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Toyota Ventures opens 2022 Call for Innovation focused on the factory of the future

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Toyota Ventures launched its third global “call for innovation” today to search for early-stage companies that can help make the factory of the future a reality sooner. With the 2022 call for innovation, we are looking to support talented startup teams that are developing smarter and more sustainable factories of the future.

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Hyundai to show next-generation fuel-cell systems, hydrogen society ideas

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The online event will present Hyundai's "vision for a future hydrogen society," according to a company press release. Hyundai plans to host a "global forum" called Hydrogen Wave on September 7, with the goal of showcasing next-generation fuel-cell systems, and promoting different uses for fuel-cell tech.

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Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt announces resignation from robotaxi company

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In an announcement on Sunday, Cruise revealed that its CEO and co-founder Kyle Vogt would be leaving the company. With Vogt’s departure, Cruise will now be led by Mo Elshenawy, who previously worked as the company’s executive vice president of engineering. Today I resigned from my position as CEO of Cruise. (1/5)

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MIT Looks Ahead to Hydrogen’s Aviation Future

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So while researchers and companies large and small invest in the zero-carbon future of the field, others are beginning to study what supplies and infrastructure on the ground would also be needed to make hydrogen aviation a reality. Right now, there are other ideas, but they may not work for all kinds of flights.

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5 Big Ideas for High-Temperature Superconductors

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PROJECT TO WATCH: Earlier this year, the Chinese company Lianovation installed the world’s first megawatt-level HTS induction heater at an industrial facility in northeastern China. Airbus hasn’t said how the hydrogen will be produced, but the company does participate in industry research on renewable sources of hydrogen.

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Porsche increases stake in electric sports car company Rimac to 15.5%

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Porsche has increased its stake in technology and sports car company Rimac Automobili to 15.5%. The Croatian company develops and produces electromobility components and also produces electrically powered super sports cars in-house. The company also develops and produces high-performance electric drives and battery systems.

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Rivian chooses company for Georgia plant construction

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With Clayco’s dedication to developing innovative ideas and solutions, we are confident they are the right partner to ensure the Rivian plant is a shining example of sustainable manufacturing.” The post Rivian chooses company for Georgia plant construction appeared first on TESLARATI.

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