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Researchers call for integration of materials sustainability into battery research; the need for in situ monitoring

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The pair argue for the selection of chemistries that have a minimum footprint in nature and that are more readily recycled or integrated into a full circular economy. We need to rethink the processes, and move towards more sustainable energy harvesting and storage technologies that become part of a circular economy.

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Mercedes-AMG brings cylinder deactivation to 5.5L V8; 30% reduction in fuel consumption

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Each connecting rod journal on the crankshaft carries two forged, cracked connecting rods. The exhaust valves, which are subject to high thermal loads, are hollow and sodium-cooled. Four overhead camshafts operate the 32 valves via low-maintenance, low-friction cam followers. Generator management helps to save fuel.

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Strong Global Sales for Chevrolet Cruze Prior to US Introduction; More Details on Its New Small-Displacement Engines

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turbo is standard on Eco ( earlier post ), LT and LTZ models and helps the Cruze Eco achieve up to an estimated 40 mpg on the highway (with a standard six-speed manual transmission), which is expected to be the best fuel economy in the compact car segment. Connecting rods and pistons. The Ecotec 1.4L The Ecotec 1.4L

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