Register for free to join our community of investors and share your ideas. You will also get access to streaming quotes, interactive charts, trades, portfolio, live options flow and more tools.
Register for free to join our community of investors and share your ideas. You will also get access to streaming quotes, interactive charts, trades, portfolio, live options flow and more tools.
http://neahpower.com/pdfs/Neah-Power-Formic-Acid-Reformer-White-Paper.pdf
Neah is in preliminary discussions with other fuel cell companies to license the reformer technology for
certain grid scale applications. Neah is also actively exploring partnerships with automobile
manufacturers to implement this technology for point source of hydrogen generation for automotive
fuel cells. In parallel, Neah is developing stand-alone systems for back-up power for a variety of
applications as well as integrated solutions for a variety of remote monitoring systems. The table below
demonstrates the capability of the reformer technology, and can be used as a guideline for design
purposes.
Check the white paper
The fuel-cell range extender concept may be starting gain a bit of traction.
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1089920_fedex-follows-french-lead-tests-hydrogen-fuel-cell-range-extenders
La Poste--the French postal service--will test hydrogen range-extenders in three Renault Kangoo ZE small electric delivery vans.
These "HyKangoo" vans feature 5-kilowatt fuel-cell stacks from Paris-based Symbio FCell; they fitunder the vehicles' cargo floors and should roughly double their range.
The "HyKangoo" vans are expected to begin testing by March.
The French hydrogen range extenders are also expected to be beneficial to battery life, as deep discharge cycles can be avoided.
Waste heat from the stack can also be used to warm the cabin, further reducing the load on the battery.
FedEx has one of the largest alternative-fueled vehicle fleets in the world, and Nissan e-NV200 electric delivery vans are far from the only green vehicles it is testing.
The delivery giant will soon put 20 electric delivery trucks on the road with hydrogen fuel-cell range extenders designed by fuel-cell developer Plug Power, Hydrogen Fuel News reports (via EV World).
The project--which is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy--will make FedEx's electric delivery trucks capable of a wider variety of tasks.
The stock lithium-ion battery packs provide a range of roughly 80 miles per charge, but FedEx hopes the Plug Power fuel-cell range extenders will double the range of the delivery trucks.
How would I know..when the Agora video is scheduled. I would imagine the pairing of the fuel cell the batteries and the solar panel chargers are all interrelated. I not worry about artificial deadlines but rather the increasing value added by the latest news..although the seem to have taken their own market survey to heart...(see below) which if they are correct would make for sound investing at these levels..
The now seem to have on board the correct personnel that are working on it or have worked on it.. and found a way to compensate those involved for their efforts.. I would also imagine that the pairing of the elements scales up for the buzz cell for scooter drones and autos..they could be waiting on the balance of the patents to protect their IP... I thought is was strange that they commissioned the IP appraisal but it may have a variety of uses internally. When the report below was written there were 4 patents pending the 10k said 8 now the 8k says 6 so I would guess they have to wait on the patent office...
Reduced Litigation Exposure
Because Neah Power’s technology relating to DMFC is unique to the company, they run little risk of
interfering or contravening other DMFC patents or processes that might be held or employed by other
companies.
For all intents and purposes, there is a much larger competing market, and that is the massive battery market.
http://consiliumglobalresearch.com/consilium_PDFs/NPWZ_Initiation_9-10-2014.pdf
September 10, 2014
x The company has developed unique and proprietary fuel
cell technologies that can generate electric power for
much longer periods than conventional batteries. This
prolonged power capability is well suited to portable
applications and, of considerable importance, the
technology also allows the fuel cell to operate in airless
environments. The company has 14 patents and four
that are pending.
x For several years the company has been grossly
undercapitalized. In addition, a premature listing has
excluded numerous avenues of potential financing.
Fortunately, the company has very little debt. Regular
injections of capital have allowed for the continuation of
research development and, more recently, the pursuit of
commercial initiatives.
x The Company is involved in product development
programs and project discussions with the U.S. Navy,
several leading defense contractors and the DRDO of
India. In the past, some of these entities have from time
to time provided the Company with project grants.
x Importantly, the company’s newly introduced Buzzbar™
product, a highly versatile small device power recharger,
is now in production and offers the promise of immediate,
significant revenue generation.
x An independent group valued the company’s fuel cell IP
in the range of $800 million to $1.6 billion, but we scaled
this back using conservative assumptions to a range of
$46.9 million to $117.7 million. That same research group
estimates that stationary fuel cell markets will grow from
$1.2 billion in 2013 to $14.3 billion in 2020.
Valuation Summary
http://consiliumglobalresearch.com/consilium_PDFs/NPWZ_Initiation_9-10-2014.pdf
Table 8
This sum of the parts approach produces a present value of all of the company’s intellectual assets and
tax loss carry-forwards of $117.7 million.
In our second, more practical approach, we estimated the company’s likely revenue progression over the
next two years and calculated a revenue achievement of $14.5 million which, when a 3x revenue multiple
is applied, produces a value of approximately $43.5 million which, discounted at a 15% annual discount
rate over two years produces a base value of $32.9 million. Add in the tax loss carry-forwards estimated
value of $14 million and a total value of $46.9 million can be calculated. Currently the company is trading
with an enterprise value of about $14.4 million.
The steep discount from our valuation calculations is almost certainly attributed to the enduring
inability of the company to generate revenues and the generally disappointing history of fuel cell
investments. Investing at this time before real commercial corroboration takes place has its obvious
risks, but it will not take long to respond positively if any of the pending customer discussions translate to
real material engagements. It is understandable, however, why the market is taking a “show me” attitude
towards this company and its stock.
____________________________________________
Management
Dr. Chris D'Couto, President and Chief Executive Officer
Dr. D'Couto brings more than fifteen years of sales, marketing and product development experience to
Neah Power. In his previous roles of increasing responsibility at Intel Corporation, Novellus Systems and
FormFactor Inc. he was responsible for the introduction of new, dynamic products that were critical to the
success of these companies. Dr. D’Couto is the primary author of various patents, has published
extensively in peer reviewed journals and has been the invited keynote speaker at various forums. He
has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering from Clarkson University, NY, and an MBA from the Haas School of
Business, University of California, Berkeley.
Assessment of Neah Power IP Value $MM
Present Value of US and India Military Markets $60.00
Present Value of US and India EV Markets: $10.70
Present Value of US and India Stationary FC Markets: $31.00
Value of BuzzBar™ Suite of Products: $2.00
Tax Loss Carryforwards: $14.00
Total: $117.70
Neah Power still has to prove to investors that its commercialization efforts are actually gaining traction.
Management has indicated that its efforts along these lines are bearing fruit and that it is only a matter of
time before a genuine flow of revenues unfolds. Shipments have already been made to the DRDO in
India which will lead to payments within the next few months, and other situations cited are very close to
kicking in.
We offer the following summary of the company’s IP in combination with some other value elements as a
reasonable compendium to measure the company’s latent value.
Table 8
This sum of the parts approach produces a present value of all of the company’s intellectual assets and
tax loss carry-forwards of $117.7 million.
In our second, more practical approach, we estimated the company’s likely revenue progression over the
next two years and calculated a revenue achievement of $14.5 million which, when a 3x revenue multiple
is applied, produces a value of approximately $43.5 million which, discounted at a 15% annual discount
rate over two years produces a base value of $32.9 million. Add in the tax loss carry-forwards estimated
value of $14 million and a total value of $46.9 million can be calculated. Currently the company is trading
with an enterprise value of about $14.4 million.
The World’s Lightest Strongest Powersports Batteries™
http://shoraipower.com/products
Shorai LFX are based on a completely different chemistry. Not only do they have less than 1/3 the internal resistance per capacity than do lead-acid, they are also the ultimate "deep-cycle" battery. The internal "completely discharged" capacity of a Shorai LFX is 1/3 the rated "PBeq" capacity. For example, the LFX18 12V series have 6Ah cells internally. But the cells are capable of 80% discharge without damage and while retaining more cranking ability. As such, the USABLE capacity(or "reserve capacity") of an LFX18 12V battery is on or very near par with 18AHr-rated lead acid batteries, while providing superior cranking performance and a vast reduction in weight. The Shorai PBeq AHr (lead-acid equivalent) rating system therefore allows users to compare a very different technology from lead-acid, but on a close apples-to-apples basis when making a choice.
Looks like battery sales revenue combined with fuel cells and solar panels..and fuel cartridges going forward..
http://www.batterymart.com/c-shorai-batteries.html?gclid=CPLprt2Uh8MCFVNp7AodJhkA0A
Shorai Lithium Iron Racing Batteries
Introducing the ultimate in light-weight, high-cranking batteries: Lithium Iron (LiFePO4) Motorcycle batteries from Shorai. This new, patented technology is the evolution of powersports and racing batteries. If you're looking for the best, most powerful battery for your application, look no further than the batteries here.
Ultra-light with massive cranking power, these batteries can take pounds off your vehicles total weight and improve performance. Check out our Shorai FAQ for some of the more common questions, such as how to install your Shorai battery..
Why should I switch to a Shorai Battery?
Ultra light: As light as one fifth the weight of lead-acid batteries on average
Zero sulfation, for longer service life
Holds unloaded charge for one year without maintenane
Military spec Carbon Composite Casece
Faster cranking for better starts
Frequently Asked Questions
What is lithium iron? How does it differ from other lithium types, such as lithium-ion?
Lithium iron batteries are a type of rechargeable batteries, and is technically a lithium-ion battery. So, they are very similar to lithium-ion, except they use a different cathode material, which they are named for. Typical lithium-ion batteries used in consumer electronics use lithium cobalt oxide (LiCoO2) cathodes, while Shorai batteries use lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4, also called LFP).
The short answer is a lithium-ion battery has higher performance, but lithium-iron batteries are less sensitive to temperature extremes. This increase protection against heat makes lithium iron preferable in applications like motorcycles.
What makes Shorai LFX different from other batteries?
Shorai proprietary lithium iron prismatic cells contain no poisonous lead, no dangerous acid, and do not create explosive gases during charge, as traditional Lead-Acid batteries do. Shorai batteries are extremely light, in many cases weighing in at less than half the total weight of their AGM equivalents. They have a much lower self-discharge rate, do not sulfate (more on this below-- see "Can I use a Lead-Acid battery charger or maintainer?"), and are environmentally friendly.
You may have seen other companies that offer lithium-iron based power-sports batteries. But, all except Shorai uses cylindrical cells originally made for power tool applications. These are inferior to Shorai's Prismatic batteries, for several reasons.
Cylindrical cells only come in one size, limiting the possible shapes and sizes for starter batteries. This causes the battery fit to be poor, as the batteries are commonly too wide or too tall. Shorai prismatic cells are free to be designed to fit the size requirements of the battery case. This allows Shorai to make their batteries to drop-in perfectly to make vehicles. If cases where the battery made be slightly smaller, high-density, adhesive-backed foam shims are included in your packaging. These are easy to apply to insure a perfect "as original" fit, without the hassle of saws, cutting torches, or duct tape
Power tool cells may crank a vehicle successfully, but they were not intended for high current discharges in starter systems. This causes the batteries to wear out more and more with each start, and the cranking performance will suffer. The Shorai battery, in comparison, has been designed from the ground up to be a power-sports starter battery with a long lifespan and high performance, under an array of temperatures. They've been used in some extreme projects, such as aircraft, electromagnetic rail gun research, and submarines, to name a few.
Quality control. Every Shorai battery is built in their own ISO 9000:2008 certified factory. The primary ingredients are sourced from Taiwan, which allows production of the most consistent and reliable cells. Every cell goes from quality control and matching over a six-week period. This testing is up to four times longer than normal and is expensive, but it definitely shows in the product.
How does Shorai CCA compare to lead-acid?
CCA ratings are a way lead-acid makers have tried to convey starting power. Unfortunately, they are generally based on a "half-nominal-voltage" delivery. That is, at their CCA spec, you can expect 7.2 volt delivered, at best; and 7.2V isn't useful, as you won't start a vehicle with it...
CCA ratings aren't about actually drawing that much current from a battery. The typical vehicle which uses a 200A CCA-rated battery, for example, will only draw 45A~80A from the battery. What the CCA rating really intends to convey is how much voltage will be delivered. Higher CCA rated batteries will delivery more voltage at the same actual cranking current. Shorai batteries are rated to deliver 9V for a 5-second crank at the CCA rated current. At actual cranking currents (which are always well below CCA), Shorai batteries deliver up to two volts more than an equivalent-CCA-rated lead acid battery.
Can I use a Lead-Acid battery charger or maintainer?
Yes. HOWEVER, you may NOT use a charger if it has an automatic "desulfation mode", which cannot be turned off. But, since Shorai batteries do not have issues with sulphation, lacking this feature on your charger will not be a problem.
The optimal charger we offer at BatteryMart.com is Deltran's 12 Volt, 1.25 Amp Battery Tender (Model 021-0128).
I hear that lithium crank poorly when it gets cold, is that right?
Lithium do increase in resistance more as temperature drops, compared to lead-acid. However, they also react to cranking under cold conditions in a much better way. Lead-acid will increase resistance on each subsequent cranking attempt, until it won't turn over. If your LFX fails to start the engine on first crank, that first crank has warmed the battery, and the second attempt will be much stronger, and so on until you get a good start.
Shorai LFX are much better in cold-weather conditions than other-brand lithium starter batteries, due to our extreme-rate formulation with low resistance. Down to about 20 degrees Fahrenheit (-7C) most users find that they can start normally on first crank. If your headlight comes on at key-ON, it is good for the batteries to flow some current before cranking in cold weather. The suggested headlight-on time before cranking depends on the temperature. If starting at 40f (5C), 30 seconds will help wake the battery and increase cranking performance. If at 0f (-17C), leave the lights on for 4~5 minutes before cranking. The result will be a better first crank, and longer battery life. Any other accessories that can be turned on before cranking can also be used for this purpose, such as heated gear, radio, etc...
Do you have any tips for installing Shorai batteries?
Shorai has put together a guide and a video for installing their batteries. You can find the guide and a printer-friendly, downloading PDF here.
-.0109 with 9.66 million shares..67.69 percent
.0095 9.201 million shares, not a bad day...46.15%
What if the Deal in India is something completely top secret..fuel cells for another purpose....
I can picture the drone with the battery and fuel cell, solar cell power back....
The Tesla idea is ok...I want it to take off like a scooter.and fly like a drone...The buzz cell was only priced at a few hundred dollars ...they will sell millions... total sales could be more that the number of high end cars...although I think they are still working the fuel cell as a range extender for more than one BEV and the whole concept of the google or amazon drone with the fuel cell and the batteries with a solar charger....is great..
It would be my guess that Shorai is making the batteries for The Silent Falcon and would not be surprise to find out they manufactured the the buzz bar and solar panels...as they were from California as well...
“Shorai is poised for a leap in growth, and we are thrilled to have the backing and technology of Neah Power Systems to help drive our success. In the very near term, Shorai will introduce exciting new control technology in 2015 to increase our lead in lithium power battery performance. Also near production is an all-new Shorai product that addresses wider markets in motorcycle, automotive and military sales channels. Going forward Shorai manufacturing, distribution, and marketing expertise will complement Neah’s patented fuel cell technologies, and together open a wide range of sales opportunities in the defense, commercial and consumer markets. The match has very clear synergies which will foster products and profitability for both companies, far beyond what either could accomplish alone.
The press release says 6 pending patents the 10k said 8 maybe 2 are now complete..
The one of the first companies going way back was an Indian scooter company...so this is right back to the beginning...makes sense the the DRDO India needs something other than oil...
Neah Power Systems, Inc.
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FOR THE PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
We have an intellectual property portfolio consisting of 14 issued patents, [color=red][/color]8[color=red][/color] patents pending, that are being developed and various trade secrets for our proprietary technology. We use a unique, patented and award winning, silicon-based design for our Powerchip™ micro fuel cells that enable higher power densities, lower cost and compact form-factors. The PowerChip™ technology has been recognized for both its innovativeness and its application potential from noted sources including the 2012 ZINO Green finalist, the 2010 WTIA finalist, 2010 Best of What’s New Popular Science and other awards.
Strategy and Current Business
In the press release it says 6 patents pending...the 10k says 8 may two are complete?
Neah Power Systems, Inc.
ANNUAL REPORT ON FORM 10-K FOR THE PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2014
We have an intellectual property portfolio consisting of 14 issued patents, 8 patents pending, that are being developed and various trade secrets for our proprietary technology. We use a unique, patented and award winning, silicon-based design for our Powerchip™ micro fuel cells that enable higher power densities, lower cost and compact form-factors. The PowerChip™ technology has been recognized for both its innovativeness and its application potential from noted sources including the 2012 ZINO Green finalist, the 2010 WTIA finalist, 2010 Best of What’s New Popular Science and other awards.
Strategy and Current Business
I am encouraged by the recent email...sent to me Timely...that's a first..
Neah Power Systems Agrees to Acquire Shorai, the Leading High Performance, Lithium-ion Power Starter Battery Company
Acquisition enables customer focused product offerings
Bothell, WA (January 8, 2015) – Neah Power Systems, Inc. (OTCQB: NPWZ) an emerging leader in fuel cell-based power generation and lithium ion-based storage solutions for the unmanned aerial vehicles (defense and commercial), military, transportation and portable electronics industries, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to merge with Shorai, Inc., a leading provider of lithium ion-based power sports and starter battery solutions for the consumer motorsport industry. This merger is expected to be immediately accretive with Shorai reporting over $4.0 million (unaudited) revenue in for the twelve months ended December 2014 and was cash flow positive for the fourth quarter of 2014. The combined organization, which will be called Neah Power Systems, will deliver a comprehensive suite of alternative energy power generation and storage solutions through a diverse portfolio of proprietary technologies, which include 12 patents and 6 patents pending.
Chris D’Couto, Neah Power’s Chief Executive Officer said, “Our customers, whether defense, commercial or consumer, want to see integrated power solutions that uses best of breed technologies in order to meet their mission critical needs. Completing this merger allows us to create product, operational and marketing, synergies to meet these customer needs. With the Formira Hydrogen on DemandTM and BuzzBar® Suite products generating a lot of commercial and consumer interest, this merger allows us to create compelling total solutions. We intend to update on the various product segments in more detail in the coming weeks.”
David Radford, CEO of Shorai, Inc stated, “Shorai is poised for a leap in growth, and we are thrilled to have the backing and technology of Neah Power Systems to help drive our success. In the very near term, Shorai will introduce exciting new control technology in 2015 to increase our lead in lithium power battery performance. Also near production is an all-new Shorai product that addresses wider markets in motorcycle, automotive and military sales channels. Going forward Shorai manufacturing, distribution, and marketing expertise will complement Neah’s patented fuel cell technologies, and together open a wide range of sales opportunities in the defense, commercial and consumer markets. The match has very clear synergies which will foster products and profitability for both companies, far beyond what either could accomplish alone.”
Could be waiting on one of 6 patents... before going public...
Perhaps they have reached a milestone that the expect payment from...
The have spoken with many firms perhaps one is going pay off..
This seems new as well...
For more information please contact David Waldman
Crescendo Communications LLC
Phone: +1 (212) 671-1021 Email: npwz@crescendo-ir.com
Seems more changes are forth coming....
Investor Relations & Strategic Consulting
Both privately-held companies and publicly-traded ones face a similar set of challenges to their growth trajectory, profitability and corporate reputation. These challenges include branding, operational efficiencies, funding for business expansion and public perception. Through an integrated set of related services, Crescendo Communications helps companies to realize their full potential.
Our goal at Crescendo is to minimize our clients’ cost of capital by helping them access capital and attain a market valuation that coincides with the performance of the company.
Company Overview
Crescendo Communications, LLC was founded in 2006 and takes a holistic approach to business that is unique in its perspective and implementation of services required by companies with visionary, goal-oriented management teams. We work with both private and publicly-traded growth companies in the U.S. as well as emerging markets.
We are driven by the excitement generated by new ideas, products and services and in being at the forefront of their introduction into the marketplace. Our extensive network of opportunistic investors share this excitement and are exceptionally receptive to companies we bring their way. We have cultivated these relationships over many years and believe our network is second to none.
Our efforts on behalf of our clients are often focused on one key goal: to lower the cost of capital by formulating and implementing comprehensive marketing initiatives that can help improve sales, increase profitability, and expand market awareness, thereby enhancing shareholder value. Our value-building initiatives are also of great benefit to private companies.
In emerging markets as well, especially China, Russia and the former CIS, Crescendo has deep relationships with companies across a broad range of industries. We help U.S. companies identify global investment opportunities in these regions and conduct our own extensive due diligence. We also assist companies in emerging markets to access capital within the U.S.
Neufville,brings alot to the group...
Dr. John de Neufville, the Eutectix CEO, said, “Following our successful negotiations with Great Western Minerals Group, I am pleased to announce the transfer of the excellent team and all the manufacturing equipment from Great Western Technologies into our new company
GWG and Toyota Tsusho Corporation Sign LOI
posted on Jul 21, 09 06:05AM
Great Western Minerals Group and Toyota Tsusho Corporation Sign Letter of Intent to Cooperate on Exploration Projects
SASKATOON, SASKATCHEWAN AND NAGOYA, JAPAN--(Marketwire - July 21, 2009) - Great Western Minerals Group Ltd. (TSX VENTURE:GWG) (PINK SHEETS:GWMGF) and Toyota Tsusho Corporation (Tokyo Stock Exchange - "8015T"; Nagoya Stock Exchange - "8015NG") are pleased to announce that both Companies have signed a non-binding letter of intent (the "Letter of Intent) to examine the merits of jointly conducting exploration and development activities on certain of Great Western Minerals' existing projects (the "Proposed Transactions").
Under the terms of the Letter of Intent, Toyota Tsusho Corporation ("TTC") and Great Western Minerals Group ("GWMG") will discuss possibilities for the Douglas River and Benjamin River exploration projects. TTC will have an exclusivity provision in these discussions for a six month period.
These two projects are of particular interest to TTC since the mineralization of these two properties appears to be significantly enriched in the "heavy" rare earth elements ("HREE"). The HREE are high value products that are critical to the manufacture of high-temperature magnets used in electric motors for a wide range of applications including hybrid vehicles and for phosphors used in LCD and plasma flat panel displays.
As reported in the GWMG's news release dated January 7, 2009, assays from previous sampling of the vein material on the Benjamin River property varied from 0.6% total rare earth oxide ("TREO") to 1.0 % TREO with over 30% HREE by proportion, including yttrium. Historic trench sampling of the Douglas River property in northern Saskatchewan yielded REE grades of up to 10% yttrium with accompanying high grades of HREE including dysprosium with grades up to 0.89% representing over 99% HREE and yttrium by proportion.
Toyota Tsusho Corporation, headquartered in Nagoya, Japan, is the sole trading company of the Toyota Group
Interesting reading from 2010...
http://www.nr.gov.nl.ca/mines&en/geosurvey/publications/CR2010/2010_Hinchey-J.pdf
Lots of people noted the potential...Red Cliff page 149 196 and sample reports.
http://gis.geosurv.gov.nl.ca/geofilePDFS/WBox022/002C_0129.pdf
John P. de Neufville purchased the ChemOvonics Division from ECD in 1986 and founded Voltaix, Inc. a high purity specialty gas business which was sold to Air Liquide America in 2013. Subsequently, he purchased the assets formerly associated with the GM-ECD JV that produced the then novel nickel-metal hydride batteries for GM’s first all-electric car, the EV-1, creating a new company, Eutectix, LLC, based in Troy, MI and currently serving as Eutectix’ CEO and Chief Scientist
Dr. John de Neufville, the Eutectix CEO, said, “Following our successful negotiations with Great Western Minerals Group, I am pleased to announce the transfer of the excellent team and all the manufacturing equipment from Great Western Technologies into our new company, Eutectix LLC. Our factory in Troy, Michigan will continue to supply a wide range of customized products and services designed to meet the requirements of current and future customers.”
http://rareearthinvestingnews.com/869-great-western-minerals-group-and-cornerstone-capital-resources-inc-sign-letter-of-intent.html
Toyota's current NiMH battery, which is a direct descendant of the original NiMH battery invented by Energy Conversion Devices, Inc., in the 1980s and licensed for manufacturing and use in vehicle propulsion to Toyota in the mid 1990s. It requires at least 12 kg (26 lbs) of the rare-earth metal, lanthanum, per Prius-sized battery. Today's Prius, utilizing such a battery, has a range of 500 miles on a 10.1 gallon tank of fuel at a top speed (capability) of over 90 miles per hour. Prius has very low emissions unmatched for its size, weight, and "cargo capacity (825 lbs)," until the recent introduction of 4-cylinder turbo-diesel-powered small cars by several European manufacturers. Reportedly the next generation Prius, due in 2009, will use a larger NiMH battery to achieve a fuel economy of 71 miles per gallon; it will require a battery made with 20 kg (44 lbs) of lanthanum.
Dudley Kingsnorth, arguably one of, if not , the world's leading authorities on the fundamentals and end uses of rare earth metals, has corresponded with me on these topics recently, and he has kindly permitted a quote from one of his emails;:
"Until recently lanthanum has been the 'poor cousin' of the rare earths - low priced and readily available - so it is probably coming as a shock to many ... catalyst producers and the petroleum refiners that they have to think/purchase more than 12 months out if they are to secure sufficient material."
http://www.resourceinvestor.com/2008/07/24/whats-the-play-in-lanthanum-ii-honda-is-joined-by
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.420771528208.187893.283084523208
Anomalous levels of the Light Rare Earth Elements (LREE) cerium and lanthanum, all present in Olympic Dam were not only detected in soils but also in rock samples as well in our Rusty Ridge property
. In addition, the soil geochemistry also produced anomalies in silver, gold & copper.
President and CEO Ken Stead stated, "This project will be very significant for the growth of the company if the defined targets at depth prove to be a multi-mineral ore body similar to that of the Olympic Dam, or any deposit for that matter. We know the targets are very intense and now we are ready to prove what they are by means of a series of deep drill holes."
Please note that Dudley and the author are in complete agreement as to the confusion of thinking and purchasing about and for only a short time into the future when it comes to industrial buyers steeped in the global free market fantasy spewed out by western business schools to their victims. In any case, Dudley continues:
"Toyota and Honda may well have a choice - simply put, if they corner the lanthanum market for their batteries
Lets not forgot David Barnes...CFO for Neah Power at one time was CFO for KATX..... very interesting....
The Monster is now open for business...
Nov 20 2014...
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/newfoundland-labrador/vale-province-celebrate-first-production-at-new-nickel-plant-in-long-harbour-1.2840691
The Deer Harbour claims located approximately 65 km south of Red Cliff cover a number of SSC copper showings hosted in similar reduced members of the Crown Hill Formation. Outcrop grab samples from the copper showings generally return between 0.1 and 1.6% Cu.
Giant Ore Deposits Look for speaker John Hinchey first speaker in the Americas section wait for his update in 2012 seems we are the last to know....
Notice David Lentz was seminar mod The same Blue Point horizon can be trace 65 miles to the South surely it can be trace 7 miles to the east....as all the Katx report say.... and for those that say there has not been so much as a rumor of a large copper find on the Bona Vista seem like this is more that a rumor....
Whatever John Hinchey and (KATX and Vale) found on the Bonivista....John gave a speach about it at the Giant Ore Deposit convention....page 9
John Hinchey | NEOPROTEROZOIC SEDIMENTARY HOSTED STRATIFORM COPPER MINERALIZATION – BONAVISTA PENINSULA, NEWFOUNDLAND, CANADA
#1. LISTED speach given about all discoverys in
North, Central and South America World Regions
Each of these sessions will showcase key mineral deposits in the respective geographical regions, new exploration successes and
research results.
http://www.alloccasionsgroup.com/upload/documents/IAGOD/IAGOD%20FULL%20PROGRAM(1).pdf
John spent sometime at Cornerstone when Ken and Tim were there
http://www.cornerstoneresources.com/i/pdf/Financials_AIF07.pdf
Quote:
SSC mineralization on the Bonavista Peninsula was first recognized by Cornerstone in late 1999 occurring in red and grey bed sequences of the Late Neoproterozioic Crown Hill Formation. Exploration work carried out on the Red Cliff property between 2000 and 2005 included geological mapping and prospecting, detailed stratigraphic and petrographic studies, geochemistry and geophysical surveys, and diamond drilling (9 holes totaling 1,596 m). This work resulted in the discovery of a number of new copper showings, the most significant being the Blue Point prospect in the northeast part of the property. Continuous chip sampling across the reduced mineralized zone and portions of the lower and upper red beds at Blue Point returned 0.54% Cu and 7.2 g/t Ag over 25.5 m, including 0.93% Cu and 13.02 g/t Ag over 13.5 m. In 2001 and 2002, the southwest strike extension of the Blue Point zone was drill tested, with two holes intersecting significant copper grades including 0.8% Cu and 7.7 g/t Ag over 9.69 m in hole RC-01-01 and 1.0% Cu and 12.1 g/t Ag over 14.25m in hole RC-01-02. Although other holes encountered narrower and weaker mineralized zones, the drilling confirmed very good continuity and thickness (30-37m) in the favourable reduced units which have been tested only over 3.5 km of their approximately 20 km total strike length.
The Deer Harbour claims located approximately 65 km south of Red Cliff cover a number of SSC copper showings hosted in similar reduced members of the Crown Hill Formation. Outcrop grab samples from the copper showings generally return between 0.1 and 1.6% Cu. The showings have received only limited prospecting, and none have been drill-tested.
I think it already done in deferred revenue. Someone is playing hide and seek
Neah seems to have Formira links...
The player are worldwide players..the buzz suite seems to be a worldwide product not a much need in US
BASF to work with Tekion Inc.
BASF and Mantra were working together now it .
in Japan, in addition to Panasonic
http://www.wvcoal.com/research-development/co2-to-formic-acid.html
Japan Converts CO2 to Formic Acid | Research & Development | News; "US Patent 7,479,570 - Process for the Reduction of Carbon Dioxide; 2009; Inventor: Seiji Ogo, et. al., Japan; Assignee: Japan Science and Technology Agency; Abstract: Carbon dioxide and water are mixed with an organometallic complex (of varied and specified compositions). This makes it possible to directly reduce carbon dioxide in water. Claims: A reducing process of carbon dioxide, comprising mixing carbon dioxide and water with an organometallic complex ... so as to reduce carbon dioxide so that formic acid or alkali salt thereof is formed";
other companies in Japan, in addition to Panasonic, have developed technologies for consuming Carbon Dioxide in the synthesis of, primarily and specifically, Formic Acid.
That might not sound like a particularly exciting product to be shooting for, since, if you bother to look up what the current primary uses of Formic Acid might be, one of it's major applications seems to be as a preservative for silage. There is a growing use for it in fuel cells, but those are energy applications somewhat limited in scope, currently. And, as we've documented in a few other reports, Formic Acid can actually serve in some technologies for the hydrogenation of Coal.
Those uses, and possible uses, of Formic Acid aside, there are other and much more intriguing ways in which it can be utilized that have earlier been suggested, but which remained undeveloped.
That is changing.
Some companies are now applying themselves to developing better technologies for the consumption and the much more profitable use of Formic Acid, as that Formic Acid might be derived from Carbon Dioxide.
Formic Acid, as we will see in some reports to follow, is being treated as an energy-efficient intermediate product in the transformation of Carbon Dioxide back into hydrocarbon fuels.
To that end, forward-looking and responsible companies, such as Japan's Panasonic Corporation, are focusing attention now on developing even better technologies, like the above-cited "United States Patent 7,479,570 - Process for the Reduction of Carbon Dioxide", for the consumption of Carbon Dioxide in the production of, specifically and primarily, Formic Acid.
As seen in, and as we attempt to explain in closing comment appended to, excerpts from the initial link in this dispatch to the very recent disclosure of yet another Panasonic Corporation technology for chemically "reducing" CO2:
"United States Patent 8,815,074 - Method for Reducing Carbon Dioxide
Not Neah but very similiar...its a question of scale...they can seem to keep up big back order...The Dr has done several white paper about remote power supply..
http://seekingalpha.com/article/2669245-hydrogenics-potential-is-still-there?page=2
Currently, the company is also working on a solution for clean fuel needs of transportation systems with large vehicles such as buses and trucks. As the technology improves, PEM energy storage electrolyzers keep getting smaller and more efficient. This allows the company to build a heavy duty fuel cell power module called Celerity. According to the company's management, these can be installed in certain hydrogen hubs located in bus terminals or other locations that are frequented by large buses and trucks, and allow them to refuel when needed. The existing fuel cells produced by the company were modified and became simpler, easier to integrate and maintain in order to address this need. This and several other products that are in development caused the company's research and development costs rise a little bit, but investors should not be too worried about that since this is a growth company that needs to differentiate its products and services from competitors in order to maximize gains for the investors.
Since several car companies are in the process of bringing fuel cell powered cars in the market, there will be an increased demand for hydrogen fueling stations. So far, Hydrogenics delivered 45 such stations around the world and the company expects to deliver many more in the coming quarters and years, as the demand for fuel cell powered vehicles increase.
The partner for the Northeast will be Air Liquide, whereas the California operator was First Element Fuel, a startup formed specifically to provide hydrogen for the upcoming crop of fuel-cell vehicles.
In May, Toyota loaned First Element $7.3 million toward the costs of building 19 hydrogen fueling stations in southern California.
The planned fueling network in the Northeast comprises 12 "strategically selected" locations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island.
http://www.greencarreports.com/news/1095492_2016-toyota-mirai-name-for-fuel-cell-sedan-hydrogen-station-funds-coming-for-northeast
John P. de Neufville purchased the ChemOvonics Division from ECD in 1986 and founded Voltaix, Inc. a high purity specialty gas business which was sold to Air Liquide America in 2013.[color=red][/color] Subsequently, he purchased the assets formerly associated with the GM-ECD JV that produced the then novel nickel-metal hydride batteries for GM's first all-electric car, the EV-1, creating a new company, Eutectix, LLC, based in Troy, MI and currently serving as Eutectix' CEO and Chief Scientist. His early research interests focused on materials for batteries, optical memory devices, and solar cells, prepared by sputtering, chemical vapor deposition and plasma deposition. At Exxon, John was a member of the team that developed a concept of selective remote sensing of uranyl minerals using laser induced fluorescence. At Voltaix he played a key role in scaling the synthesis of various molecules used for the chemical vapor deposition of insulating, semiconducting and conducting films for advanced integrated circuit and photovoltaic applications. John P.de Neufville holds a PhD. in applied physics and materials science from Harvard University and an M.S. in geology from Harvard University and a B.S. in geology from Yale University.
"We are very happy to have such an esteemed, successful entrepreneur and scientist join our Strategic Advisory Board," said Chris D'Couto, CEO Neah Power Systems, Inc. "He brings relevant experience both in semiconductor processing as well as battery energy storage and will be a valuable asset going forward in our commercialization and technology development efforts."
To enhance hydrogen storage capacity, research on alternative technologies such as chemical storage in the form of metal hydride, ammonia, ionic liquid, formic acid, carbon nanotubes and glass microspheres has been ongoing.
http://www.theicct.org/blogs/staff/hydrogen-transportation-gaining-momentum
In September, the six partners involved in the H2 mobility initiative in Germany (Air Liquide, Daimler, Linde, OMV, Shell and Total) agreed to expand the hydrogen infrastructure from the current 15 hydrogen filling stations to 100 filling stations by 2017 and to 400 filling stations by 2023. The infrastructure expansion project will cost $474 million and will provide at least 10 filling stations for each metropolitan area in Germany by 2023. In addition to Germany, H2 mobility initiatives have started in other European countries - the UK, France, Scandinavia, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Portugal.
Equally significant is the announcement of the second phase of Europe’s ‘Fuel Cells and Hydrogen (FCH) Joint Technology Initiative’ (JTI), a public-private partnership between the European Commission and EU industry. This initiative will invest $1.8 billion in the next 10 years to develop market-ready fuel cell and hydrogen technologies. The initiative aims to reduce fuel cell costs by 90%, increase fuel cell efficiency by 10%, and demonstrate the feasibility of large-scale renewable hydrogen production.
Air liquide and Mantra maybe connected.. and neah advisors have been to Japan and Korea..
Air Liquide Japan and Toyota Tsusho Corporation have signed a partnership agreement for a hydrogen supply business for fuel cell electric vehicles in Japan. According to this agreement, the two companies will establish a new JV company (Toyota Tsusho 51%, Air Liquide Japan 49%).
As a first step, the new company will build two hydrogen filling stations in Japan in the Aichi area (Atsuta in Nagoya and Fukada in Toyota city). Both will be intended for public use, to supply hydrogen for future fuel cell electric vehicles. These stations will be operational in 2014, to be ready when fuel cell vehicles are expected to reach the consumer market in 2015.
As the creation of a hydrogen supply infrastructure is one of the most critical factors for fuel cell vehicles to become public, the objective has been set in Japan: aiming for the installation of 100 hydrogen filling stations in and alongside the highways connecting four major cities (Tokyo, Nagoya, Osaka, Fukuoka) by 2015.
Air Liquide Group masters the entire hydrogen supply chain from production and storage to distribution and use by the end consumer. Based on this expertise, it has demonstrated leadership in public / private projects concerning hydrogen energy and fuel cell vehicles. The Group has already built more than 60 hydrogen filling stations for fuel cell vehicles in the world.
Toyota Tsusho is a major affiliate of Toyota Group focusing on its energy-related business.
NREL, GM announce R&D partnership to reduce cost of automotive fuel cells
Manufacturing Group | [color=red][/color]June 27, 2014
Share on facebookShare on twitterShare on emailShare on printMore Sharing Services
0
Multiyear, multimillion dollar effort to accelerate reduction through fuel cell material and manufacturing research and development.
NREL, GM announce R&D partnership to reduce cost of automotive fuel cells
Washington - The Energy Department's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and General Motors (GM) are partnering on a multiyear, multimillion dollar joint effort to accelerate the reduction of automotive fuel cell stack costs through fuel cell material and manufacturing research and development (R&D).
Most major automakers, including GM, have made significant progress in the development of fuel cell electric vehicles, but achieving commercial deployment with global impact will require further cost reductions.
"The goal of this partnership is to help advance fuel cell materials and manufacturing technologies that have the ability to result in improved performance and durability while also meeting cost targets," NREL Group Manager for Electrochemical Engineering & Materials Chemistry Bryan Pivovar said. "Collaborating with GM allows NREL the ability to leverage a knowledge and material base beyond what is publicly available, and ensure the most relevant research areas are being addressed as efficiently as possible."
"The Department of Energy has developed significant capability in fuel cell R&D, both in people and equipment, within the national lab system," Executive Director of GM's Fuel Cell Activities Charlie Freese said. "This arrangement provides the framework to efficiently apply the fundamental perspective and tools at NREL to address the real-world development challenges we are currently working to resolve."
NREL and GM will focus on critical next-generation fuel cell electric vehicle challenges, which include reducing platinum loading, achieving high power densities, understanding the implication of contaminants on fuel cell performance and durability, and accelerating manufacturing processes to achieve the benefits of increased economies of scale.
The work will be done under a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) between NREL and GM and takes advantage of NREL's state-of-the-art Energy Systems Integration Facility (ESIF). The effort includes staff collaboration and the exchange of equipment, knowledge, and materials.
"Within ESIF, more than 6,500 square feet of lab space has been custom built with the goal of supporting integrated efforts in fuel cell material and manufacturing research and development," NREL Associate Laboratory Director for Energy Systems Integration Bryan Hannegan said. Special features of the facility include hazardous material and gas handling capabilities and the infrastructure required to support a wide range of appropriate test conditions including integrated electrical, thermal, and hydrogen systems.
In July 2013, GM and Honda announced a long-term collaboration to co-develop next-generation fuel cell and hydrogen storage systems, aiming for potential commercialization in 2020. In addition, GM and Honda are working together with stakeholders to further advance refueling infrastructure, which is critical for the long-term viability and consumer acceptance of fuel cell vehicles.
Also, last year, GM opened a new state-of-the-art Fuel Cell Development Laboratory at GM Powertrain World Headquarters in Pontiac, Michigan. According to The Clean Energy Patent Growth Index, GM ranked No. 1 in total fuel cell patents granted in 2013, and continues to lead all companies in total fuel cell patents granted since 2002.
NREL's work on the project is funded by the Energy Department's Fuel Cell Technologies Office in the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
Revenue recognition The little something something is being delivered..
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/10-ka-neah-power-systems-inc-2014-01-10?page=2
In general, we recognize revenue when we have persuasive evidence of an arrangement, the services/goods have been provided or delivered to the customer, the price is fixed and determinable, no significant unfulfilled obligations exist, and collectability is reasonably assured. Revenue from research and development arrangements is recognized either (a) as performance is estimated to be completed which is based on factors such as costs or direct labor hours of the project, or (b) using the milestone method if the contractual milestones in the arrangement are determined to be substantive. Each research and development arrangement is analyzed to determine the appropriate revenue recognition method to be utilized. Estimates of performance completion are reviewed on a periodic basis and are subject to change, and changes could occur in the near term. If an estimate is changed, revenue could be impacted significantly. Payments received in excess of amounts earned are recorded as deferred revenue. At September 30, 2013 there is $10,601 of deferred revenue included in other liabilities on the consolidated balance sheet (none at September 30, 2012). Revenue from the sale of products is generally recognized after both the goods are shipped to the customer and acceptance has been received, if required. Our products are shipped complete and ready to be incorporated into higher-level assemblies by our customers.
Has any one found out More on Green World Trust?
Bothell's Neah Power aims to create buzz with fuel cells
They were built in house and they know they cost, so where are they being built now... and if they can do it for a phone for about 100 whats the cost for a car..
http://www.theheraldbusinessjournal.com/article/20140512/BIZ/140519768
The business, which operates out of a 6,600-square-foot facility in Bothell, is making a limited number of units of its first fuel cells.
“Our goal and intent with shipping out these first few generation-one units is to gather feedback from consumers.” D'Couto said. “We will then incorporate that feedback into the new generation-two units set to be available for pre-order in June of 2014.”
Neah Power is working with UMC Global Solutions out of Woodinville for design and manufacture of these first units. The company in the future could partner with larger companies like Telecom and Samsung Distribution Services, which has sent a letter of interest.
Battery power from DMFCs for consumer, military apps
This article was posted on 03/01/2010
BY CHRIS D’COUTO
Neah Power Systems, Bothell, WA
http://www.neahpower.com
Demand for long-running portable power has grown rapidly in the past few years. This has been largely driven by the explosion of consumer electronic devices such as laptops, mobile phones, and camcorders. Increased electronics usage by the military has also required improved, instantly rechargeable, mobile power solutions.
These devices have been historically powered by lithium-ion batteries. However, they have several well-known drawbacks, such as discharge rate, weight, safety concerns, disposal issues, and recharge capability.
Manufacturers are increasingly using fuel cells to replace Li-ion batteries. Fuel cells generate power by the electrochemical conversion of a fuel, which can be instantly replenished. For the portable power segment, direct methanol fuel cells (DMFCs) are the most promising solutions because they can be created in the most compact form-factor, methanol.
Fig. 1. Assembly of typical Neah fuel cell and its components.
DMFCs have historically depended on a proton exchange membrane (PEM), which uses air as a reactant. Although performance of PEM-based DMFCs has been improved since their introduction in the 1960s, they continue to have significant technical and commercial limitations. These include operating issues, water management issues, reliability, low power density and efficiency, size, and cost.
A new approach to DMFCs is being created that eliminates these drawbacks. The new design uses a porous silicon structure and liquid electrolyte that allows the fuel cell to operate in non-air-breathing environments, such as under water, and on long-duration missions, such as military engagements. It provides increased power density, a closed-system operation, and can be manufactured on existing semiconductor lines.
Limitations of PEM-based DMFCs
Like a battery, fuel cells have two electrodes, one negative and one positive. Fuel cells generate electricity by combining a fuel such as methanol at the negative electrode (the anode) with oxygen from air at the positive electrode (the cathode).
Electricity is produced from the chemical reaction that occurs when the fuel, catalyst, and electrolyte come together at a common point (the three-phase interface). Current DMFC designs create this three-phase interface at the surface of a polymer material called the PEM.
The PEM serves as a separator between the two electrical terminals in the fuel cell. Its solid lattice contains functional groups that help conduct protons. Since the functional groups are fixed in place and not available freely in liquid form, the only place for the production of electricity is at the surface of the PEM.
This limits the reaction zone to a facial or two-dimensional area, which restricts power output of the fuel cell because power scales with active area. Power densities are typically 60 to 80 mW/cm2. It also leads to several technical and commercial limitations, including the following.
Misappropriation of methanol
Methanol crossover is where the methanol passes from the anode through the PEM and reacts with the catalyst at the cathode. This reduces the voltage of the fuel cell and wastes methanol. While the use of diluted methanol minimizes crossover, it requires carrying additional water, which reduces the gravimetric energy density.
No efficient power density
Methanol-fueled PEM systems operate at about 25% efficiency due to limitations in the chemical reaction with methanol. In particular, methanol crossover reduces voltage and wastes fuel, decreasing efficiency. Since the PEM is two dimensional, increasing the power output to equal that of Neah’s fuel cell requires a proportional increase in surface area of approximately 2.25 to 3X. This combination of low efficiency and a 2D reaction zone yields low power density of 60 to 80 mW/cm2.
Vents water vapor
Controlling the moisture content is crucial for maximizing the power output of PEM-based DMFCs. Typically, PEMs require a specific level of hydration to perform acceptably. Some DMFC designs release excess water vapor into the air. This can be problematic given a fuel cell’s close proximity to the electronic devices it is powering. For some applications, such as military devices, venting water vapor is simply unacceptable.
Degrades in poor conditions
PEM-based DMFC performance can degrade over time. Since they require air as a reactant, toxics and contaminants in the air can poison the cathode. High humidity can cause the PEM to degrade or fail by limiting the intake of air, while low humidity can cause the PEM to crack and leak. Operating PEMs in a range of temperatures, humidity levels, shock levels, and vibration conditions can also degrade the PEM.
Increases manufacturing costs
Little progress has been made in the technological development of PEMs and PEM-based DMFCs. Few large manufacturers create PEMs, and most PEM-based DMFC makers have to purchase this component, rather than manufacture it in-house. This drives up infrastructure costs to build, test, and bring designs to market.
Si-based DMFCS: the new approach
A new approach is needed if DMFCs are to realize their potential for providing a high energy density, portable power source that can operate in a range of conditions, and be manufactured cost effectively.
The latest DMFC designs replace PEMs with a porous silicon electrode structure and use liquid electrolyte. This creates a 3D reaction zone that can generate higher power density. The fuel cell also uses liquid oxidant, rather than air; and methanol. This provides several advantages over PEM-based DMFCs, including the following.
Fig. 2. A 50-W fuel cell integrated with a charge station to recharge other types of batteries.
Increases power density
Silicon-based DMFCs produce about two-and-a-half times more power than PEM-based DMFCs. One of the smallest silicon-based devices, developed by Neah Power Systems, is 58 x 58 x 2 mm and produces 2-W power. The design provides 40 times more reaction zone than PEMs, increasing power density to up to 180 mW/cm2. Some silicon-based DMFCs can be manufactured with larger electrodes to further increase volumetric energy density.
Provides closed-system operation
The porous silicon electrodes can be assembled into cells and stacks that do not use a PEM or other type of separator between the positive and negative terminals. The methanol and oxidant react at the catalyst sites in the pores and produce electricity. Residual fuel and by-products are forced out of the cells by a continuous flow of liquid through the electrodes.
Non-air-breathing operation
A major innovation of silicon-based DMFCs pioneered by Neah Power Systems is the ability to operate in non-air-breathing environments. Because the fuel cell doesn’t use air as an oxidant, it can be used under water, in smoke-filled buildings, etc. Other fuel cells that use a liquid-liquid platform have been in development, but have some longevity and reliability concerns due to the use decomposed oxygen derived from peroxide.
Collects excess water
The fuel cartridge is the source of oxidant, and serves as a reservoir for collecting excess water. Therefore, these fuel cells do not expose the stack to ambient air and do not vent hot water vapor into the area around the fuel cell.
Uses all methanol
The silicon-based DMFC design uses a recirculation process that runs until all available methanol in the replaceable fuel cartridge has been consumed.
Can be customized by application
Pumps, electrodes, cartridges, and heat exchangers are modular, and can be sized according to the application. For example, a cartridge could provide 8, 12, or 20 hours of runtime. This lets electronics device manufacturers provide a broader mix of products, and lets consumers select the size of their fuel cell based upon their usage habits.
Leverages existing manufacturing infrastructure
Silicon-based fuel cells can be manufactured using the large, mature, cost-efficient infrastructure of the semiconductor processing industry. This eliminates the need to develop large, costly manufacturing capabilities in-house, and can speed time-to-market. Manufacturing of some fuel cell components—such as micro-pumps, heat exchangers, and printed circuit boards—can also be outsourced. This lets fuel cell manufacturers dedicate resources to increasing performance, miniaturization, and cost reduction.
Silicon-based DMFCs are a key technology in the future of portable electronic devices for a wide variety of market segments. With all the advantages described here—high energy-conversion efficiency, non-air-breathing environment operation, and cost-effective manufacturing—silicon-based DMFCs can soon be the leading portable power source.
Buzzbar sent out but from where..and from whom..
http://agoracom.com/ir/NeahPowerSystems/forums/discussion/topics/626005-received-my-buzzbar-but-who-sent-it-to-me/messages/1962755#message
Received my Buzzbar....but who sent it to me?
posted on Oct 28, 14 10:29AM (Log in to use the IP Check tool) [?]
Hi,
I received my Buzzbar yesterday but was surpised to see who sent it to me. I was expecting it to come from Bothell, WA but instead it said Saroj Sahu from Fremont, CA.
So I did some research and found out that Dr Saroj Sahu is the former CEO of Deeya Energy which is now Imergy Power Systems.
http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/private/person.asp?personId=30053233&privcapId=28973979
www.imergypower.com
Dr. Saroj Sahu, Ph.D founded Deeya Energy, Inc. in 2002 and served as its Chief Technology Officer. Dr. Sahu serves as a Researcher at University of Hawaii (Honolulu), and National Taiwan University (Taipei). Dr. Sahu served as Vice President of Engineering of Deeya. Dr. Sahu worked in technology leadership positions at Raychem/Tyco Electronics, Jasmine Networks, and Santec Corp., prior to founding Deeya Energy. Some of his best academic works include determination of structure of photon and particle detectors for b-quark physics. He served as a Director of Deeya Energy, Inc.. He is Visiting Scholar at Japanese National Accelerator Physics Lab (KEK). He has over 60 publications in international journals, 1 published book and 1 US patent, with several pending. He holds a Ph.D. in Experimental Physics
fuel cells as range extenders for battery-electric vehicles
4 July 2014
http://www.greencarcongress.com/2014/07/20140704-doe.html
DOE seeking input on commercialization of fuel cells as range extenders for battery-electric vehicles
4 July 2014
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) (DE-FOA-0001145) to solicit feedback from industry, academia, research laboratories, government agencies, and other stakeholders on issues related to the technical and economic feasibility of commercializing fuel cell range extenders for available battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) in the US market.
DOE’s office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE) is specifically interested in information on BEV makes and models where an after-market modification to extend the vehicle range using a Polymer Electrolyte Membrane (PEM) fuel cell system would be most feasible.
The RFI is seeking input on a number of questions, including:
The business case (including capital/operating cost reductions) for using prime battery propulsion with fuel cell range extenders for light-duty vans or delivery vehicles used to deliver parcels, to dispatch service technicians, or to shuttle individuals or small groups of people within service territories
John P. de Neufville puts Neah IP into play check the catalysts...in the patents.
Eutectix LLC alloys are used in a wide range of industries including electronics, electrochemistry, magnets, superalloys and printing. Eutectix LLC develops and sells engineered inorganic materials, rare earth alloys and custom engineered alloys such as nickel calcium, cobalt aluminum titanium, aluminum scandium. It produces ingots and powder. Founded in 2014, the Troy Michigan factory has the largest production capacity in the world for inert atmosphere grinding and alloying.
John P. de Neufville purchased the ChemOvonics Division from ECD in 1986 and founded Voltaix, Inc. a high purity specialty gas business which was sold to Air Liquide America in 2013. Subsequently, he purchased the assets formerly associated with the GM-ECD JV that produced the then novel nickel-metal hydride batteries for GM’s first all-electric car, the EV-1, creating a new company, Eutectix, LLC, based in Troy, MI and currently serving as Eutectix’ CEO and Chief Scientist. His early research interests focused on materials for batteries, optical memory devices, and solar cells, prepared by sputtering, chemical vapor deposition and plasma deposition. At Exxon, John was a member of the team that developed a concept of selective remote sensing of uranyl minerals using laser induced fluorescence. At Voltaix he played a key role in scaling the synthesis of various molecules used for the chemical vapor deposition of insulating, semiconducting and conducting films for advanced integrated circuit and photovoltaic applications. John P.de Neufville holds a PhD. in applied physics and materials science from Harvard University and an M.S. in geology from Harvard University and a B.S. in geology from Yale University.
You may be correct but I like the angle that he is on board for a totally different reason.
Dr. John de Neufville, the Eutectix CEO, said, “Following our successful negotiations with Great Western Minerals Group, I am pleased to announce the transfer of the excellent team and all the manufacturing equipment from Great Western Technologies into our new company, Eutectix LLC. Our factory in Troy, Michigan will continue to supply a wide range of customized products and services designed to meet the requirements of current and future customers.”
“It is our intention to build on the expertise with which our customers are already familiar, that of an innovative materials supplier, focused on the provision of fully characterized metals and alloys in various forms including castings, customized powder products and fabricated items. Alongside our extensive manufacturing facility we bring product development capability, offering new and exciting solutions to future customer requirements.”
More information about Eutectix can be found at www.eutectix.com.
About Eutectix
Eutectix LLC manufactures and processes metal alloys and battery electrodes at its facilities in Troy Michigan. Its custom alloys are used as additives for manufacturing high tolerance specialty alloys and for hydrogen storage, battery, and magnet applications. Current production has focused on hydrogen reactive metals, oxygen scavenging alloys and magnetic alloys.
Eutectix LLC was founded in 2014 by Dr. John de Neufville, Dr. Henry Lee, Thomas Smith, and Robert Russotti. All four founders of Eutectix worked together at Voltaix, Inc., a leading manufacturer of gases and chemicals for the photovoltaic and semiconductor industries.
De Neufville, Lee and Russotti were formerly employed by Energy Conversion Devices which was the original parent, via its Ovonic Battery Company subsidiary, of the Great Western Troy operations. They founded Voltaix in 1986. The Chief Executive Officer of Eutectix, John de Neufville, was formerly a Vice President and Director of Energy Conversion Devices, Inc., the Chief Executive Officer of the Ovonic Battery Company and the Chief Executive Officer and Principal Scientist of Voltaix, Inc.
This put Neahs IP in to play