Energy and Transportation

 

Here are some samples of Kelly’s energy and transportation WORK.

When will perovskites give solar cells a boost?

“Perovskites gained attention because they are theoretically more conductive than silicon, meaning they're better at converting photons into electricity. They're also more versatile and easier to manufacture.”

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Rocket engineering: Algorithm ensures thrust while maintaining pressure

While the rockets had to be able to handle high temperatures, they also needed to be protected from environmental hazards, such as lightning strikes, which are common in Florida, where the Space Launch System will launch.

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Dawn propels to the far reaches of space

“Ion propulsion, also referred to as solar electric propulsion, is ten times more efficient than traditional propulsion, requiring only a tenth of the propellant to go the same distance.”

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Sustainable construction for the future of roads.

“Roads in the Netherlands generate solar power via glass-covered photovoltaic cells. Meanwhile, researchers in Israel are developing a piezoelectric energy road, which uses the vibrations of vehicles driving along the road to convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.”

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Personnel safety system for autonomous ground systems

“The system avoids active sensors such as lidar or radar, which can compromise covertness. Instead, it uses cameras and machine learning algorithms to distinguish between friendly and hostile pedestrians.”

Read the contract announcement on Charles River’s website.