Double-layered catalyst generates more hydrogen
Hydrogen-generating catalysts can create synergistic effects when different materials are layered with their unique properties. Recently, a Korean research team has developed a technology to enhance the hydrogen generation efficiency by flattening pl.....»»
An exoplanet is getting vaporized but is trying to hide it
Hydrogen should be constantly boiled off, but we're not always seeing it. Enlarge / Artist's conception of the atmosphere being blasted off an exoplanet. (credit: NASA, ESA, and Joseph Olmsted (STScI)) Some planets canno.....»»
Exploring advanced magnesium-based hydrogen storage materials and their applications
As an energy carrier, hydrogen holds the prominent advantages of high gravimetric energy density, high abundance, and zero emissions, yet its effective storage and transportation remain a bottleneck problem for the widespread applications of hydrogen.....»»
Researchers design efficient iridium catalyst for hydrogen generation
The energy demands of the world are ever increasing. In our quest for clean and eco-friendly energy solutions, transportable hydrogen energy offers considerable promise. In this regard, proton exchange membrane water electrolyzers (PEMWEs) that conve.....»»
EV maker VinFast"s shares surge in Nasdaq debut
The stock opened Tuesday at $22, more than double the last closing for VinFast's SPAC partner Black Spade Acquisition. VinFast had been valued at $23 billion in the deal......»»
Researchers visualize novel catalyst at work
A novel catalysis scheme enables chemical reactions that were previously virtually impossible. A method developed at the University of Bonn is also environmentally friendly and does not require rare and precious metals......»»
The role of bubble formation in sustainable hydrogen production
The sustainable production of hydrogen could potentially be made more efficient by adding a cleverly chosen salt to the process. Researchers at the Leiden Institute of Chemistry (LIC), in collaboration with physicists at the University of Twente, hav.....»»
Researchers identify peptides for pollen tube growth in rice
Double fertilization is a complex mechanism in flowering plants, wherein two sperm cells fuse with the embryo sac. To achieve this, pollens released from anthers must interact with the plant's stigma, hydrate, and germinate into pollen tubes. Thus, p.....»»
New calcium material functions as an ammonia synthesis catalyst
Researchers find calcium outshines chromium in the catalytic production of ammonia. Working together, a humble trio of calcium atoms have defied expectations to break apart one of the strongest chemical bonds known. The atoms form the key part of a c.....»»
Hydrogen-powered planes almost ready for takeoff
Companies are readying hardware but differ dramatically in how they're testing it. Enlarge / Airbus will be testing hydrogen power on a commercial airliner modified to carry an additional engine. (credit: Airbus) A compl.....»»
Looking back toward cosmic dawn—astronomers confirm the faintest galaxy ever seen
The universe we live in is a transparent one, where light from stars and galaxies shines bright against a clear, dark backdrop. But this wasn't always the case—in its early years, the universe was filled with a fog of hydrogen atoms that obscured l.....»»
Physicists achieve fusion with net energy gain for second time
Initial data shows an energy output greater than 3.5 megajoules. Enlarge / Researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California have used the world’s most powerful laser to fuse the nuclei of hydrogen isotope.....»»
New property of hydrogen predicted
Hydrogen is the most common element in the universe. It determines the properties of stars and planets and is crucial for life on Earth—not least because of its role in climate-neutral energy supply. Generations of scientists in physics and chemist.....»»
CFPB: U.S. Auto Sales loan servicer cost customers millions, mistakenly disabled vehicles
The CFPB on Wednesday sued U.S. Auto Sales' USASF Servicing, alleging the buy-here, pay-here loan servicer double billed collateral protection insurance, failed to refund unneeded GAP payments and incorrectly repoed or triggered kill switches on borr.....»»
Apple execs tout Mac success following Intel transition but warn of Q4 double-digit drop in revenue
Even though Mac revenue took a slide in Apple’s Q3 2023 earnings, CEO Tim Cook and CFO Luca Maestri said the business is stronger than ever. Notably, Apple’s comments come as Apple completed its full transition to Apple Silicon during the quarter.....»»
Nikola will raise capital after stockholders approve issuing new shares
Nikola stockholders will allow the company to issue new shares to raise funds to roll out fuel cell trucks and build a hydrogen fueling network......»»
Apple surpasses 1 billion paid subscriptions as active devices are double that
We’ve been seeing Apple regularly tally a new services records as its reported quarterly earnings over recent years. Now the company has achieved a major milestone, more than 1 billion paid subscriptions, fueling another all-time services revenue r.....»»
iPhone 16 Pro cameras may have double the low-light sensitivity [Video]
While all four iPhone 15 models are expected to get the 48MP stacked sensor tech used in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, next year’s iPhone 16 Pro cameras may again pull ahead of the base and Plus models. A new supply chain report today isn’t s.....»»
UAW to seek "most audacious and ambitious" contract in decades, Fain says
The union will be seeking double-digit wage gains, restoration of pensions for all workers and better benefits for retirees, among other demands. UAW President Shawn Fain also said he plans to push for a shorter 32-hour work week......»»
Did Earth"s Water Come from Meteorites?
At least some of our planet’s water was carried here by hydrogen-rich space rocks, but it’s not yet clear how much.....»»
New method improves proton acceleration with high power laser using frozen hydrogen as target
Bringing protons up to speed with strong laser pulses—this still young concept promises many advantages over conventional accelerators. For instance, it seems possible to build much more compact facilities. Prototypes to date, however, in which las.....»»