Since PRV Engineering provides specialist services to the aerospace sector, we like to share all the latest news and interesting updates from around the world. Few stories are as exciting as the new mid-sized liquid hydrogen plane that can fly anywhere in the world with only one stop for refuelling.
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In an attempt to solve the biggest weakness of solar energy storage, the Italian company Energy Dome has secured funding for its CO2 Battery. The funds will go toward developing and demonstrating the technology which will greatly improve solar energy storage; something that is currently lacking with today’s batteries. Discover how it works and what the future might look like with more effective, low-cost solar energy storage.
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If your business is involved in any form of manufacturing structural steelwork products, then you should be aware of BS EN 1090-1 CE Marking. Without this certification, you cannot legally run a steel manufacturing business as all products within the scope of this standard must be CE Marked when released to the market.
This harmonised European standard covering fabricated structural steelwork came into effect on 1 July 2014. BS EN 1090-1 involves the requirements for assessing and verifying product or service conformity in executing any steel and aluminium structures details.
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Limitless clean energy has been a concept in development for what seems to be an eternity with little success. In recent weeks, we looked at portable nuclear micro-reactors and the UK’s plans to build nuclear fusion plants. Now, we are even closer to limitless clean energy as the Korea Institute of Fusion Energy has set an astonishing new record using the tokamak reactor.
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Robotics and automation have made headlines in recent years, especially in the construction sector with some tremendous advancements. While robotics in construction may be deemed a game-changer, the technology has not yet exceeded expectations but it is promising nonetheless. Without creating too much hype, here’s a measured look at the capabilities and benefits of robotics in construction.
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As precision engineering and fabrication specialists, we work across various sectors and that includes construction. As such, we keep our fingers on the pulse of any new developments and few are as exciting as 3D-printed homes. Previously considered a method for product prototyping, 3D printing has changed drastically in the last few years extending to building homes around the world and on Mars. Now, ICON and Lennar are building the biggest ever neighbourhood consisting of 3D-printed homes.
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Deep hole drilling services are beneficial across several applications and require specialist equipment to maintain straightness and tolerances second to none. Oil and gas exploration equipment, armaments, aerospace equipment and engines are amongst the most common applications for deep hole drilling and machining processes.
Each of these industries needs enhanced hole qualities that are necessary for high-performance end products, such as landing gear that easily retracts. In this article, PRV explores how gun drilling works and highlights some of the benefits of quality deep hole drilling services.
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Last week we wrote about potential nuclear fusion plants for the UK and what a positive impact they could have on the economy and environment. Staying on the topic of cleaner energy, former SpaceX engineers are developing the first-ever portable nuclear microreactors. These devices could deliver power to remote areas while the quick installation process makes them ideal for populated areas as well.
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Scientists first demonstrated the incredible power of nuclear energy around 70 years ago, but nuclear fusion remained out of reach. As promising as it proves to be, the necessary technology to develop and build viable nuclear fusion power plants haven’t quite reached us, or has it?
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2021
In construction, concrete is used to form the foundations, columns, beams, slabs and other load-bearing elements. Today’s concrete is strong, durable, versatile and economical but it doesn’t compare to concrete from the Roman era. A recent discovery may be able to provide the answer to why it was so much stronger.
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