The aviation industry is under increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint and move toward sustainable solutions. Researchers in the U.S. have made a significant breakthrough by using brewery wastewater to create sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), a promising development that could help decarbonize the aviation sector and contribute to global efforts to combat climate change.
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Sep
Sep
Researchers at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP) in China have made significant progress in the development of the Organic Flow Battery (OAAB): the new device retains 99.95% of its capacity after 850 charging cycles. This breakthrough was achieved with naphthalene-based organic redox-active molecules (ORAMs), marking a major milestone in battery technology.
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Jul
Jul
In a significant step towards greener aviation, China’s domestically developed aircraft have successfully completed their first test flights using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). This achievement marks a crucial milestone in the country’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions in the aviation sector and showcases China’s growing capabilities in aerospace technology.
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Jun
Jun
In the not-so-distant future, our cities may look radically different from above. Picture a landscape dotted with sleek, elevated platforms where electric aircraft gracefully touch down and lift off, whisking passengers across urban expanses in mere minutes. These are vertiports, the groundbreaking infrastructure that promises to redefine urban mobility. But before we can embrace this airborne future, our cities must undergo a significant transformation.
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Jun
Jun
The aviation industry, traditionally known for its significant carbon footprint, is on the cusp of a green revolution with the advent of electric planes. These aircraft promise to reduce emissions and offer a sustainable alternative to conventional fossil fuel-powered jets. However, the path to widespread adoption is fraught with challenges and trade-offs.
06
Jun
Jun
Recent advancements in energy storage technology are poised to revolutionize the industry, with new research suggesting supercapacitors could soon complement traditional batteries, providing rapid charging capabilities. Researchers at the University of Colorado have made significant strides in understanding ion movement, paving the way for the development of more efficient supercapacitors.
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