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JUNE 19, 2019

In a comprehensive joint study, Henkel and RLE International have examined and validated the potential of high-performance structural foam for lightweighting in automotive body and closure parts. With the optimized structural hybrid design, the buckling (displacement) of the door panel under load was effectively minimized.

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OCTOBER 5, 2020

BASF will uptake most of the pyrolysis oil and process it into new chemical products by using a mass balance approach as part of its ChemCycling project. Until the end of 2022, two additional production lines will be added to the existing plant. —Hartwig Michels, President of BASF’s Petrochemicals division.

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FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Researchers at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, led by Miguel Modestino, professor of chemical and biomolecular engineering, and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory have developed a novel ion-conducting polymer (ionomer) that increases the power and lowers the cost of fuel cells. —Katzenberg et al. —Miguel Modestino.

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AUGUST 24, 2011

The new Toyota Prius α hybrid vehicle features automotive interiors made of DuPont Sorona EP polymer, a high-performance, renewably sourced thermoplastic resin. Sorona EP polymers contain between 20% and 37% renewably sourced material (by weight) derived from plant sugar. and Howa Plastics Co.,

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JULY 30, 2013

A German consortium involving four companies and and two universities is developing dielectric elastomers (electroactive polymers) for the conversion of mechanical energy—in this case wave power—into electrical power. This grant is part of the “smart materials for innovative products” program.

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OCTOBER 15, 2019

Researchers at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford University have shown for the first time that a low-cost, non-precious metal cobalt phosphide (CoP) catalyst catalyst can split water and generate hydrogen gas for hours on end in the harsh environment of a commercial device.

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OCTOBER 17, 2020

They replaced the all-copper conductor, middle, with a layer of lightweight polymer coated in ultrathin copper (top right), and embedded fire retardant in the polymer layer to quench flames (bottom right). The copper would not only do its usual job of distributing current, but also protect the polymer and its fire retardant.

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OCTOBER 14, 2022

Hybrid vehicles enable the use of smaller fuel tanks, making a polymer solution more viable, but high-density polyethylene (HDPE) still requires multilayer structures with complex additional features to prevent permeation, and withstand the extended periods of internal pressure inherent to Plug-in hybrid vehicles.

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MARCH 10, 2023

GW of Silyzer 300 polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolyzers that will use renewable energy to separate hydrogen from water, resulting in approximately 300,000 tonnes of hydrogen per year. HIF and Siemens Energy are engaged in front end engineering and design for 1.8

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MARCH 29, 2012

As part of the alliance, DaniMer will utilize Myriant’s bio-succinic acid for the production of high-performance, bio-based polymers used to make a broad range of products. The company’s D(-) lactic acid started production at commercial scale in June 2008 for use in polylactic acid.

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AUGUST 7, 2013

Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced commercialization of new HYDROCEROL chemical foaming agents (CFAs) that can help automakers cut the weight of many plastic interior car parts without adversely affecting appearance or performance. The Clariant scavenging technology absorbs moisture and acid during foaming.

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JULY 15, 2022

Twelve has developed an efficient polymer-electrolyte membrane (PEM) CO 2 electrolyzer that uses proprietary CO 2 -reducing catalysts to split CO 2 with just water and renewable electricity as inputs, syngas (CO and hydrogen) as the output, and pure oxygen as the only byproduct. Earlier post.).

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AUGUST 11, 2016

the giant Japanese integrated trading company, will start selling fuel cells for commercial vehicles via a partnership with California-based US Hybrid. Sumitomo, which is strengthening its automobile business and expects growth in the fuel cell market, plans to supply mostly Japanese commercial vehicle makers, according to the report.

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APRIL 13, 2021

The MEA is unique because it doesn’t rely on water as the conducting medium, but on an engineered polymer, which allows for a wider range of high temperatures for reliable operation (80 ?C The heaviest part of the typical hydrogen fuel-cell system is the hydrogen storage tanks that weigh about 4,000 pounds to haul for a distance of 350 miles.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As part of the initial, committed phases of the project, Kinder Morgan will modify existing tanks and piping to enable segregated storage for a variety of raw material across 30 tanks. The project, which is supported by a long-term commercial commitment from Neste, is expected to commence operations in the first quarter of 2023.

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DECEMBER 2, 2018

a developer of low-cost, high-performance polymers for electrochemical applications, announced its selection by the US Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) for an award that will support the continued development of its alkaline exchange ionomers and membranes. 3) Perfluorinated polymers (i.e.,

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MARCH 30, 2022

Berlin-based Theion , a developer of lithium-sulfur cathode technology, appointed Dr. Ulrich Ehmes as CEO and announced the upcoming commercial availability of its Crystal Battery for applications, beginning with the aerospace sector. A proprietary solid-state polymer electrolyte operates in the voids of the sulfur wafer. 12.000 W/kg.

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MAY 3, 2022

Developing more efficient batteries that can withstand much colder temperatures is key to ensuring batteries can power vehicles in the coldest parts of the country as well as motivating broader adoption amongst drivers who live in those regions. The EVs4ALL program is generally ambivalent towards electrolyte “type” [e.g., Earlier post.).

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JUNE 23, 2021

The report puts a special focus is placed on winning chemistries, with a full analysis of eight inorganic solid electrolytes and of organic polymer electrolytes. From both technology and business point of view, the development of solid-state batteries has become part of the next-generation battery strategy. Source: IDTechEx.

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JUNE 4, 2023

In a competitive process, Advent was selected as the commercialization partner for a new HT PEM technology pioneered by US Department of Energy scientists at Los Alamos National Laboratories. MW and contributing to higher level FC targets: a power density of 1.25 W/cm² at nominal operating temperature comprised between 160°C-200°C.

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JANUARY 19, 2022

This joint development agreement with SES is part of the overall battery strategy of Honda. SES has addressed the dendrite safety problem associated with Li-metal batteries by coating lithium metal with a polymer coating and using a high-concentration electrolyte that suppresses the formation of dendrites.

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JANUARY 13, 2021

The US Department of Energy (DOE) is awarding an additional $47 million in funding for seven projects as part of the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy’s (ARPA-E) Seeding Critical Advances for Leading Energy technologies with Untapped Potential (SCALEUP) program. kW/kg), and improved energy density (450 Wh/kg) for electric aviation.

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APRIL 15, 2020

Permanent NdFeB magnets are of two types: sintered and (polymer or resin) bonded magnets. Ionic liquids (ILs) are known to be excellent green solvents for many types of synthetic polymers and biopolymers. Researchers in Europe have demonstrated the use of ionic liquids for recycling bonded NdFeB permanent magnets. —Önal et al.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2021

However, to be commercially viable, the process needs to be improved to yield a higher amount of desirable carbon-rich products. In previous studies, the researchers had established the precise conditions that gave the best electrical and chemical environment for creating commercially interesting carbon-rich products. earlier post ).

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JUNE 9, 2011

Part of the funding has been used to buy out shares held by DFJ Esprit, AlpInvest, Eastman, EDBI and Pfizer, aligning the company’s shareholder base with its strategy. This will facilitate the development and commercialization of Avantium’s next-generation polyester: PEF.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The ORNL technology will enable cost-competitive production of jet fuel and co-production of butadiene for use in renewable polymer synthesis. Our reaction does not require significant energy input; instead it releases some energy that can be utilized for other parts of the process.

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DECEMBER 20, 2022

NMP (also known as n-methyl-2-pyrrolidone or 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone) is widely used during the manufacture and production of electronics, polymers, agrichemicals and petrochemical products. It has numerous industrial, commercial and consumer applications, including as a solvent in the production of electrodes for Li-ion batteries.

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SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The new product line will have the ability to manufacture unidirectional composite tape from a range of high-performance polymers including PVDF, PPS and PEEK. The Greenville facility is part of a series of recent strategic investments in line with the Group’s commitment to build the infrastructure required for the growing TPC market.

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JUNE 18, 2013

An innovative airfoil manufacturing technology that promises to improve the performance of advanced gas turbines has been commercialized through research sponsored by the US Department of Energy (DOE). A proprietary molding and casting process is then used to produce parts. The technology was licensed by Siemens Energy Inc.

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OCTOBER 3, 2016

ENLITE PP LGF 1851 and 1852 are latest members of Trinseo’s ENLITE structural polymers portfolio. We’ve also seen an increasing need for cost-effective semi-structural parts, and our new ENLITE LGF 1851 technology is a direct response to these demands.

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OCTOBER 22, 2013

SolidEnergy says that its Solid Polymer Ionic Liquid technology can deliver energy densities upwards of 800 Wh/kg—twice the densities of advanced startup batteries and four times the density of current conventional batteries. Test results are expected to be ready for discussion with target customers in the latter part of 2014.

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JUNE 15, 2021

In September 2020, Airbus unveiled three hydrogen-fueled concepts for the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft which could enter service by 2035. For commercial aviation, the challenge is to develop a component which can withstand repeated thermal and pressure cycling which an aircraft application demands.

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MARCH 23, 2016

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new class of high-performance thermoplastic elastomers for cars and other consumer products by replacing the styrene in ABS (acrylonitrile, butadiene and styrene) with lignin, a brittle, rigid polymer that, with cellulose, forms the woody cell walls of plants.

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OCTOBER 15, 2021

Using a patented thermal solvolytic process (WO2019/053287), Vertoro cooks solid lignin in any commercially available polar organic solvent (e.g. Lignin is a class of complex organic polymers which form key structural materials in the support tissues of most plants. Furthermore, these investments are part of the A.P.

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OCTOBER 17, 2012

Part of the challenge is locating sufficient quantities of hydrogen to enable large scale use of the CO 2 in waste gases. Another challenge is—assuming successful large scale commercialization is possible—what to do with all the resulting acetic acid. Earlier post.).

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JULY 25, 2021

By recycling these complex plastics in CRT, Eastman can replace fossil-based feedstock and create polymers without compromising performance for use in new automotive applications. This 12-month automotive recycling project with Eastman and PADNOS is part of USAMP’s broad materials research and sustainability program.

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APRIL 22, 2018

The use of alternative asphalt transportation technology, such as pellets or balls at ambient conditions, has the potential to significantly change the overall economics of asphalt shipment from Alberta to other parts of North America and beyond. Only a small fraction of downstream bitumen derivate is used for Polymer production.

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