All articles by Jake Kavanagh – Page 12
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Airconditioning & HeatingElectric range boost of up to 70% by using microwave-enabled HVAC
A new heating system based on microwaves and thermochemicals has been developed by the UK’s Birmingham University and is claimed to be able to boost the range of an electric vehicle (EV) by up to 70%.
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ElectrificationJerry cans of electricity could solve mobile energy demands
Solus Power’s Kratos technology uses lithium-ion power units that are stackable, modular and easily transported
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ElectrificationWhen your villa powers itself, your boat, and your car
A new development of villas will be virtually self-sufficient in terms of energy, with enough left over to recharge EVs and an ultra-high performance eD-32 c electric RIB
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Green TechnologiesNew Green Hydrogen plant in Japan paves the way to upscale global production
Four modules at Kawasaki are being tested under ‘real world’ conditions, including operation during maintenance periods and from low power supplies at night
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Outboard enginesThe Stealth Switch. One motor, multiple voltages
US-based Stealth Electric Outboards has develope version where the motor can be upgraded from 24V to 96V simply by adding extra batteries in series.
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ElectrificationRecreational e-boats to feed the grid?
New Virtual Bunkering for Electric Vessels (VBEV) concept under test in the UK
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Battery Technologies‘Engine shaped’ fuel cell could be a retrofit package for boats
The development of a much smaller heat exchanger and other compact parts has made the IE DRIVE fuel cell the most compact and powerful in its class, with an output of 157kW.
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Green TechnologiesGreen hydrogen can be made using wastewater from whisky distillation
Scottish researchers use nano tech to make the wastewater suitable for electrolysis
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ElectrificationVita Power's new integrated ecosystem to fast-track boatbuilders' electric ambitions
Engineers at Vita Power’s UK factory create all-electric powertrains for new boats and assist OEMs to effectively convert existing models. IBI was given a tour, and a sea trial
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Green TechnologiesCustom sealing materials accelerate hydrogen roll out
Marine industry targeted for accelerated development, along with chemical processing aerospace and road transport
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Battery TechnologiesBattery prices fall by 90% in the last 15 years
Whilst the upfront cost of batteries for electric boats remains a major barrier to greater take-up, the good news is that prices have been falling steadily and are likely to continue to do so.
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StabilisationThe self-levelling yacht - CMC Marine spearheads use of advanced sensor tech
Harnessing artificial intelligence with powerful and responsive actuators and hydrodynamic comtrol surfaces can eliminate much of the movement associated with seasickness
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Paints and CoatingsLatest trends in topcoats and antifouling
The marine coatings sector is moving towards products that have a longer life with improved gloss and durability, whilst a biocide approval bottleneck has led to big move towards silicon-based antifoulings
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DeckingTemplate-free designer decks
UK-based AquaDeck demonstrates a new way of designing non-slip panels that greatly enhances accuracy and reduces waste
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Green TechnologiesHighlights from the Green Tech Boat Show
With a focus on green tech, last weekend’s South Coast & Green Tech Boat Show in Southampton, UK, attracted some 4,000 visitors. Two initaitves in particular caught IBI’s eye
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FoilingInsight | Foiling and range extension
How foils combined with the latest drone tech are extending cruising range
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Paints and CoatingsTopcoats and antifouling - Real wood? No, it’s paint
Motorboats built by Breedham Yachts feature the classic look of real hardwood trim.
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Paints and CoatingsTopcoats and antifouling - The issue of isocyanates
According to the UK’s Health & Safety Executive (HSE), isocyanates are used in some water-based paints, most primers and undercoats and nearly all lacquers.
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Inboard enginesInboard engines | Movers & Shakers
Bruntons Propellers Based in the UK, Bruntons worked with the European HYMAR project to create a self-pitching propeller to improve propulsive efficiency for hybrid, electric, motorsailing and regeneration modes. bruntonspropellers.com Candela Based in Sweden, Candela makes a range of foiling electric boats in both the leisure and commercial ...
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