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Electrode technology helps produce hydrogen fuel from seawater
This technology marks a major step forward in the commercialization of hydrogen as a sustainable energy solution.
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Space science
Breakthrough technology enables rockets to use any metal as fuel
New technology opens up a turning point for space exploration, when rockets do not need to return to Earth to refuel.
Conquer Mars
China designs Mars battery for future exploration
A research team from the University of Science and Technology of China has come up with a battery design that could be applied to Mars exploration.
Scientific works
World's first green ammonia plant opens
The new plant will produce 5,000 tonnes of green ammonia per year, replacing grey ammonia which uses environmentally harmful fossil fuels.
Environment
Japan will use robots to remove melted fuel in Fukushima
Robots equipped with pincers and using telescopic tubes to move will collect molten fuel debris weighing less than 3g.
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The world's first ship powered by wood pellets
Ships running by burning wood pellets can reduce carbon emissions by 22% compared to ships using fossil fuels.
Biology
African blackwood, one of the most expensive woods in the world
Wood is an important part of our society. We use it for fuel, furniture, perfume, musical instruments and other purposes.
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The world's first CNG-powered motorbike will be launched next June!
Motorcycles running on CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) are motorbikes that use compressed natural gas as fuel instead of traditional gasoline.
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Why are diesel engines not used in small cars?
Diesel engines are not used in small cars due to maintenance costs, NVH levels (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) and emissions-related issues.
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Norway builds the world's largest hydrogen ship
The 117 m long ship model can carry 120 vehicles, using green hydrogen for at least 85% of the route in the Arctic.
Space science
Solar sails help spacecraft fly without fuel
NASA is testing a sail system that uses solar energy to propel spacecraft through space.
Environment
How does climate change fuel extreme weather?
Climate change can make heavy rains, heat waves, droughts and wildfires more severe and last longer around the world.
New technology
Development of hydrogen-fueled drones
With an initial investment of 3.6 million AUD (2.32 million USD), the Wildu project will develop a special type of medical drone, powered by hydrogen fuel.
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The world's largest nuclear power plant is about to revive
Japan is about to restart production activities at the Kashiwazaki - Kariwa nuclear power plant after a long period of closure due to the impact of the Fukushima disaste…
Environment
Green hydrogen helps revolutionize heating systems
In the context of the fuel crisis and environmental pollution, Antonio Meucci Public High School in Carpi (Italy) has a boiler running on green hydrogen.