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Chalmers team develops method to reduce levels of mercury in sulfuric acid

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Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed a method that can reduce the levels of mercury in sulfuric acid by more than 90%, even from low levels. It is therefore a worldwide challenge that sulfuric acid often contains one of the most toxic substances: mercury.

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EPA proposing mercury rule for taconite iron ore processing plants

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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing amendments to the National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP) for taconite iron ore processing plants that include new emission standards for mercury as well as revising the existing emission standards for hydrogen chloride and hydrogen fluoride. formaldehyde).

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Elephant Robotics’ Mercury Humanoid Robot Empowers Embodied AI Research

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A Commitment to Practical Robotics Elephant Robotics proudly introduces the Mercury Series, a suite of humanoid robots that not only push the boundaries of innovation but also embody a deep commitment to practical applications. These two advanced models exemplify Elephant Robotics’ commitment to practical robotics.

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Junkyard Find: 1986 Mercury Topaz GS, Lichen This Car Edition

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The Tempo/Topaz (or Tempaz) was the replacement for the Fox-based rear-wheel-drive Ford Fairmont / Mercury Zephyr , and it was produced in two not-very-different generations from the 1984 through 1994 model years. 1986 Mercury Topaz GS in California wrecking yard. 1986 Mercury Topaz GS in California wrecking yard.

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Mercury unveils new, higher power electric outboard motors for e-boats

Electrek

Mercury Marine just showed off two new electric outboard motors at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada. more… The post Mercury unveils new, higher power electric outboard motors for e-boats appeared first on Electrek.

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Junkyard Find: 1964 Mercury Montclair Four-Door Hardtop Marauder

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Today's Junkyard Find is an example of the second type of Marauderization (not to be confused with Moroder ization ) within the world of Ford's Mercury Division. Starting in 1958, Ford's new MEL ( M ercury- E dsel- L incoln) big-block V8 engine was given the Marauder name when installed in Mercury models. Yes, I bought these badges.

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Mercury unveils new 100% electric outboard boat motor with easy-swap batteries

Electrek

Mercury took to the CES 2023 show to unveil its latest electric outboard motor for small boats. Meet the Mercury Avator 7.5e. The post Mercury unveils new 100% electric outboard boat motor with easy-swap batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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