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Hydrogen Fuel Cell Powered Cars

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Emissions Free Mobility Source:  BMW Hydrogen Powertrain BMW's Strategy & Commitment BMW is strongly committed to hydrogen fuel cell technology as an alternative to gas powered car and electric vehicles.  There are two key reasons:  hydrogen powered cars are zero emissions and require zero charge times.  In fact, BMW has unveiled images of the powertrain for its BMW i Hydrogen NEXT. Future of Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology The future of hydrogen fuel cell technology is big but the infrastructure to sustain it needs to be in place for a big takeoff.  Here are BMW's perspectives on what is needed to make this zero emissions technology go mass market: Production of sufficient quantities of hydrogen for hydrogen fuel cells at a competitive price using GREEN electricity Hydrogen fuel cell tech starting in long distance, heavy duty transport that can't be electrified Extensive networks of hydrogen fueling stations in Europe to start. Hydrogen World BMW is

WHAT'S UP THERE IN SPACE?

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SpaceX Crew Dragon & ISS Source:  NASA ISS 2 US Astronauts Hop Onboard ISS This past weekend SpaceX Crew Dragon with US astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley onboard made it to the International Space Station.  It's an historic accomplishment for a private company and NASA.  The two astronauts will be up there for up to three months doing scientific experiments and celestial observations. What's Up There? To learn about the big, upcoming space missions of the 2020's including NASA and SpaceX plans, check out journalist Edward Kane's book "Space 2020's: What's Up There?" Until June 2 at 11AM ET, it's on sale as an Amazon Countdown Deal.   The link is  ASIN: B087DV4DZ6 To view Ed's  Amazon bookshelf of books, go to amazon.com/author/ekane   I co-authored the books with Ed.

SPACEX CREW DRAGON DOCKS AT ISS SAFELY

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Huge Wins for SpaceX & NASA Source:  SpaceX Historic Space Travel Firsts History was made on May 30, 2020 when a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida with 2 US astronauts, Robert Behnken and Douglas Hurley, strapped onboard the SpaceX spacecraft Crew Dragon.  Within 12 minutes, Crew Dragon separated from the rocket and hurtled into space to rendezvous with the International Space Station (ISS).  Next day, May 31, 2020, Crew Dragon autonomously docked with the ISS. The docking happened 19 hours after launch. Crew Dragon used 12 separate latches to create an air locked seal between Dragon and the ISS for the 2 US astronauts to go onboard the ISS and join 3 other astronauts - 2 Russians and 1 American, already there.  History was made by SpaceX, NASA and the two brave, US astronauts.  SpaceX had never carried humans into space before this. Crew Dragon is an autonomous space vehicle that the astronauts can also do some fly time in.  The

SOLAR POWERED CARS

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Squad Mobility's Solar Cars to Debut in Europe Source:  Squad Mobility Green, Sustainable Driving Amsterdam-based Squad Mobility has invented a solar powered, 2 seat mini electric car.  Called the Squad Solar City Car, it's getting ready to go on the market in Europe.  The vehicle comes in two versions.  A L6e model can go up to 28 mph.  And, the L7 model can accelerate up to 50 mph.  These electric vehicles are not designed for highway driving.  They're designed for driving city streets and country roads. Roof Top Solar Panels The solar panels are mounted on the roof so charging can be done inexpensively or even for free with sunshine only.  The company is taking pre-orders.  The price is $6,330.  First deliveries will start in late 2021.  The vehicle size is 21.5 square feet.  4 of the EVs can fit into a parking spot designed for a SUV.  The vehicle has seat belts, a roll cage for additional safety, air conditioning and removeable doors.  The company says i

E-SCOOTERS, REMOTE CONTROL DELIVERY/RETURN

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Micromobility: Shared, Remote-Controlled, E-Scooters Source:  Curiosity Labs at Peachtree Crossings, GA First Commercial Operation:  Suburban Atlanta, GA  The world's 1st, remote-controlled electric scooters are now available for rent in suburban Atlanta, GA.  It's the first remote controlled, shared electric scooter service to start commercial operations in the US.  100 scooters are now in service and being remotely controlled by teleoperators in Mexico City. High Tech, Green Scooters The scooters are 4 wheelers, with two training wheels under the scooter deck to provide better balance.  They're bulkier than the average two-wheel scooter and have extra components attached to their handlebars and deck.  The technology includes data sensors and live streaming cameras. Human Controlled at a Great Distance The scooters are controlled by teams of employees in Mexico City - 1700 miles away from Atlanta.  The teleoperators use technology including a live feed from

BARGAIN SPACE TRIPS

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"SPACE 2020'S: WHAT'S UP THERE?" by Edward Kane Source:  NASA Source:  Amazon Kindle Amazon Countdown Deep Discount For a bargain price, you can buy a ride on a spaceship to the top space missions of the 2020's through journalist Edward Kane's book "Space 2020: What's Up There?".  The regular price is $6.99.  The Amazon Countdown Deal offers it at $3.99 through 11AM ET this morning.  Then, it's priced at $4.99 through 11AM ET Tuesday and thereafter returns to the regular price.  It's your bargain ticket to space in the 2020's.  Here's the link ASIN: B087DV4DZ6 I co-authored the book with Ed. amazon.com/author/ekane

TILT-WING eVTOL:Chopper/Plane

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ASX Technologies MOBi-One - New Flying Tech Source:  ASX Technologies Tilt Wing Concept Electric vertical take off and landing vehicles (cVTOLs) are one of the hottest sectors of the aviation industry.  ASX Technologies and its MOBi-One eVTOL are taking a radically different approach to flying.  MOBi-One is using a tilt-wing concept that goes back to the 1960s.  The tilt-wing approach enables the EV to take off and land like a helicopter and fly like a plane.  The vehicle is capable of take-offs and landings in a back yard or on an office building roof. Flying Against the Wind In a sense, ASX Technologies is flying against the wind of the eVTOL industry.  The rest of the contenders, including Uber and Hyundai, are using tilt rotors.  The rotors move in different directions but the wings stay fixed.  According to ASX executives, there are many benefits from the tilt-wing approach: less moving parts on the vehicle more aerodynamic efficiency more reliable performance s