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Fraunhofer researchers developing ammonia-based systems for mobile energy in infrastructure, transportation and industry

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Ammonia (NH 3 ) could become an alternative solution to allow the required hydrogen to be stored and transported with ease. In comparison to hydrogen, liquefied ammonia makes it easier to transport large volumes to wherever it is needed. This is particularly important for mobile and space-constrained applications.

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VW to stage world premiere of ID. Buzz on 9 Mar; two versions to be sold in Europe

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The designers have rigorously transferred the styling of the 2017 concept car to the 2022 full-production version. By way of comparison, the wheelbase of the new ID. With the space-saving MEB concept, the ID. —Kai Grünitz, Head of Vehicle Development at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles. in) of the ID. Buzz and ID.

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Purdue, EPFL team propose Hydricity concept for integrated co-production of H2 and electricity from solar thermal energy

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Researchers from Purdue University and École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland are proposing a new integrated process involving the co-production of hydrogen and electricity from solar thermal energy—a concept they label “hydricity”. —Gençer et al.

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VW Commercial Vehicles unveils e-BULLI; electric T1

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Equipped with the drive system components of the latest Volkswagen electric vehicles, the concept vehicle is based on a T1 Samba Bus produced in 1966 and comprehensively restored. In parallel with the new electric drive system, an interior concept has been created for the e-BULLI that is both stylish and avant-garde.

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U Toronto and Fujitsu team use quantum-inspired computing to discover improved catalyst for hydrogen production

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Scaling up the production of what we call green hydrogen is a priority for researchers around the world because it offers a carbon-free way to store electricity from any source. In comparison, ruthenium, the main component of the new catalyst, is more abundant and has a lower market price.

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Mercedes-Benz delivers electric eActros heavy-duty truck to Logistik Schmitt for testing; countering catenaries

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There is every indication that we are on the right track with our eActros concept. This parallel testing of the eActros and the catenary trucks will take place for approximately one year and will deliver data and findings necessary for comparing both concepts, e.g. in what way the vehicles are suitable for this operation.

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Volvo Car outlines technological future: new Scalable Platform Architecture and focus on four-cylinder engines; Concept You

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The new Concept You show car is an example of coming designs based on the SPA. The comparison between a donkey and a thoroughbred racehorse is an excellent example: each has a head, a body and four legs. Concept You is an excellent example of this. Concept You. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). —Peter Mertens.

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