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We are excited to announce our participation in a consortium focused on advancing the circular economy - R3-MYDAS. Why is a circular economy important? There are many reasons why a circular economy is important. First, it can help to reduce our reliance on finite resources. Second, it can help to reduce pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Third, it can create new jobs and economic opportunities. How are we contributing to a circular economy? We are committed to a circular economy through our focus on remanufacturing. Remanufacturing is the process of restoring a used product to its original condition. This extends the product's lifespan, reduces the need for new materials, and creates jobs. #FutureOfAssembly #R3MYDASProject

Last year, we successfully concluded the activities in the Danish funded research project ACDC (Autonomously Controlled Distributed Chargers). After the ACES project (yes, we like short and fancy acronyms), another exciting project supported by EUDP - Det Energiteknologiske Udviklings- og Demonstrationsprogram has come to an end. We have condensed the results in a public report co-authored by Simone Striani, Kristoffer Pedersen, Kristian Sevdari, Maria Hach, Oliver Mikkelsen, Marcin Rakowski. https://lnkd.in/e2bqGpjy However, many more colleagues, students and friends contributed to research and demonstration activities over the last 3.5 years. Detailed results can be found in all articles and theses referred in the report. Few takeaways: -) development of a “Made in Denmark” charger technology, primarily intended for public places and fleets. -) definition and testing of an autonomous and distributed charging architecture. -) an extensive measurement campaign on vehicles to assess charging efficiency and response characteristics. -) definition of management algorithms for the aggregation of vehicles providing multiple grid services. -) assessment of compliance with grid codes for diverse aggregations of vehicles. -) investigation of business cases and technical feasibility of prosumer technologies. -) definition of flexibility indexes to quantify the amount of charging demand that can be used for services. -) completion of degradation modelling and long-term measurement (not covered in the report, but extensively in several papers). Stay tuned for more results, we will get further with the activities as part of the EU funded EV4EU project. DTU Wind and Energy Systems

Exciting News from the Kick-off Meeting of the R3-MYDAS Project! We are delighted to present key takeaways from the recent two-day kick-off meeting, where enthusiastic minds convened to chart a course towards a sustainable future, recognizing the transformative potential of remanufacturing. 🔄 Our commitment to a Circular Economy underscores the pivotal role of remanufacturing in prolonging product life cycles, fostering job creation, and driving revenue growth, all while minimizing waste, and energy consumption. A sincere appreciation goes out to our outstanding partners who shared their expertise and enthusiasm during the discussions. Together, we are forging a path towards a more sustainable and resilient future in the Oil and Gas, Electric vehicle, and Wind energy industries.⚡ As we embark on this transformative journey, stay connected for updates on our advancements, innovations, and the collective influence we are exerting. Together, we are restoring equilibrium a future where sustainability associated to remanufacturing is ingrained in the fabric of each industry. #EWF #R3MYDASProject #Remanufacturing #ProjectKickoff #event #Sustainability Netcompany-Intrasoft EIT Manufacturing Flender AVL TMCOMAS Spin Robotics AIMEN Centro Tecnológico LUT University ITML Deep Blue Harokopio University of Athens IKERLAN Ziknes CSEM

Exciting News from the Kick-off Meeting of the R3_MYDAS Project! We are delighted to present key takeaways from the recent two-day kick-off meeting, where enthusiastic minds convened to chart a course towards a sustainable future, recognizing the transformative potential of remanufacturing. 🔄 Our commitment to a Circular Economy underscores the pivotal role of remanufacturing in prolonging product life cycles, fostering job creation, and driving revenue growth, all while minimizing waste, and energy consumption. A sincere appreciation goes out to our outstanding partners who shared their expertise and enthusiasm during the discussions. Together, we are forging a path towards a more sustainable and resilient future in the Oil and Gas, Electric vehicle, and Wind energy industries.⚡ As we embark on this transformative journey, stay connected for updates on our advancements, innovations, and the collective influence we are exerting. Together, we are restoring equilibrium a future where sustainability associated to remanufacturing is ingrained in the fabric of each industry. #EWF #R3-MYDASProject #Remanufacturing #ProjectKickoff #event #Sustainability Netcompany-Intrasoft EIT Manufacturing Flender AVL TMCOMAS Spin Robotics AIMEN Centro Tecnológico LUT University ITML Deep Blue Harokopio University of Athens IKERLAN Ziknes CSEM

Introducing INNOAQUA Project's consortium partner: INESC TEC  INESC TEC is a private non-profit research association, with Public Interest status, dedicated to scientific research and technological development, technology transfer, advanced consulting and training, and pre-incubation of new technology-based companies. ROLE IN INNOAQUA: INESC TEC will develop tools that allow the capture, storage and processing of data obtained by sensors to extract information and reach adaptive capabilities of systems, acting in real time in production using data collected and establishing and validating the digital architecture of suitable systems. Innovative optical sensors for the measurement of different parameters such as dissolved carbon dioxide, nitrates, spectral turbidity, light, and temperature will be developed and combined, together with commercially available devices, in a Multisensing Module. The sensors will bring added value to algae production by supporting a dynamic control of parameters in the fish-algae symbiosis and providing valuable data to develop control systems and algorithms that, in the future, will be able to optimize these complex production systems. Moreover, a Digital Twin Backbone (DTB) will be developed, to facilitate the ingestion, transformation and storage of data flows coming from the sensors installed in plant, making this data accessible to other interested parties, such as the intelligent Operations and Maintenance (O&M) functions, in near real-time, through a set of pre-defined public Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). This development will be a fundamental piece towards the ambitious objectives, to improve/optimize the efficiency margins and its scale-up, ultimately contributing to the digitalization of the sector. LEARN MORE about our partners: https://lnkd.in/ekTK4Duj With the support of the INNOAQUA Project consortium partners:  NORCE Norwegian Research Centre (Norway) A4F-Algae for Future (Portugal)  Algemy ingredients (Spain)  Eco Imagination (France)  Eranova (France)  European Aquaculture Society (Belgium)  Federal University of Rio de Janeiro (Brasil) Grupo Nueva Pescanova (Spain)  INESC TEC (Portugal)  Marineholmen RASLab AS (Norway)  PEDAL Consulting (Slovak Republic) Perseus (Belgium) Projects Blog Leitat (Spain) SEA EIGHT (Portugal) Sustainn (Spain)  Viking Aqua AS (Norway)  Viva Maris GmbH (Germany) With the support of:  European Commission #HorizonEurope (Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or the European Research Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them).

HAVE AN INTEREST IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND CLEAN ENERGY? HOW ABOUT TAKING A FREE ONLINE COURSE IN UNDERSTANDING HYDROGEN AND FUEL CELLS? The purpose of this programme is to introduce the evolution of hydrogen fuel cells and hydrogen technologies for use today. Learners will gain an appreciation for this promising energy source and will learn how it works in vehicles and devices, as well as its potential applications across many industries. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, they explore the environmental and economic implications of using hydrogen in our daily lives. The course examines issues ranging from safety protocols to regulations surrounding the production and transport of hydrogen fuel. By understanding these challenges and uncovering new opportunities, students can help shape a more sustainable future for us all. Finally, participants discover ways to access further knowledge in line with their own interests and initiatives that contribute to a greener world for everyone. This has been developed to support the race to NetZero and as an important step in an organisation or individual’s sustainability journey. Find out more and apply here -  https://lnkd.in/eDCR_ePu #netzero #greenskills

HAVE AN INTEREST IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND CLEAN ENERGY? HOW ABOUT TAKING A FREE ONLINE COURSE IN UNDERSTANDING HYDROGEN AND FUEL CELLS? The purpose of this programme is to introduce the evolution of hydrogen fuel cells and hydrogen technologies for use today. Learners will gain an appreciation for this promising energy source and will learn how it works in vehicles and devices, as well as its potential applications across many industries. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, they explore the environmental and economic implications of using hydrogen in our daily lives. The course examines issues ranging from safety protocols to regulations surrounding the production and transport of hydrogen fuel. By understanding these challenges and uncovering new opportunities, students can help shape a more sustainable future for us all. Finally, participants discover ways to access further knowledge in line with their own interests and initiatives that contribute to a greener world for everyone. This has been developed to support the race to NetZero and as an important step in an organisation or individual’s sustainability journey. Find out more and apply here -  https://lnkd.in/eDCR_ePu #netzero #greenskills

♻️INEGI driving science & innovation Produces Innovative Type V Hydrogen Tank with Compact AFP-XS System♻️ 🎥 This video showcases the development of an advanced Type V LOX/LNG tank for Launch Vehicles. The tank was produced using Addcomposites' compact AFP-XS system, demonstrating the potential for automated fiber placement technology to efficiently manufacture composite pressure vessels for hydrogen storage. 🔬INEGI's expertise in composite materials and innovative approach to tank design, combined with unique planning strategies using AddPath software, has led to the successful production of this lightweight and robust hydrogen storage solution. 🔬💡 The selective reinforcement of the composite material, made possible by the cut-and-restart capability of the AFP process along with non-geodesic placement, allows for optimized use of carbon fiber, resulting in a more efficient system while maintaining structural integrity. 💪This project highlights the importance of technological advancements and multidisciplinary efforts in developing efficient and cost-effective hydrogen storage systems. 🤝 By leveraging the potential of composite materials and advanced manufacturing processes, INEGI is contributing to the realization of a sustainable hydrogen economy. ♻️ 🌍🚀 As the demand for hydrogen storage solutions continues to grow, particularly in the aerospace sector, innovative approaches to tank design and production, such as those demonstrated by INEGI, will play a crucial role in overcoming the challenges associated with the widespread adoption of hydrogen as an energy vector. 🎥 https://lnkd.in/g3BnycNY

Catch up on the latest in ConTech funding and news roundups! 👇 • Swedish startup CemVision raised the largest green cement seed round of €10M led by Zacua Ventures, for its eco-friendly cement made from recycled industrial waste. The green cement reduces CO2 emissions by over 95% and accelerates early strength development 5x compared to traditional Portland cement. • Schneider Electric and NVIDIA have teamed up to enhance data center infrastructure for AI and digital twin technologies. Their collaboration aims to set new standards for AI deployment and operation within data centers. Schneider Electric will offer tailored reference designs for NVIDIA's data processing clusters, emphasizing high-power distribution and liquid-cooling systems. • Colorado startup Radia, Inc. Radia is raising $300m in Series C to develop planes for transporting large wind turbines, primarily for offshore projects due to onshore transportation limitations. They propose a solution for inland wind farms by building planes big enough to carry turbines, offering an alternative delivery method to ports and trucks. • A $200 million initiative by Bloomberg will establish climate-focused innovation teams in 25 cities aimed at finding funding and grants to local governments. A bottleneck exists due to limited local government capacity in monitoring and applying for grants. This challenge extends beyond local governments, as contractors specializing in energy transition and building decarbonization projects often lack the resources to efficiently locate and apply for grants. Subscribe to our weekly newsletter with the link below! 🔗

Celebrating Success: Samy Aïssiou from UniLille Defends PhD Thesis within TAKE-OFF Project On the 26th of June, Samy Aïssiou from our project partner Lille University of Science and Technology successfully defended his PhD thesis, which was developed within the framework of our TAKE-OFF project. This work was supervised by Dr. Nicolas Merle and Prof. Mathieu Sauthier from Université de Lille, and was carried out in the UCCS laboratory in Villeneuve d'Ascq. Samy’s thesis outlines the development of innovative heterogeneous nickel catalysts for oligomerizing light olefins. These nickel-based solids are highly effective due to their ability to activate light olefins at low temperatures, which minimises coke formation and enhances catalyst longevity while being energy-efficient. Additionally, they can activate ethylene and propylene at similar rates under suitable conditions, making them ideal for utilising a mixture of light olefins produced from the hydrogenation of CO₂. To advance understanding beyond traditional heterogeneous nickel catalysts, this research employed surface organometallic chemistry. By using well-defined supports and organometallic precursors, the study achieved precise single-site catalysts, enabling detailed analysis of their structure-activity relationships. The synthesized nickel complexes, chosen for their thermal stability and reactivity, were grafted under mild conditions to minimise impurities. Various silica-alumina ratios proved effective as supports. The catalysts showed high activity in ethylene oligomerization, confirming their efficiency. Ongoing tests with ethylene and propylene aim to evaluate selectivity and stability under high pressure. The TAKE-OFF project, funded by the #Horizon2020 EU program, is exploring the development of a unique technology based on the conversion of CO₂ and renewable hydrogen to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) via olefins as an intermediate. This technology route aims to deliver a highly innovative process that produces SAF at lower costs and higher energy efficiency compared to other power-to-liquid alternatives currently available. The TAKE-OFF route consists of capturing CO₂ from industrial flue gas or Direct Air Capture which reacts with hydrogen produced by renewable electricity to create light olefins. These light olefins are subsequently chemically upgraded into SAF. All innovative steps in upgrading CO₂ will be demonstrated under industrially relevant conditions. Find a summary of Samy’s thesis at https://shorturl.at/VUApK. In the picture, from left to right: Dr. Lionel Magna (IFPEN Lyon), Dr. Mostafa Taoufik (University Claude Bernard of Lyon), Prof. Carole Lamonier (University of Lille), Pr. Montserrat Gomez (University Paul Sabatier of Toulouse), Dr. Samy Aïssiou, Dr. Dorothée Laurenti (University Claude Bernard of Lyon), Pr. Mathieu Sauthier and Dr. Nicolas Merle (University of Lille).