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CNH Introduces Battery-Electric, Autonomous-Ready Tractor
CNH Industrial recently introduced what it says is the world’s first autonomous-ready, battery-electric light utility tractor at its Tech Day in Phoenix, Arizona. The New...
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Lignin-Based Jet Fuel Packs More Power
An experimental plant-based jet fuel could increase engine performance and efficiency, while dispensing with aromatics, the pollution-causing compounds found in conventional fuels.
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SAE International Extends Call for Abstracts, Seeks Submissions for AeroTech Conference
Engineering Events staff at SAE International in Warrendale, Pennsylvania, have extended the call for abstracts through September 21 for the...
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5 Ws of Unmanned Lasers for Methane Detection
As concerns rise about methane, a CU startup is working toward plugging the leaks.
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Method Helps Create Fuels from Plants
Scientists have been trying for years to create biofuels and other bioproducts more cheaply.
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Full-Scale Micro-launcher Rocket
Micro-launchers such as Orbex Prime give satellite manufacturers a dedicated launch service, in contrast to larger, ‘rideshare’ launchers, where small satellites are often a secondary payload, and frequently face significant delays.
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Electronic Skin Powered by Sweat Serves as Human-Machine Interface
Researchers have developed electronic skin (e-skin) that is applied directly on top of real skin. Made from soft, flexible rubber, it can be embedded with sensors that...
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Handheld Measuring Device Distinguishes Between Methanol and Potable Alcohol
Methanol is sometimes referred to as ethanol's deadly twin. While the latter is the intoxicating ingredient in wine, beer, and liquor, the former is a chemical...
Briefs Energy
Portable, Renewable Energy Technology
Pyroelectric energy generates energy from heat that would otherwise be wasted in a catalytic chemical reaction.
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Sensors Driven by Machine Learning Sniff Out Gas Leaks
The ALFaLDS detection tool supports oil plants.
Briefs Energy
Wearable Microgrid Harvests and Stores Energy from the Human Body
The flexible, washable microgrid uses the human body to sustainably power small electronics.
Briefs Propulsion
Process Converts Ethanol to Jet Fuel
A new catalyst and microchannel reactors improve efficiency and cost of the process.
Briefs Materials
Recycled Cotton Becomes New Fabric
A method converts cotton into sugar, which can be turned into spandex, nylon, or ethanol.
Briefs Energy
Wearable Biofuel Cells Produce Electricity from Lactate
The biofuel cells can power wearable electronics purely by using human sweat.
Editorial Green Design & Manufacturing
Combustion Engines Carry on in Construction
A recent virtual panel discussion reminded me that we ought not forget the propulsion workhorse of our industries: the good ol’ diesel engine. It’s sometimes easy to forget in the...
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Products of Tomorrow
NASA-developed fire protection, implantable stimulators, and more.
Articles Energy
Innovating the Methanol Fuel Cell
Using methanol as the source fuel provides an alternative to a gaseous-hydrogen distribution and storage infrastructure, among other potential benefits.
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Industry Invited to Participate in AeroTech Aerospace and Defense Technical Program
SAE International is inviting global participation in its AeroTech® aerospace and defense technology conference and exhibition, which is for the first...
Briefs Materials
Eco-Friendly Technique Upcycles Metal Waste into Multipurpose Aerogels
Potential applications include lightweight building materials and growing cells for biomedical purposes.
Briefs Sensors/Data Acquisition
New Sensor Paves Way to Low-Cost Sensitive Methane Measurements
Recent advances could make it feasible to deploy networks of methane sensors to detect this greenhouse gas at large facilities.
Briefs Energy
Turning Carbon Dioxide into Liquid Fuel
A new electrocatalyst efficiently converts carbon dioxide into ethanol.
Briefs Energy
Extracting Bioproducts from Plants for Biofuels
Biofuels can achieve cost parity with petroleum fuels.
Q&A Energy
Deere Bullish on Biodiesel, Renewable Diesel
Petroleum-based fuels long have been the industry standard for heavy equipment primarily due to the lack of acceptable, cost-effective and reliable alternatives. But with growing interest in...
Briefs Energy
Open-Source Software Analyzes Economics of Biofuels and Bioproducts
This fast, flexible tool allows researchers to quickly compare and prioritize strategies for converting biomass to fuels and products.
Briefs Energy
Catalysis Approach Reduces Carbon Dioxide to Methane
This approach is a cost-effective way to convert carbon dioxide gas into methane.
Briefs Energy
In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU): Methylotrophic Microorganisms Expressing Soluble Methane Monooxygenase Proteins
This technology enables methane metabolism by yeast.
Briefs Test & Measurement
Mobile, Dual-Comb Device for Methane Leak Detection
Accurately detecting, locating, and quantifying leaks of methane — the main component of natural gas and a major fuel source worldwide — is critically important for both environmental...
NASA Spinoff Aerospace
Methane Detector Sniffs Out Leaks
Methane is everywhere on Earth. It’s the main ingredient in the natural gas that powers heating, cooking, and electricity. It’s also a potent greenhouse gas. The presence of methane is also interesting...
Briefs Energy
Process Directly Converts Methane to Methanol
Methanol is a key feedstock for the production of chemicals, some of which are used to make products such as plastics, plywood, and paints. Methanol also can fuel vehicles or be reformed to...
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