Explore selected case studies that showcase industry-academia collaborations.
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Improved Catalyst, Improved Profit
Ingen GTL and the University of Aberdeen collaborated to create an improved catalyst. The iron catalyst reduces the energy needed for the high-temperature hydrogenation of carbon dioxide, an important industrial process. Thus, any improvement in its efficiency offers an opportunity to profit. Ingen GTL Ltd contacted the Surface Chemistry and Catalysis Group. The new catalyst required…
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Phase Change Materials for Heat Batteries
Sunamp has developed new heat-storage technology using Phase-Change Materials (PCMs). Sunamp heat batteries store heat and release it on demand to provide space heating and hot water. The technology makes innovative use of PCMs that can store and release heat as they change phase – in much the same way as hand warmers. However, the company…
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Quality Control for the Hydrogen Supply Chain
Cascade Technologies is a manufacturer of high-technology laser-based gas analysers. Energy Technology Partnership (ETP) approached Cascade to identify areas for collaboration. Cascade was already investigating emerging markets in hydrogen fuel and carbon capture. Yet, they lacked contacts in the field. The ETP made introductions to relevant academic experts and businesses. Key among these were the Energy Materials Group…