving safety and performance.

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Carbon Fiber Vehicles Carbon Engine 218

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NOVEMBER 18, 2016

Selected projects will leverage national lab consortia launched under DOE’s Energy Materials Network (EMN) this past year, in support of DOE’s materials research and advanced manufacturing priorities. Precursor Development for Low-Cost, High-Strength Carbon Fiber for Use in Composite Overwrapped Pressure Vessel Applications.

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Hydrogen Fuel Carbon Fiber Water 150

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will optimize fuel-based control of novel combustion strategies in light- and heavy-duty vehicles to enable diesel-like efficiencies with ultra-low engine-out emissions. Light-weighting materials. This project will develop a new process that enables low-cost, domestic manufacturing of magnesium. Grantee Description.

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Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Li-ion Vehicles 268

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DECEMBER 1, 2016

SGL Group brings its long-established expertise as a component developer to the project, and is responsible for the development of the gas diffusion layers (GDL), which will be manufactured based on carbon fibers. —Park et al. With this step the capability of serial production will also be demonstrated.

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Fuel Carbon Fiber South Carolina Hydrogen 150

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

This program aims to utilize the high performance computing (HPC) of DOE’s national laboratories to help industry develop new or improved materials that can withstand extreme conditions. The Department of Energy (DOE) announced $1.2 Ford Motor Company will partner with Oak Ridge National Laboratory on this project.

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Hydrogen Vehicles Maintenance Carbon Fiber 207

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

This includes developing advanced manufacturing and process technologies for advanced battery materials, advanced electrode and cell fabrication manufacturing, and integrated wide band gap power modules for next generation plug-in vehicles. Ultra-Light Door Design, Manufacturing and Demonstration (Area of Interest 2).

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Fuel Carbon Fiber Lithium Ion Vehicles 150

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OCTOBER 9, 2012

These companies, each in their own area of expertise, play a leading role in the production and processing of fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites, and have established a track record in the aerospace industry. The automotive industry is showing greatly increased interest in the industrial applications of light materials.

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Companies Netherlands Carbon Fiber Industrial 225

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JANUARY 23, 2024

& While the new lighting does change the look of the model, it’s likely only the hardcore fan base that will take notice. So there are some practical benefits accompanying the fancier light options and the car is likely low enough not to burn out the retinas of oncoming traffic.& inch display as standard equipment.

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Carbon Fiber North America Light Cars 59

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OCTOBER 21, 2015

All current light‐duty FCEVs being released use 700 bar ambient compressed hydrogen storage systems (CHSS) onboard the vehicle. as well, and not solely for light‐duty vehicles. The DOE is planning a workshop related to this RFI to gather additional feedback from composites experts in automotive, aerospace, and other industries.

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Gas Fuel Hydrogen Alternative Fuels 150

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JANUARY 22, 2015

DOE also announced up to $35 million to advance fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, including enabling the early adoption of fuel cell applications, such as light duty fuel cell electric vehicles. Area of Interest (AOI) 2: Ultra-Light Door Design, Manufacturing and Demonstration. less than a baseline structure.

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Fuel Hydrogen Vehicles Carbon Fiber 150

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MARCH 26, 2010

Fiber-reinforced thermoplastics are 50-70% percent lighter than steel and 15-20% percent lighter than aluminum; their stability and breaking strength are impressive, making their use attractive in marine, automotive and aerospace applications. All we need for this is a laser that emits infrared light.

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Mariner Carbon Fiber Carbon Germany 170

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MARCH 7, 2013

The auto industry should play a central role in the energy discussion, Akerson noted, because light-duty vehicles account for about 60% of total transportation energy usage in the United States. Manufacturing energy intensity. GM, said Akerson, is doing a much better job optimizing mass efficiency. Clean diesel. Earlier post.).

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Fuel Economy Economy GM Gasoline 210

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JUNE 29, 2018

Using the only process of its kind in the industry, ventilation can be flexibly adjusted without any adverse effects. In total, the plant manufactured more than 376,000 cars in 2017. The car bodies for all Rolls-Royce models are also manufactured at the site. BMW Group Plant Dingolfing. BMW Group Plant Landshut.

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Grid BMW Power Powered 191

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APRIL 22, 2010

Ultra-light and high-strength composite CFRP (carbon fibre-reinforced plastic) will play a significant part in the materials mix, the company said. Earlier this month, SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers LLC, the joint venture between SGL Group and BMW Group, announced it will build a carbon fibre manufacturing plant in Moses Lake, WA.

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Mini E BMW China 2013 199

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

approximately 45% peak thermal efficiency for light duty and greater-than 50% peak thermal efficiency for heavy duty). DOE highly encourages applicants to collaborate and team with an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or industrial supplier. Development of Low-Cost Carbon Fiber. AOI 2: Lightweighting Materials.

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Li-ion Carbon Fiber Vehicles Low Cost 231

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JUNE 8, 2016

Currently, carbon fiber (CF) reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites are used to make COPVs. That high cost is a barrier for widespread commercial deployment of light-duty FCEVs. Type III COPVs have a metallic liner and Type IV COPVs have non-metallic liners.

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Hydrogen Polymer Vehicles Carbon Fiber 150

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JUNE 12, 2012

The US Department of Energy (DOE) awarded more than $54 million—leveraging approximately an additional $17 million in cost share from the private sector—for 13 projects to advance transformational technologies and materials that can help manufacturers significantly increase the energy efficiency of their operations and reduce costs.

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Carbon Fiber Manufacturer Carbon Lithium Sulfur 210

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AUGUST 16, 2016

Demonstrate the joining of steel to aluminum and aluminum to carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites using the existing spot welding infrastructure. PPG Industries, Inc. Develop new coating and adhesives that enable carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic/aluminum closure panels and validate corrosion testing methods.

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Vehicles Plug-in Lithium Ion Universal 150

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FEBRUARY 1, 2013

The targets are “stretch goals” established with consultation with stakeholders across the industry. In light of uncertainty concerning consumer preferences and manufacturer plans for PEVs, DOE is selecting ambitious technical goals for this program. Eliminating almost 30% of vehicle weight through lightweighting.

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Plug-in Zinc Air Li-ion 2012 247

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

EOLAB features materials such as magnesium and aluminium, which are extremely light and also much cheaper than titanium. EOLAB forms part of the “fuel consumption of 2 litres/100 km for all” plan introduced within the framework of France’s New Industrial Plan. This light weight metal (density: 1.7) Background. Hybrid system.

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