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Reserve Energica the first Italian electric motorcycle

TWords — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 18:39:47 +0000

Innovation and entrepreneurial genius from the manufacturer of Modena have led to the creation of ENERGICA, the first Italian electric streetbike. ENERGICA represents the first model of electric motorcycle made-in-Italy. ENERGICA comes from the passion and experience of CRP Group that has faced the challenge of changing habits. They have used the finest technology in order to design a future eco-friendly vehicle with high performance. It is not by chance that this ambitious project was carried out in Modena, the homeland of the Italian Motor Valley famous worldwide for the luxury sportcars that are produced in that territory.

Energica and Ampera at Energica Trophy in Modena

TWords — Sun, 13 May 2012 02:58:19 +0000

On 21th June the new racetrack of Modena (Italy) will host the first event dedicated to electric two-wheels, organized by CRP. A venue that will transform the homeland of Italian motor valley in a festival dedicated to sustainable technology applied to powerful motorcycles. The eCRP, the electric vice-world champion racebike will be on track at the Modena circuit while Energica, the electric streetbike can be seen in the paddock of the circuit. Confindustria Modena and Motor Valley have given their patronage to the event in order to reinforce the importance of it for the local territory. Among the partners there will be the dealer of Modena Renostar that will provide the first European electric car, the Opel Ampera.

Project for a new electric motorbike from the italian eCRP

TWords — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 13:00:37 +0000

eCRP, the spin-off of CRP Racing, is a new project - NextGen Superbike - for a street motorbike with electric propulsion. This is an innovative project and the aim is to create a motorbike that is close to the environment and needs of people, in order to give them adrenaline and fun.

Using fat to make biofuel

TWords — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:30:00 +0000

The engineers from North Caroline State University have developed a new biofuel technology to turn any fat source into fuel that can be used for powering jet airplanes. Any form of oil can be used for the production of fuel like vegetable oils, animal fat and even from algae. The technology used here in the creation of the fuel is called Centia which means "green power" in Latin. NC State has received provisional patents for the process of converting fats into jet fuels and for additives in cold weather biodiesel fuels. Researchers of the process claim that besides being "100 percent green" this technology has its advantages over other biofuel projects as any lipid based feedstock or raw material with a fat source can be used for converting into fuel...

Using horse muck as a form of energy

TWords — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:58:26 +0000

Horse owners own horses for many reasons like for transportation, as a hobby or for racing purposes. However not many people have really known that horse waste can be the base for an invaluable and renewable source of energy too. With the need for new sources of energy to fuel vehicles and provide electricity growing everyday, researchers have found some good news in being able to produce energy from horse muck. It is the company Global Greeven Solutions Inc., and the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association that have been conducting negotiations to start the company Florida Greensteam Equine Energy LLC...

Wiring a home for Solar Electric Power

TWords — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:38:49 +0000

Solar energy is one of the more sought after sources of energy in the market today. With solar energy, air pollution is reduced as there are no fumes that are emitted while working with solar energy. Moreover, solar energy is available for free; where you only have to pay for the solar energy system, its installation and wiring. The wiring of a home that is to run on solar electric power has to be done by a skilled person, and with care to ensure that electric devices and appliances in the solar powered home are used safely. [More...] However if you intend to plan or design a solar home, it is better to do so after understanding the process of getting solar power from the solar cells and panels to the outlets and appliances found in your house...

Use your booze as your future fuel

TWords — Wed, 06 May 2009 00:43:22 +0000

Till date, all types of alcoholic drinks, or booze as they are commonly called, are produced only with the intention of drinking for socializing, fun, recreation and to drown one’s sorrows. However the researchers of Abertay’s School of Contemporary Science have found a different and more beneficial use for alcoholic drinks. The researchers here have been awarded the prestigious Carnegie Trust Research Grant to help them in the investigation of turning the residues that are found in the production of beer and whisky, into a form of renewable biofuel...

The manufacturing process of Windmills

TWords — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 23:16:20 +0000

Windmills are used to harness the power of the wind to produce electricity. Usually windmills are erected using pre-made parts, on site. The basic fan type windmill consists of the tower, gearbox and fan. Tower parts are usually made of galvanized steel using a roll of coiled sheet metal that is put on a de-spooling device to be fed to the production line. The sheets are run under a straightener to remove twists and kinks and then cut to the right size and shape. sometimes the pieces may be placed on a machine to roll and weld seams wherein its ends are passed under a crimping machine to be moved to the finishing station...

Use thin layer solar cells to get a much more cheaper form of green power

TWords — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 22:31:49 +0000

Solar energy is a well established form of renewable energy. However with the present solar cells being rather thick, the cost of solar energy systems prove to be rather expensive for anyone to invest in, and use. This is why researchers and experts in Durham University are busy developing thin layer solar cells. These experts are trying to develop light absorbing materials that can be used for the production of thin layered, solar photovoltaic cells. These cells are used to convert the light energy from the sun into electricity...

Thin Solar Cells for cheaper Green Power

TWords — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 21:57:13 +0000

Scientists have now working on developing light absorbing materials that can be used in the production of thin-layer photovoltaic (PV) cells. These PV cells are used for converting light energy into electricity. This research involves the scientists conducting experiments while using different materials that are less expensive and more sustainable for the manufacture of solar panels...