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New statistical method to detect ozone pollution hot spots and monitor instrument failure; combining PCA and MEWMA

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A new statistical method developed by researchers at KAUST (King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Saudi Arabia) can detect abnormal ozone levels within large bodies of monitored data. The monitoring methods can quickly and accurately detect ozone anomalies—localized spikes in ozone concentration indicated by sensor data. The method could be used as an automatic tool, and could act as an early warning system for dangerous pollution levels and potential technical problems, said

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Batteries from junkyard scrap metal and household chemicals?

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The increasing importance of batteries for electric cars, renewable energy, and consumer electronics has researchers looking for alternatives to the currently-dominant lithium-ion chemistry. But could one of those alternatives be a combination of junkyard scarp metal and household chemicals? That's what a group of researchers are proposing, in the.

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Renault e.dams win Marrakesh ePrix; strong team lead after two races

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Renault e.dams has won the second race of season three of the FIA Formula E Championship with a robust run up the order by Sébastien Buemi. Renault e.dams leaves Marrakesh with 74 points in the Championship, ahead of ABT Schaeffler Audi Sport and Mahindra Racing who are tied for second with 36 points each. Sébastian has 50 points in the Drivers' Championship with his nearest rival, Lucas di Grassi, on 28.

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Orange EV approved to give up to $150K discount for electric terminal trucks with NY EV vouchers

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Orange EV, a manufacturer of battery-electric heavy-duty trucks, announced that fleets in the state of New York can now save up to $150,000 per T-Series pure electric terminal truck (the 160 kWh model; the 80 kWh model is approved for a $123,960 voucher). Discounts are enabled by the New York State Electric Vehicle – Voucher Incentive Fund ( NYSEV-VIF ).

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How serious is Norway about climate change? So much that its streetlights self-dim

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