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Light-harvesting system component in artificial photosynthesis

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An artificial photosynthesis system, which mimics the natural photosynthesis system, comprises of three units. The first is a light-harvesting unit. The second is a charge separation unit (reaction center). The third is a catalysis unit where fuel-forming multi-electron reactions take place. This article discusses the light-harvesting system. The chromophore (photosynthesizer) Light harvesting is the initial …

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Issues affecting the feasibility of underground hydrogen storage in salt caverns

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The storage of gas in underground storage sites is in full operation in over 600 sites worldwide. Underground hydrogen storage is relatively new and the experiences are scarce. Storing hydrogen in underground salt caverns requires the fulfillment of several criteria including social, legal, economic, engineering, and geological. Feasibility studies of underground hydrogen storage in salt …

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Hydrogen-Powered Electric Airplanes

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Global warming, carbon emissions, and their impact on the environment have raised the need for airlines to develop next-gen, fuel-efficient, and environmental-friendly aircrafts. According to the European Commission’s report, the airline industry emits 3.8% of EU greenhouse gases. Hydrogen-powered electric airplanes do not produce carbon dioxide and other harmful emissions. Thus, these airplanes are getting …

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Hydrides as Electrodes and Electrolytes for Solid-State Batteries

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Solid-state batteries are seen as a critical enabler for compact, energy-dense battery-powered devices. Solid-state batteries are considered the natural successor to liquid electrolyte batteries such as lithium-ion because they have the potential to exhibit 2.5 times the energy density of current liquid electrolyte batteries with reduced weight and lesser degradation in battery performance from rapid …

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How Commercial Demand Response is Reinforcing the Energy Grid in its fight against Climate Change

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Demand response is a strategy for reducing energy demand when it is not needed. By participating in commercial demand response programs, business customers help ensure the reliability of their energy supply by reducing the amount of energy they use during peak demand periods. Demand response helps to reduce the strain on the energy grid and …

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Feasibility of Solid-state batteries for electric airplanes - Whatnext - technology experts

Feasibility of solid-state batteries for electric airplanes

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Solid-state batteries have the potential to revolutionise the electromobility market. Recent innovations have suggested that these batteries can offer 2.5 times the energy density of existing liquid electrolyte lithium-ion batteries whilst being lighter and safer with little degradation in performance from rapid charging. It is expected that within the next two decades, these types of …

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Cybersecurity in Vehicle-to-Infrastructure - Whatnext - futuremakers

Cybersecurity in Vehicle-to-Infrastructure (V2I) Applications

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With the advent of vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) applications, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for both motorists and municipalities. V2I applications allow vehicles to communicate with infrastructure such as traffic lights, allowing for more efficient traffic flow and reduced congestion. However, this increased connectivity also creates new opportunities for malicious actors to exploit vulnerabilities in the …

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Cybersecurity for wind energy systems integrated into smart grids

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Wind energy systems integrated with smart grids are vulnerable to cybersecurity attacks. These days, wind turbines can communicate with the grid through the Internet. This means cybercriminals can use this connection to disrupt the power supply. Two most important components for cyber security for wind farms are the turbines themselves and the control system. Cybersecurity …

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Cybersecurity for solar energy systems integrated to smart grids

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Solar energy systems are vulnerable to cyber-attacks and physical attacks. These attacks could disable the grid, causing widespread power outages. There are multiple ways to protect solar energy systems from external attacks. One way is to physically secure the systems. The systems should be given protection from the weather and other physical damages. Second way …

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