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Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a leading research institution, is making strides in various fields, particularly in the realms of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and home energy efficiency.
Researchers at the lab have developed a groundbreaking modeling tool called REVISE-II. This software is designed to aid infrastructure planners in deciding the optimal placement of EV charging stations along interstate highways, thereby encouraging EV adoption for long-distance travel. REVISE-II is a free, open-source tool that generates scenarios for future charging infrastructure requirements, aiming to encourage EV acceptance and accommodate growth as more EVs are adopted.
In a significant development, the lab has also demonstrated the ability to 3D print power poles from bioderived and recycled materials. These power poles, created using the Big Area Additive Manufacturing system, are designed as closed cylindrical structures with a modular design for easy manufacturing, transport, and assembly. The power poles can also be customized to accommodate wires and support different heights.
The lab's researchers have made impressive advancements in the field of home energy efficiency as well. They have developed an algorithm that learns over time to maintain homes at residents' desired temperature settings while minimizing energy costs and adjusting to environmental conditions. This algorithm, which has been field-tested and the results published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, could potentially save homeowners up to 25% on their annual utility bills.
The lab's innovations extend beyond labs and simulations. In a project with Local Motors, Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers have demonstrated their wireless charging technology on an autonomous electric vehicle for the first time. The charging system was installed on Local Motors' autonomous shuttle, the Olli, and includes both wireless and wired charging capabilities.
However, these advancements come with potential environmental concerns. Scientists studying a unique whole-ecosystem warming experiment in the Minnesota peatlands found that microorganisms are increasing methane production faster than carbon dioxide production. This could mean a future with more methane, a greenhouse gas that is up to 30 times more potent than carbon dioxide.
Future research efforts will focus on increasing production efficiency and improving material performance for the 3D printed power poles. Additionally, Oak Ridge National Laboratory's equipment and expertise will allow scientists studying fusion energy and technologies to acquire crucial data during landmark fusion experiments in Europe.
For more information about REVISE-II, please contact Stephanie Seay at 865.576.9894 or [email protected]. For inquiries about the home temperature control algorithm, contact Scott Jones at 865.241.6491 or [email protected].
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