All articles by Jake Kavanagh – Page 6
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HydrogenWant to build a modular electrolyser?
With green hydrogen very possibly the future fuel of marine propulsion, MAN is inviting prospective infrastructure developers to inspect its demonstration plant
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Battery TechnologiesBetter lithium battery recycling could cut costs by 40%, study says
An international research group reports that more efficient methods of lithium battery recycling could reduce the price of new cells and curb secondary pollution
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Green TechnologiesNew record for commercially scalable perovskite-silicon solar cell
During research to harvest the full spectrum advantages of perovskite for solar cells, Hanwha Solutions Qcells has set a new efficiency record of 28.6%
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Battery TechnologiesUsing digital twins for better designs of batteries and pumps
A collaboration between Siemens and SPX Flow has highlighted the transformative potential of using a precise replica of a physical system to accelerate innovation
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Green TechnologiesFully recycled fibreglass available for non-woven applications
Two German companies have collaborated to supply the marine, aviation and wind energy industries with non-woven fabric made from 100% recycled fibreglass.
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ElectrificationIn-wheel electric motors offer more options for marine propulsion
As the automotive industry strives for ever more powerful electric motors for in-wheel designs, so this style of motor lends itself for outboard applications
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Green TechnologiesFrench consortium produces pioneering thermoplastic hydrofoils
As part of a project exploring the use of recyclable hydrofoils for ocean racing, a new type of foil with built-in sensors is being developed by the Minilab platform.
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ElectrificationDedicated electric propulsion show to run again this Summer
Back by popular demand, the UK’s inland waterways electric show will once again take place in Warwickshire in July
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Battery TechnologiesAutomated temperature monitoring for stored batteries
With many boatbuilders now storing large banks of lithium batteries prior to installation, a new temperature monitoring system from Brady can detect any potential issues
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HydrogenHydrogen marine superhub for Germany
A major project to transform the port of Wilhelmshaven into a central hydrogen producing hub has far reaching benefits for fuel-cell powered boats
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Green TechnologiesDRIFT energy harvesting vessel concept wins eco award
A plan to use sailing catamarans designed to generate green hydrogen whilst sailing has received a prestigious sustainability award.
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Green TechnologiesMore solar power from ‘string cell’ design
Has the answer been found to prevent a drop in solar panel output when part of the unit is shaded?
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Boatbuilding Materials & MachineryAntifouling rubber discs for ships and mooring buoys
The Danish company SabetoProtect has devised a system of rubber discs that adhere to the hull to provide advanced non-toxic antifouling
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Green TechnologiesBifacial and perovskite advances promise more efficient solar power
Combining two recent developments into one design of solar panel will allow boatbuilders to harness greater amounts of power from a smaller footprint
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Green TechnologiesCould marinas provide a major renewable energy resource?
Breakwaters make perfect platforms for wave energy converters
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HydrogenUS project to develop better heavy-duty hydrogen infrastructure
A research project has started in the US to fill the gaps in the hydrogen refuelling infrastructure for heavy duty vehicles, which could include larger electric yachts
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Green TechnologiesRise of the solar garage
Pioneering what could become a major trend for electric runabouts, the Portuguese-built Faro Powerdock also lifts the hull clear of the water
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Green TechnologiesFuelEU Maritime Regulations have now gone live
Whilst only applicable to ships above 5000 gross tons, the new tranche of EU decarbonisation regulations is bringing new tech to the leisure sector
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Inboard enginesCummins Accelera fuel cell powered truck breaks Guiness World record
Accelera fuel cell ‘engines’ are currently available in two outputs, 150kW and 300kW
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HydrogenNew Zealand’s hydrogen-powered high-performance RIB set to sea trial in January
A collaboration between Fabrum and King Watercraft in the ‘hydrogen city’ of Christchurch, has resulted in a fast 12-seater RIB powered by a fuel cell
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