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Biochemical activities impacting hydrogen storage in salt caverns

Biochemical activities impacting hydrogen storage in salt caverns

Biochemical activities impacting hydrogen storage in salt caverns Hydrogen Storage In Salt Caverns – Microbes Hydrogen Storage in Salt Caverns – Microbes that inhabit the earth’s subsurface are vast in their diversity. Microorganisms may be found in vast quantities in as much as 104 and 108 per gram of rock. Hydrogen, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and …

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Graphene as battery material

Graphene as a battery material for EVs

 Graphene as a Battery Material : Lithium-ion battery technology   Graphene as a battery material – People consider lithium-ion battery technology as one of the most widely used technologies for electric cars. Safety is one major problem that automakers are trying to resolve in lithium-ion batteries. The electrolyte of a lithium-ion battery is highly flammable, …

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Challenges Faced In The Adoption of 3D Printing In Automotive Industry

Additive Manufacturing – Adoption of 3D Printing   A successful technology poised to change many industries is a successful technology, including the automotive industry. Many automobile companies like BMW, Ford, Porsche, Volvo and GM use 3D printing to manufacture different vehicle parts. However, the utilization of AM is far from widespread, and there are several …

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Interconnection of Heating and Energy Sector for Urban Electrification Support

Interconnection of Heating and Energy Sector   Major cities across the globe have constantly expanded their boundaries to accommodate ever-increasing population, which poses a challenge to urban developers, especially in terms of rising energy needs and enhancing connectivity across various places in terms of transportation. With climate change posing a threat, urban developers are consciously …

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How Grids are Utilizing Large-Scale Batteries to Integrate Renewables

Utilizing Large Scale Batteries to Integrate Renewables   The incorporation of renewable energy into the grid comes with several difficulties. The intermittent nature of renewable energy sources is one of the major obstacles. Solar and wind energy output is weather-dependent and unpredictable, therefore the amount of electricity production might vary significantly. Due to this, it …

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Location factors impacting the Direct Air Capture (DAC) of Carbon Dioxide

Direct Air Capture (DAC) Technology One of the main benefits of Direct Air Capture (DAC) is the possibility of locating the plant anywhere, for example, close to a desirable storage site to remove carbon or a commercial facility in need of atmospheric carbon dioxide feedstock other than fossil-derived carbon dioxide. This reduces the need to …

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Aluminium-air Batteries and Lithium-air Batteries for EVs: A Comparison

Lithium-Air Batteries for EVs Lithium-air batteries (LABs) reduce oxygen from the air at the cathode and oxidises lithium metal at the anode to produce a current flow during discharge. The lithium-air battery can obtain oxygen from the air externally, removing the need for internal storage. This results in a higher energy density compared to that of …

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Graphene Lithium-ion Battery Technology for EVs

Graphene Lithium ion Battery Technology   People recognize Lithium-ion battery technology as one of the most widely used technologies in electric cars. Safety is one major problem that automakers are trying to resolve in lithium-ion batteries. A lithium-ion battery’s electrolyte is highly flammable. Any damage to its exterior layers can cause a short circuit, leading …

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Solar Paneled Roofs Over Highways – Current State and Future Directions

Solar Panel Revolution Using solar panels is quickly revolutionizing the economy. Solar panels are gaining popularity as the economy shifts to a green and sustainable energy model. Their energy is economical, efficient, clean, and sustainable, which contributes to their success. Solar panels are widely used globally, from the rooftops of residential buildings to industrial facilities. …

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Lidars Vs Radar for autonomous vehicles: Analyzing the pros and cons

Lidars Vs. Radar for autonomous vehicles: Analyzing the pros and cons Autonomous cars are becoming increasingly intelligent, independent, and safer. They can communicate with other cars and infrastructure, making decisions based on real-time data. These cars come equipped with sensors and cameras that allow them to detect and avoid obstacles and park themselves. LiDAR and …

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