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Chevrolet Performance previews eCrate package in converted 1977 K5 Blazer EV

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At SEMA360, Chevrolet will showcase a 1977 K5 Blazer converted to all-electric propulsion. During the virtual event, Chevrolet Performance will survey SEMA members interested in building their own electric projects to help finalize Chevrolet’s initial eCrate offering. DC-to-DC power converter to power low-voltage systems.

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Volkswagen 2.0 TDI diesel for Euro 6d; SCR twin-dosing

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Despite the severe business and political ramifications of the event, Volkswagen persevered with its diesel engine development, and in 2018, the 2.0L Here, two SCR catalytic converters work together to split nitrogen oxides into water and nitrogen using AdBlue urea solution. As previously, the 2.0 This has a volume of 3.4

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6PPD-quinone derived from tire debris is toxic to two trout species, not just coho salmon

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There, the particles react with oxidants such as ozone in the air, converting 6PPD to 6PPD-quinone, which washes into waterways along with the source tire particles in stormwater runoff. Conversely, another study indicated that zebrafish and Japanese medaka can withstand even very high amounts of 6PPD-quinone. g/L, respectively.

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Review: The CLIP e-bike conversion kit refreshes century-old tech into a new modern design

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One growing aspect that many are trying to find solutions to in the modern world is how to get to all our daily appointments – work, school, social events – in the most affordable and environmentally conscious way. Charging from empty is fairly fast, only taking 30 or 60 minutes via a standard wall outlet depending on your battery size.

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Siluria Technologies announces successful start-up of first demo plant directly converting natural gas to ethylene through OCM

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Siluria Technologies held a grand opening event heralding the successful start-up of its demonstration plant located in La Porte, Texas. The oxidative coupling of methane (OCM) converts methane into ethane and ethylene (C 2 hydrocarbons). The ethane subsequently undergoes dehydrogenation to form ethylene and water. Earlier post.)

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DOE awarding $35M to 11 projects for hydrokinetic turbine development; ARPA-E SHARKS

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The bottom, sides, and surface of rivers and tidal channels confine water flow, which significantly alters the operation of river and tidal turbines. A novel power conversion mechanism converts the oscillatory motion of the foils to unidirectional rotary motion to harvest the energy. University of Washington. Emrgy, Inc.

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MITEI study finds hydrogen-generated electricity is a cost-competitive candidate for backing up wind and solar

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While their work focuses on the most cost-effective solutions for replacing peaker power plants, it also contains insights intended to contribute to the larger conversation about transforming energy systems. Their hybrid technological and economic analysis is based on a detailed inventory of California’s power system. —Emre Gençer.

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