Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
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To carry out its mission, the institute has defined six main goals: 1, Identify important areas of marine science where research progress is limited by lack of appropriate technology. 2, Develop sophisticated systems for investigating aspects of the marine environment and its inhabitants where high scientific potential exists. 3, Meet the highest possible performance standards for the operation of its equipment and technological systems. 4, Conduct high-quality, innovative research that maximizes effective management and use of all MBARI assets. 5, Develop, in collaboration with the Monterey Bay Aquarium, creative programs that maximize the educational value of MBARI's research results. 6, Transfer research results, technology, and operational techniques to the marine science community worldwide.
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2011
5 Dec 2011
Chevy Volt battery under investigation after fire
The Chevrolet Volt, a hybrid electric vehicle manufactured by General Motors is under investigation due to battery concerns in recent tests by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).2 Dec 2011
Electric charging points at Waddesdon Manor
Waddesdon Manor has installed one of the most advanced electric vehicle (EV) charging points available in their main car park, allowing those visiting the site by EV to replenish their batteries free of charge.1 Dec 2011
Nanoparticle electrode for batteries
Nanoparticle electrode for batteries could make large-scale power storage on the energy grid feasible, say Stanford researchers30 Nov 2011
Wireless electric trams begin full operations
Three wireless electric trams have replaced the old diesel-powered carts used by passengers for transportation within the Seoul Grand Park, an amusement park located south of Seoul.29 Nov 2011
Low-cost charging in under 30 minutes
Nissan North America will bring an innovative, low-cost DC quick charger for electric cars to the U.S. market. The DC quick charger is being launched as part of a global collaboration with Sumitomo Corporation, with the first installations planned for early 2012.28 Nov 2011
Polymer lithium sulphur EV battery
The world's 1st commercial pure electric vehicle battery system powered by OXIS's Polymer Lithium Sulphur chemistry and technology.25 Nov 2011
Smith Electric to build Newton Truck in New York State
Smith Electric Vehicles will expand its U.S. operations by adding a manufacturing facility in New York State, creating up to 100 new direct local jobs.24 Nov 2011
Plug Power and Air Liquide subsidiary form JV to provide fuel cells
Fuel cell manufacturer Plug Power plans to join forces with Axane, an Air Liquide subsidiary, to create a joint venture to meet growing demand for GenDrive fuel cell products across the European material handling market.22 Nov 2011
Would you buy a retro EV?
This year has seen a new phenomenon in on-road electric vehicles - many models of retro scooter.18 Nov 2011
Company selection for consumer-focused smart grid offering
Pecan Street Inc. recently announced the companies that will join it in creating a consumer-focused smart grid built around home applications and consumer electronics.17 Nov 2011
Aircraft e-Genius from IFB wins two highly endowed awards
The electric aircraft e-Genius, which was developed at Institut für Flugzeugbau (IFB) of University of Stuttgart, won no fewer than two awards at the Green Flight Challenge 2011.15 Nov 2011
Solar hybrid supertanker saves $60 million per year on fuel
Sauter Carbon Offset Design presents Deliverance, a DynaWing solar hybrid supertanker that qualifies as the largest and by far the greenest post panamax vessel to be built and as such the most economical form of crude oil transport to and from any part of the globe.14 Nov 2011
Hydro-Québec and Technifin form partnership to license LTO
Hydro-Québec and Technifin have entered into an intellectual property collaboration agreement relating to the licensing of their respective intellectual property in lithium titanate spinel oxide (LTO) technologies, notably for lithium-ion battery applications.11 Nov 2011
Israel's leading e-scooter manufacturer builds on success
Kooper International, which was founded back in 2008 and based in Tel Aviv, Israel, manufactures premium e-Scooters (e-Rollers, e-Steps) for local and international markets. The company develops high-end zero emission, environmentally-friendly, accessible and affordable, high-performance and lightweight urban electric vehicles.10 Nov 2011
Pilot project kicks off with Audi A1 e-tron
A German project recently launched 20 units of the Audi A1 e-tron on the roads of a Munich pilot region. Audi, E.ON, the public utility Stadtwerke München and Technische Universität München (TUM) are project partners in this fleet trial. E.ON and SWM are in charge of expanding and maintaining the charging infrastructure in the Munich metropolitan area.9 Nov 2011
Bladon Jets wins second technology strategy board award
A consortium led by micro gas turbine company Bladon Jets has been awarded funding from the Technology Strategy Board to continue its development of an Ultra Lightweight Range Extender (ULRE) for next generation electric vehicles.8 Nov 2011
Rush to energy harvesting for electric vehicles
Those designing electric vehicles have much in common, whether they are hybrid or pure electric, on-road, off-road, on-water, underwater or in the sky.8 Nov 2011
New EV technology starting at the heavy end
Electric vehicles larger than cars include many boats, trucks, buses and other industrial and commercial vehicles, manned and unmanned aircraft and military vehicles for the field of combat and supply lines, even tugs for aircraft. Some electric vehicles are the size of a car but pack a much bigger punch.7 Nov 2011
Nodding wind harvester gets EV orders
Bernd Wittich has filed Provisional Patent Application Number 61/537,301 with Claire R Doane for a nodding wind harvester and gained a first order for its use on an electric vehicle charging station.4 Nov 2011
Progress of low carbon project in Slovenia
The Centre of Excellence for Low-Carbon Technologies collaborates on the following, having commenced in 2009 with nearly Euros 10 million in funding to 2013.