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🚀Liftoff to Jupiters Moon, Europa Clipper 🌕 A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket carrying NASA's Europa Clipper spacecraft launched from Launch Complex 39A at NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration Kennedy Space Station, Florida Monday, Oct. 14, 2024. The launch of the latest Falcon Heavy…SpaceX again this week sets off to outerspace with Europa, Jupiter moon as its destination and will now travel 1.8 billion miles. The launch of the spacecraft at 12:06 local time (16:06 GMT) after hurricane Milton forced the mission to postpone plans last week. A spacecraft that will hunt for signs of alien life on one of Jupiter’s icy , and a deeply mysterious moon, Europa Clipper. But it will not arrive until 2030 but what it finds could change what we know about life in our solar system. Trapped under the moon’s surface could be a vast ocean with double the amount of water on Earth. The spacecraft is chasing a European mission that left last year, but using a cosmic piggyback, it will overtake and arrive first. <More here https://lnkd.in/eAhpcYK8> #NASA

“Balancing Net Zero with Airport Expansion: While the UK’s industrial strategy claims alignment with climate goals, the £1.1bn investment in Stansted Airport raises questions about our true commitment to tackling the climate crisis. The #IndustrialStrategy green paper insists the government’s industrial strategy will be “aligned with” net zero. However, campaigners highlighted that during the summit, UK chancellor Rt Hon Rachel Reeves also confirmed a £1.1bn investment to expand London Stansted Airport. “Expanding airports to encourage even more flights is the last thing we need if we’re going to tackle the climate crisis,” Alethea Warrington, said head of aviation, heat and energy at climate charity Possible. Instead the government should “focus on supporting investment in clean, low carbon technologies and climate-friendly transport”. 💭 What are your thoughts ? #SustainableAviation

🇬🇧UK National Wealth Fund Powers Green Revolution with £5.8 Billion Investment in Hydrogen, CCUS, and Gigafactories 🏭 The National Wealth Fund (#NWF) outlines clear priorities for green hydrogen, carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS), and gigafactory batteries as central to the UK’s clean energy transition and industrial growth. These areas are part of a broader strategy to mobilize private investment into emerging sectors with significant barriers to scaling up, such as viability, demand certainty, and value chain readiness . 1️⃣ Green Hydrogen: Identified as one of the five core sectors receiving focused investment from the NWF. This aligns with the UK’s goal of transitioning to clean energy and reducing reliance on carbon-intensive fuels. The NWF aims to provide financing where private investment alone cannot bridge the gap, accelerating the commercialisation of hydrogen technologies. 2️⃣ Carbon Capture, Utilisation, and Storage (CCUS): Alongside green hydrogen, CCUS is a priority to help the UK achieve its net-zero goals. The NWF will support CCUS projects by addressing financing gaps, especially in scaling the infrastructure required to capture and store emissions at industrial facilities . 3️⃣ Gigafactories (Batteries): Gigafactories are vital for supporting the electric vehicle revolution and energy storage needs. The NWF focuses on catalyzing investments into building these factories to ensure the UK remains a leader in battery manufacturing and can meet the growing demand for electric vehicles. 4️⃣ Green Steel: This area focuses on reducing the carbon footprint of steel production, which is a major source of global emissions. The NWF aims to support the development of low-carbon steel technologies, including the use of hydrogen in steelmaking, to help the UK transition to cleaner manufacturing processes and remain competitive in the global market. 5️⃣ Ports: Investment in ports is crucial to support the infrastructure needed for the clean energy transition, including the handling and distribution of green hydrogen and other low-carbon fuels. Modernizing ports will also enable the UK to become a hub for renewable energy projects, offshore wind, and the growing green shipping industry . These sectors are part of a broader £5.8 billion commitment to green energy technologies, reflecting the UK’s ambition to lead in sustainable industrial development. The NWF’s strategic focus ensures these sectors are well-financed and able to scale to meet national and global demand . #GreenEnergy #Batteries #HydrogenEconomy #CCUS #Gigafactories #EVs #SustainableGrowth #CleanTech #NetZero #UKInvestment #GreenRevolution #IndustrialStrategy #H2 #Hydrogen #NationalWealthFund

Why is the latest SpaceX rocket test a big deal? Elon Musk's SpaceX has successfully completed a world first test, landing part of their Starship back onto its launch pad. This means the company's plan to develop a fully reusable and quickly deployable rocket is a lot closer. The BBC News's science correspondent, Pallab Ghosh, explores why this "incredibly difficult" operation is a big deal for future exploration and what environmental concerns people may have about it. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) , the US government body that approves all flights, had previously said there would be no launch before November as it reviewed the company's permits. Since last month the agency and Elon Musk have been in a public spat after the FAA said it was seeking to fine his company, SpaceX, $633,000 for allegedly failing to follow its license conditions and not getting permits for previous flights. Before issuing a license, the FAA reviews the impact of the flight, in particular the effect on the environment. In response to the fine, Musk threatened to sue the agency and SpaceX put out a public blog post, hitting back against "false reporting" that part of the rocket was polluting the environment. #ClimateChange #Rocket #FAA

Invest 2035: The UK’s Ambitious Path to Growth with New #IndustrialStrategy The UK Government unveils "Invest 2035," a transformative 10-year Industrial Strategy designed to foster certainty and stability for businesses. This visionary plan focuses on breaking down barriers in high-growth sectors to create investment-friendly conditions, generate quality jobs, and empower communities across the UK. Key Highlights: 🏭 Focus on growth-driving sectors: Advanced Manufacturing, Clean Energy, Creative Industries, Defence, Digital Technologies, Financial Services, Life Sciences, and Professional Business Services. 💡 Addressing economic challenges by boosting productivity and innovation. ♻️ Commitment to Net Zero, regional growth, and economic resilience. 🤝 Collaboration with businesses, local governments, and international partners for tailored sector plans and robust execution. This strategy leverages the UK’s strengths—its innovative firms, high-quality research institutions, skilled workforce, and global connectivity—to overcome recent challenges like economic shocks and productivity slowdowns. Let's work together to transform our economic landscape, harnessing this opportunity for sustainable and inclusive growth. Share your thoughts and join us in building a prosperous future for the UK! <Source: https://lnkd.in/ekzVkUSH> #Invest2035 #UKGrowth #IndustrialStrategy #Innovation #Investment #SustainableGrowth #NetZero #ProBusiness #CommunityImpact #EconomicResilience #TransformativeGrowth

🌟 Exciting Research Advancement in #Hydrogen Embrittlement and Materials Science understanding! 🌟 The team of researchers is proud to share a recent study on high Mn austenitic steel, published in Acta Materialia Journals. Supported by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Technology Office, and in collaboration with POSCO and the ASPPRC at Colorado School of Mines, the study explores the effects of hydrogen pre-charging on the material. Key Findings: - Hydrogen pre-charging affects the coherent scattering domain size in high Mn austenitic steel, as observed through neutron DLPA. - The research underlines the importance of methodology and formal analysis in understanding material characteristics. - The role of hydrogen is critical in altering structural properties, which can inform applications in various industries. Partnerships with industry leaders like POSCO provided essential materials for investigation. This research demonstrates a significant step forward in materials science, paving the way for future innovations. The team extends gratitude to the sponsors and collaborators for their invaluable support. Key Contributors: - Yuran "Jason" Kong & DON BROWN, Kip Findley & John G. Speer, Pawan Kathayat & Samantha K. Lawrence: <Source: https://lnkd.in/eAUsynQN> #MaterialsScience #ResearchAdvancement #Collaboration #Innovation #HydrogenTechnology #Metallurgy #ScientificDiscovery #Embrittlement #Steel

🇬🇧UK Government say Great Britain is Open for Business! 🚀 UK’s International Investment Summit today, will make major investment deals in AI, life sciences, clean energy, and infrastructure are set to drive economic growth and create new opportunities for innovation and jobs. 💼💡 Key highlights: • £24 billion in clean energy investments already secured. • The government pledges to remove outdated regulations that hinder progress. • Focus on sectors like health tech, AI, clean energy, and creative industries to position the UK at the forefront of global innovation. • World-leading CEOs, including from Google, Eli Lilly, Wayve, and more, convened to discuss the UK’s potential for harnessing emerging technologies. Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasised, “Private sector investment is the way we rebuild our country and pay our way in the world.” This summit showcases the UK as a global leader in investment, driving innovation and sustainable growth across industries. 🌍🚀 Call for investment, now is the time to back Britain! #InvestmentSummit #Innovation #AI #CleanEnergy #Growth #UKEconomy

🚀 Hydrogen Delivery Scenario Analysis Model (HDSAM): Empowering Decision-Making for Hydrogen Infrastructure Since its first release in 2006, HDSAM has evolved into a powerful, annually updated tool, providing key insights into hydrogen delivery pathways, technology components, and cost assessments for stakeholders. 🔧 Category Techno-economic assessment for hydrogen infrastructure and refueling for Light-Duty Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). 🎯 Objectives • Compare the cost of hydrogen delivery & refueling options. • Identify key cost drivers for hydrogen infrastructure at varying FCEV market scales. 💡 Key Features • Flexible inputs & sensitivity analysis. • Optimization for least-cost delivery and refueling configurations. • Transparent assumptions and cost components. 📊 Outputs • Levelized hydrogen delivery cost ([$/kg]). • Breakdown of delivery components and costs (terminals, trucks, refueling stations, etc.). • Cash flow projections and operational efficiency metrics. 📂 Download & Accessibility Available as an Excel-based tool with GUI, HDSAM is free and open-source. Register to download: [https://lnkd.in/eS5JrppJ] #HydrogenEconomy #FuelCellVehicles #HDSAM #SustainableTransport #TechForGood #H2 Argonne National Laboratory

Emirates to Extend Life of A380 Fleet for 15 More Years with $3bn Upgrade The decision to invest in the A380 fleet comes in the context of Airbus ceasing production of the super-jumbo in 2021, limiting the availability of large-capacity aircraft for hub-to-hub travel. Emirates, being the largest operator of the A380, faces a gap in the market as Boeing’s 777X, intended to replace aging Boeing 747s for long-haul, high-traffic routes, has been delayed until 2026, six years behind schedule. This creates a challenge for airlines like Emirates, which rely on high-capacity aircraft to efficiently move large numbers of passengers between major hubs, where airport infrastructure has not significantly expanded to meet growing demand. Thus, the $3bn refurbishment is a strategic move to maintain fleet capacity and avoid operational shortfalls while waiting for new aircraft deliveries. ✈️ Emirates invests $3bn in refurbishing its entire fleet of 116 Airbus A380s. ✈️ The revamp will allow the super-jumbos, each with up to 615 seats, to fly until 2038-2039. ✈️ The upgrade includes new interiors, making it the largest refurbishment programme in aviation history. ✈️ Airbus halted production of the A380 in 2021, and no other aircraft can replace its high capacity. ✈️ Delays in the Boeing 777X delivery until 2026 make the A380 crucial for Emirates’ operations. ✈️ The A380 remains essential as global airport expansions lag behind growing passenger demand. #Aviation #AirbusA380 #EmiratesAirline #AircraftUpgrade #Sustainability #TravelIndustry #AviationInnovation

🚀 Historic Milestone for SpaceX Super Heavy Booster Caught for the First Time — #Mechazilla has caught the Super Heavy booster! SpaceX has just achieved a groundbreaking feat during the fifth test flight of its Starship rocket! For the first time ever, the Super Heavy booster was successfully caught upon returning to the launchpad in Texas, marking a significant step towards Elon Musk’s vision of rapid reusability in space exploration. 🎉 Cheers and excitement filled the SpaceX control room as the booster made its safe descent using the “chopsticks maneuver”—a pair of giant mechanical arms designed to catch it. Sunday’s launch marked the fifth test flight for Starship, which stands nearly 400 feet tall and is composed of the Super Heavy booster and the Starship spacecraft. The system is central to founder Elon Musk’s hopes to eventually colonize Mars and to NASA’s plans to return astronauts to the moon. Musk has said he plans to launch about five uncrewed Starship missions to Mars in the next two years, with possible crewed missions to follow. SpaceX said the spacecraft itself also experienced a successful flight and splashed down “precisely on target.” But it was the booster’s safe landing that marked not only a historic feat of aeronautical engineering but also a major milestone for SpaceX’s goal of full reusability for its rockets. It hopes this innovation will enable more ambitious space missions, and with greater frequency. “Big step toward making life multiplanetary was made today,” Musk posted on X after Sunday’s launch. This is a pivotal moment for the Starship program and a major leap forward for the future of reusable space vehicles, bringing us closer to the dream of human missions to the Moon and Mars. 🌕🚀 Watch the full launch and catch here: [https://lnkd.in/egxvjd9g] #SpaceX #Starship #SuperHeavy #SpaceExploration #ElonMusk #RapidReusability #Mars