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Yamaha and Sumitomo demo on-board thermoelectric generator for CO2 reduction

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The automotive industry has undertaken various development efforts over the years to create thermoelectric technology to reduce CO 2 emissions. The test TEG unit consisted of four YGPX024 TEG modules, two heat exchangers for exhaust gas and three heat exchangers for water cooling circuit stacked together (above). CO 2 reduction (i.e.

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Leclanché expands marine electrification solution to include fast charger for ports, harbors and vessels; Damen 1st adopter

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Expanding its portfolio of solutions for the marine electrification industry, Leclanché is introducing a new “ports and harbor” infrastructure solution enabling hybrid and fully electric vessels to fast charge when returning to port. The backs of each module have an opening allowing water spray to enter in the event of any thermal events.

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Researchers demonstrate electrochemical synthesis of ammonia from air and water under mild conditions

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Natural gas or coal is used as the energy source of the ammonia industry. Globally 245 million tons of CO 2 were released by the ammonia industry in 2010 equivalent to about 50% of the UK CO 2 emissions (495.8 In industry, extensive purification of N 2 and H 2 is needed and this remarkably increases the overall cost of the process.

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Lightning eMotors provides electric powertrain for Winnebago’s first all-electric concept motorhome

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Lightning eMotors has been named as the powertrain provider for an all-electric motorhome concept—the e-RV—under development by Winnebago Industries’ Advanced Technology Group (ATG). The concept version of the Winnebago Industries e-RV is the first all-electric motorhome designed by a major RV manufacturer.

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GMC introduces 2022 HUMMER EV Edition 1; powered by all-new Ultium battery tech

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Adaptive Air Suspension with available segment-leading Extract Mode capability enables the suspension height to be raised approximately 6 inches (149 mm) to help the HUMMER EV negotiate extreme off-road situations such as clearing boulders or fording water. 800-volt DC public fast charging5 compatibility of up to 350 kilowatts.

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ASTM International to hold workshop on PFAS in atmosphere

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ASTM International is hosting a Workshop on PFAS in Atmosphere – Sources, Sampling, and Standards , to be held 1-2 November 2023, in Washington, DC. Fluoropolymers are one specific class of PFAS, and play a significant role in the automotive industry.

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GM expanding into new commercial applications for its HYDROTEC fuel cell systems

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Our energy platform expertise with Ultium vehicle architectures and propulsion components and HYDROTEC fuel cells can expand access to energy across many different industries and users, while helping to reduce emissions often associated with power generation. A palletized MPG to power military camps and installations quietly and efficiently.

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