Sandia microgrid expert named IEEE Fellow
Sandia electrical engineer Michael Ropp has been recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers for his work improving the resiliency of the electrical grid.
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From nose cones to molten salts
Since 1978, the National Solar Thermal Test Facility has supported the development of concentrating solar power technologies and served as a testing ground for aerospace and defense applications.
Sandia studies subterranean storage of hydrogen
Sandia engineers and scientists are exploring depleted oil and natural gas reservoirs to determine whether they can be used to store clean hydrogen.
Sandia works to protect electric grid from solar threats, nuclear detonation
Communication systems and infrastructure resilience experts from throughout the Labs collaborated to propose mitigation options to the Department of Homeland Security.
Modeling geothermal systems’ viability
A publicly available web tool helps startups explore the economics of closed-loop geothermal systems.
Smart Labs pilot program takes off
A new program has launched in four buildings at Sandia that aims to increase safety and energy efficiency in laboratories. The team is assessing where to roll out Smart Labs next.
Sandia scientists achieve breakthrough in tackling PFAS contamination
A team is developing materials to tackle one of the biggest problems in the world and a major national security issue: human exposure to PFAS through contaminated water and other products.
Protecting canisters against corrosion
Researchers test coatings on stainless steel, which is used for canisters that hold spent nuclear fuel, to determine the best materials to protect the containers from corrosive sea air.
Let’s get cracking
Geoscientists have detected gases released from fractured rocks in real time, which could improve the prediction of earthquakes or help locate underground explosions.
Electric vehicle battery safety takes the front seat
A Sandia-led team is working to create more affordable, convenient, efficient and resilient electric vehicle batteries.