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General Dynamics NASSCO launches first LNG-powered containership

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On Saturday 18 April in San Diego, General Dynamics NASSCO launched the 764-foot (233m), 3100 TEU Isla Bella , the first LNG-powered containership. GI , with maximum power output of 25,191 kW (33,782 hp) @ 104.0 The LNG-powered ships will also include a ballast water treatment system, making them the greenest ships of their size.

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General Dynamics NASSCO delivers 1st LNG-powered containership; christens first ECO tanker

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General Dynamics NASSCO delivered the world’s first liquefied natural gas (LNG) powered containership, the Isla Bella , to TOTE Maritime. This ship technology will decrease emissions and increase fuel efficiency when compared to conventionally-powered ships—the equivalent of removing 15,700 automobiles from the road.

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Shell/AirFlow Starship hyper-fuel efficient Class 8 truck to make cross-country run

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This next-generation concept truck features a custom, aerodynamic design and aims to demonstrate improvements in fuel economy for Class 8 trucks. and ending in Jacksonville, Fla. Bespoke design, elongated flaps fit. Hybrid electric axle system for a power boost while climbing grades; an electric motor and axle replace.

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Video Friday: Robotics After Hours

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Boston Dynamics ] Power-line perching could be an easy way for urban drones to keep their batteries topped up, but landing on power lines can be tricky. YouTube ] The Apellix Opus X8 Softwash (SW) system cleaning the University of Florida Shands Hospital building in Jacksonville, Florida. Brain Lab ] Thanks, Poramate!

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DOE to provide ~$1B in cost-shared funding to FutureGen; oxy-combustion of coal with carbon capture and storage

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The proposed project will include facilities designed to capture at least 90% of the CO 2 that would otherwise be emitted to the atmosphere during steady-state operation, equivalent to approximately 1.2 The Alliance will upgrade one unit in a power plant currently owned by Ameren near Meredosia, Illinois. million tons (1.1

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How to Build a Power Grid on the Moon

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The early forays to the moon employed throwaway technologies, designed to function during the two-week period of lunar daylight, then to perish in the freeze of the equally long night. Batteries lose capacity, and their liquid components freeze, requiring a power-hungry cycle of using much of the power in batteries just to heat themselves.

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How to Navigate EV Charging Rebates and Successfully Fund Your Home Charging Station

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This pricing model incentivizes customers to avoid using power during peak demand, which is usually between 3:00-8:00 p.m. During peak demand, utility companies have to compensate for the surge in power needs by turning on “peaker” plants. Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) – Florida. Hawaii Power.