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21 Oct Static frequency converter that controls an induction motor

Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences (ASTR)
2013
This paper presents a static frequency converter that controls an induction motor according to the principle V/f=constant. Unlike the classic V/f control scheme, the proposed method insures high dynamic performances from the adjustable speed drive system.
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21 Oct Solutions and equipment realized by ICPE ACTEL for energy efficiency increasing of offshore and onshore drilling / Soluţii şi echipamente realizate de ICPE ACTEL pentru creşterea eficienţei energetice a forajului electric marin şi terestru

Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences (ASTR)
2013
The proposed paper intends to be a crowning of commune efforts of researchers and developers of solutions and electric equipment used in offshore and onshore drilling, realized by ICPE ACTEL during over 45 years of activity in this important field of prospecting hydrocarbons.
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21 Oct Advanced solution for CO2 capture and storage and superior recovery methane Jiu Valley / Soluţie avansată pentru captarea şi stocarea CO2 şi valorificarea superioară a gazului metan din Valea Jiului

Romanian Academy of Technical Sciences (ASTR)
2013
The paper proposes an integrated project for CO2 storage - CH4 recovery and valorization will lead to a substantial reduction of the integrated project costs, which will influence the delivering price for the produced energy.
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21 Oct Innovation in technology-based companies

Royal Academy of Engineering (UK) (RAEng)
2012
A summary of a meeting organised by the Royal Academy of Engineering 19 July 2012 at 3 Carlton House Terrace, London SW1Y 5DG.
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21 Oct Meet the innovators

Royal Academy of Engineering (UK) (RAEng)
2013
Researcher case studies - As part of the Academy's Engineering for Growth campaign, this collection of case studies profiles the work of engineers engaged in the Academy's research schemes, across multiple disciplines.
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21 Oct Fuelling prosperity

Royal Academy of Engineering (UK) (RAEng)
2013
Research and innovation as drivers of UK growth and competitiveness - A joint statement from the Academy of Medical Sciences, the British Academy, the Royal Academy of Engineering and the Royal Society.
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21 Oct Made for the future

Royal Academy of Engineering (UK) (RAEng)
2013
A report exploring future ways of making, using and recycling consumer goods, setting out the challenges for designers and manufacturers in creating a sustainable domestic supply chain.
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21 Oct Driving German Innovation. The role of incubator organisations in the promotion of hightech academic spin-offs

National Academy of Science and Engineering (acatech)
2012
Germany needs innovation. New high-tech solutions provide sustainable responses to fundamental changes in society such as an aging population, greater urbanisation, climate change and the evolution of renewable energies. They ensure prosperity and economic growth. Global competition also drives the demand for popular technological exports bearing the label “made in Germany”. In addition, Germany’s lack of natural resources has led to the development of a knowledge-driven economy with a high demand for continuous innovation.
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21 Oct Technology Futures Anticipation − Creation − Assessment

National Academy of Science and Engineering (acatech)
2012
Different ideas about what the future holds play a key role in debates about technology in our society. These ideas are expressed in a variety of ways, for example as predictions, scenarios or visions. Some are produced by scientists using techniques such as model-based scenarios, others – such as science-fiction novels or movies – are conceived by artists, whilst others embody expectations or fears that are publicly communicated by the media..
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