Power Engineering articles from October 2005

Power Engineering archives from October 2005

Out of the Graveyard.(energy policy )(Column)
October 1, 2005... It's never easy to admit you're wrong, but in this case, I'm somewhat happy to do so. In my March 2005 opinion piece, titled, "The Energy Policy Graveyard," I expressed my frustration with Congress and with the Administration for their...

Innovene cogeneration plant.(Innovene USA LLC)
October 1, 2005... Five years ago, Innovene USA LLC's polymer production facility at the Battle Ground Manufacturing Complex in Deer Park, Texas, relied on seven gas-fired boilers for process steam. Some of the boilers had been installed when the plant was built...

Reframing the windfarm.(POWER POINTS)
October 1, 2005... Wind is the next big thing. No, really. National Geographic, featuring renewables in its August 2005 issue, observes that wind is the world's fast growing source of energy, the "biggest success story" in renewables. AWEA forecasts that 2000 MW...

COAL-GEN provides lively forum for debate and commitment to coal.(UPDATE)
October 1, 2005... San Antonio's mid-August temperatures could remind attendees at COAL-GEN 2005 of the importance of low-cost, coal-fired power generation to the U.S. energy mix. The event demonstrated the vibrancy and breadth of a renewed commitment to coal,...

Southern Company.(planning for new nuclear power plants)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Southern Company has notified the U.S. NRC that it will study adding new nuclear units to Georgia Power's Vogtle plant site. Southern will file an early work permit to help decide whether to turn in a licensing application to the NRC. Although...

Black Hills Corp.(building coal fired power plants)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Construction has started on Black Hills Corp.'s 90 MW Wygen II coal-fired baseload power plant at the company's Wyodak coal mine and energy complex near Gillette, Wyoming.

GE Energy.(submits license application for a new nuclear reactor)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... GE Energy has submitted its design certification application to the NRC for its new reactor design, the 1,500 MW ESBWR, which incorporates simplicity and passive safety features that utilize natural forces, including natural circulation and...

Catalytica Energy Systems' SCR-Tech.(partnerships with American Electric Power Company Inc. and Southern Co.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Catalytica Energy Systems' SCR-Tech subsidiary has entered into a development partnership with AEP and Southern Company to evaluate the use of regenerated SCR catalyst in minimizing S[O.sub.3] formation while maintaining or exceeding full...

Duke Energy.(BUSINESS BRIEFS)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Duke Energy plans to sell all Duke Energy North America's physical and commercial assets outside the midwestern United States (about 6,200 MW) within the next 12 months.

Excelsior Energy.(planning for a coal fired power plants)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Excelsior Energy has selected preferred and alternative sites for its Mesaba Energy Project Unit I, a 600 MW integrated gasification combined-cycle coal plant. The preferred site is in Itasca County, Minn. and the alternate site is located in...

AEP's SWEPCO.(Southwestern Electric Power Co.'s proposal to meet the demand of new resources )(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... AEP's SWEPCO subsidiary has filed a draft request for proposals with the Louisiana Public Service Commission to meet peak demands of 2006 through 2009 and new resources to meet long-term capacity and energy requirements. The company intends to...

Power Systems Mfg.(converted three combustion turbine generators)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... The Power Systems Mfg. (PSM) subsidiary of Calpine has converted one of three planned combustion turbine generators at Calpine's Texas City Cogeneration Power Plant to PSM's low-emissions combustion system, LEC-III. As a result, Calpine will...

FutureGen coalition formed.(FutureGen Industrial Alliance)
October 1, 2005... A coalition of the largest electric utilities and coal companies in the United States has created the FutureGen Industrial Alliance to partner with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to facilitate the design, construction and operation of the...

Babcock & Wilcox.(Ohio Power Company gave contract for engineering, materials)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Babcock & Wilcox has received a contract for more than $120 million from AEP subsidiary Ohio Power Company for engineering, materials and start-up commissioning of wet FGD systems on its two 800 MW units at the Mitchell Plant in West Virginia.

FPL Energy.(construction of wind turbines)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... FPL Energy has started construction on the 49.5 MW Wilton Energy Center windfarm, to consist of 33 1.5-MW wind turbines on 8,000 acres in Burleigh County, North Dakota planned for completion by the end of this year.

Babcock Power, in consortium with Zachry Construction Co.(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Babcock Power, in consortium with Zachry Construction Co., has received a contract for the design, supply and erection of SCR systems at Mirant Mid-Atlantic's Morgantown Station Units 1 and 2. The contract includes the design and supply of SCR...

ALSTOM.(Xcel Energy Inc. gave contract)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... ALSTOM has been awarded a contract by Xcel Energy to design, supply, erect and commission a supercritical boiler for Public Service of Colorado's 750 MW Comanche 3 Unit. The unit will burn low-sulfur PRB coal and will be equipped with ALSTOM's...

Wheelabrator Air Pollution Control.(PPL Corp. uses wet systems for pollution control)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Wheelabrator Air Pollution Control will design, supply and install wet FGD systems at PPL Corp.'s Montour plant Units 1 and 2 in Washingtonville, Penn. PPL also has an option for Wheelabrator to design, supply and install two similar systems at...

Duratek.(CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTS)(Dairyland Power Coop.)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Duratek has received a contract from Dairyland Power Cooperative for removal and disposition of a 175-ton reactor pressure vessel and other low level radioactive material from the Lacrosse plant. Other materials for disposition include...

ADA-ES.(CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTS)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... ADA-ES has received its first two commercial contracts to provide activated carbon injection mercury control systems. The contracts are for a new 780 MW coal plant and a 575 MW coal unit in the U.S.

Wood Group Power Operations.(Sacramento Municipal Utility District Financing Authority gave contract)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Wood Group Power Operations has been awarded a 10-year contract by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District Financing Authority to provide full care, custody and control O & M services, including mobilization and start-up support, for two GE...

Siemens Power Generation.(contracts with FPL Energy)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Siemens Power Generation announced an agreement with FPL Energy to supply wind turbines totaling up to 600 MW. Siemens will manufacture, install and commission the 2.3 MW Mk II turbines. Delivery begins in 2006. The agreement marks Siemens'...

Cinergy Corp.(James L. Turner appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... James L. Turner has been named president of Cinergy Corp. Turner remains on the transition steering committee for Cinergy and Duke Energy and is responsible for coordinating all of Cinergy's merger integration activities between the two...

Constellation Energy.(Thomas V. Brooks appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Thomas V. Brooks has been named vice chairman of Constellation Energy and chairman of Constellation's commodities group.

Horizon Wind Energy.(Alec Dreyer appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Alec Dreyer has been named CEO of Horizon Wind Energy, previously known as Zilkha Renewable Energy.

Distributed Energy Systems Corp.(Darren Jamison appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Distributed Energy Systems Corp. has named Darren Jamison president of its Northern Power Systems subsidiary. Jamison had served as COO of Northern and succeeds Clint Coleman, who assumes responsibility for corporate development and strategic...

Bear, Stearns & Co.(Thomas Hassen appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Thomas Hassen has joined Bear, Stearns & Co. as vice chairman and senior managing director in investment banking. He was most recently co-chairman of the Global Energy Group at Credit Suisse First Boston.

Parkline.(Rex Woodmansee and Ron Buchanan appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Rex Woodmansee and Ron Buchanan have joined the outside sales force responsible for Indiana and Ohio respectively of Parkline, provider of metal structures for engineering and architectural firms.

Plug Power.(Jos van der Hyden appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Jos van der Hyden has been appointed general manager of Plug Power's European, Middle Eastern and African operations.

Flowserve.(Lewis King appointed)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... Lewis King has been named president and CEO of Flowserve.

Correction/clarification.(Correction Notice)
October 1, 2005... In the article "Service to the (GT) Fleet" that appeared in Power Engineering magazine's August issue, the chart on page 35 carries contact information for a number of non-OEM service companies. The website address for TurboCare Gas Turbine...

Nuclear power: back in the game; A combination of several important factors is making the resurgence of nuclear power more likely than ever before. Several power generators are seriously considering new nuclear power plants in their mix of generation assets.(Cover Story)
October 1, 2005... The power industry in the United States is poised for a major shift with respect to the construction of baseload generating capacity, and nuclear power plants are sure to be part of the mix that will help diversify the country's generation...

Making a change: to survive and thrive in today's North American power generation market, owners of power generation assets must continuously reassess their market position to succeed in the changing market.(FOSSIL POWER)
October 1, 2005... The business environment for generation assets in North America has undergone dramatic changes in the past decade--new market structures, new owners, new regional supply-demand balances and new environmental constraints. Generating units...

Coal quality counts: a benchmarking index can enable asset owners to analyze various coal quality costs, producing considerable cost savings and increasing net cash margin.(COAL PLANT BENCHMARKING)
October 1, 2005... A coal unit's configuration and operating expense profile reflects the quality of fuel it consumes. Aside from wear-related replacements, most changes today are motivated either by environmental compliance requirements or, more recently,...

Alliance reliance: an interview with executives from TVA and Day & Zimmermann NPS explores the growing popularity of alliance contracts and long-term maintenance agreements.(PLANT MAINTENANCE)(Interview)
October 1, 2005... As asset owners continuously search for new ways in which to reduce costs while maintaining plant reliability, one option being given serious consideration around the country is the outsourcing of maintenance and outage services to third...

Valve vigilance: implementing a robust valve actuator wellness program can boost performance, reduce costly repairs and even save lives.(VALVE SAFETY/RELIABILITY)
October 1, 2005... In January 2004, a U.S. power plant employee was struck by metal fragments and killed as the result of an electric actuator failure. Before the failure, a wedge gate valve on a boiler feedwater line under pressure greater than 2,000 psi was...

Profit generators: enhance your bottom line performance with six figure savings.
October 1, 2005... HOGEN[R] On-Site Generation Systems HOGEN[R] On-site Hydrogen Generators with Stable Flow technology for electric generator cooling keep your profits from going up in smoke. Higher purity hydrogen: ** Minimizes windage loss -- reduces...

The worm has turned: in the aftermath of the gas turbine boom and bust, volatile fuel prices, and the Enron scandal, discussion is now focused on coal, nuclear and renewables--topics that will receive ample attention at POWER-GEN International this year in Las Vegas.(POWER-GEN INTERNATIONAL PREVIEW)
October 1, 2005... The worm has definitely turned in the power generation industry. Just a few short years ago, the only topic being spoken about in serious commercial terms was the gas turbine boom. Although the excess gas turbine capacity has not yet worked...

Solar DG employed from Big Apple to Big D.(photovoltaic solar panels power generation)
October 1, 2005... In McKinney, Texas, just north of Dallas, a Wal-Mart is employing photovoltaic (PV) solar panels gracefully integrated into the suburban landscape's motif. Power generated from 7,500 square feet of solar panels is expected to produce more than...

AEP substation to get commercial-scale energy storage system.(Appalachian Power Co)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... The first MW-class advanced energy storage technology to be used on a U.S. distribution system will be installed at an Appalachian Power Co. substation in time for next summer's peak season. The 1.2 MW stationary sodium sulfur battery-based...

Electricity is a cost you can control.
October 1, 2005... With electricity prices at an all-time high, reducing the electricity consumption in your plant can add significant dollars to your bottom line! Hundreds of electric motors are working overtime in many different areas of your plant, consuming...

Events.(Calendar)
October 1, 2005... NOVEMBER 2-4, Distributed Energy Outlook, EPRI Solutions (865/218-8000), Chicago, Ill. 6-9, EEI Financial Conference, Edison Electric Institute (www.eei.org), Hollywood, Fla. 6-9, Ultrasound World II, UE Systems...

Catalysts on VRLA batteries save Air Force millions of dollars.(valve regulated lead acid)
October 1, 2005... THE U.S. AIR FORCE is extending the life of its telecommunications backup power batteries--and saving millions of dollars in the process--by employing a new, proven, inexpensive technology. The improvements come as the result of the...

Much more than expected.(valve actuators from Rotork Controls Inc)
October 1, 2005... We need several different valve actuators. Different torque ranges, some are quarter-turn, others multi-turn, some linear. Some simply open and close valves, but others need to modulate. Some need to be failsafe. You know. Different valves,...

Temporary cooling towers provide 125,000 GPM cooling capacity.(Minnesota Power cooling tower supplied from Aggreko)(Brief Article)
October 1, 2005... In late January, Minnesota Power's Clay Boswell Energy Center electric power plant in Cohasset, Minn., lost four cooling tower cells in a 350-MW unit. Even with Minnesota's notorious winters, the plant's cooling towers are critical for plant...

Finger protecting connector.
October 1, 2005... Anderson Power Products (APP) has begun offering its two-pole SBS50 Finger-Proof connector. The patented housing design provides protection to its user by eliminating finger contact with live circuits, per EN 950 and UL 60950 specifications....

Combustion analyzers.
October 1, 2005... Fireye Inc. recently introduced the Firetron Pro and Firetron Plus Series Combustion Analyzers. The handheld Firetron Pro analyzers are easy to use for commercial and industrial flue gas measurement and analysis. They operate on all boiler...

Gas analysis sampling system.
October 1, 2005... Perma Pure has introduced the GASS-Module (modular gas analysis sampling system) to transform wet, hot and dirty stack gases into the cool, dry, clean gas samples critical to accurate stack emissions monitoring. This module delivers sample...

Process float steam trap.
October 1, 2005... TLV Corp. recently introduced the 2-inch JL9X/JLH9X high-capacity cast iron/cast steel float and thermostatic trap. This trap is inline-repairable to provide maintenance savings. Excellent reliability is ensured by the high-quality stainless...

Laser probe.
October 1, 2005... Laser Design has introduced a fast laser scanning probe on an articulated arm, providing a 33 percent to 50 percent reduction in scanning time on any complex part. The company's new SLP-330 Scanning Laser Probe is designed for use with the...

Strategic asset optimization solution.(PRODUCTS)
October 1, 2005... Artemis International Solutions Corp., global provider of investment planning and control software, recently unveiled an enhanced strategic asset optimization (SAO) solution, specifically targeted at the electrical power generation and...

High-efficiency generator set.
October 1, 2005... Caterpillar Inc. has introduced the G3516C gaseous-fueled generator set, with a digital microprocessor gas engine control module engineered to facilitate full engine control from one source. The gas engine control module automatically and...

Inertial Bypass Filters.
October 1, 2005... Gas streams with high levels of particulate matter can damage downstream monitoring equipment. Perma Pure's FB-Series Inertial Bypass Filters eliminate large amounts of particulate, extending the life and performance of particulate and...

Power supply.
October 1, 2005... Automation Systems Interconnect Inc. recently released its new IP65 Single Phase Switching Power Supply. This new and innovative power supply, with its sealed aluminum enclosure, can withstand many environmental conditions under which most...

Modular Lifting Beam systems.
October 1, 2005... Two innovative solutions for almost any lifting scenario are now available from Lifting Gear Hire Corp. The portable, lightweight Modular Lifting Beam system is designed for easy one-man assembly and consists of a range of spreader beams that...

Advanced control & optimization.
October 1, 2005... Pegasus Technologies has released the DeltaE3[TM] "Intelligent Power Plant" Optimization Portfolio, which addresses combustion and post combustion issues utilities are facing today. Whether you need to improve performance, reduce emissions...

AFS ball valves.
October 1, 2005... With working pressures up to 6000 psig (413 bar) at 250[degrees]F (121[degrees]C) and flow coefficients from 4.0 to 13.8, new Swagelok[R] alternative fuel service (AFS) 2-way ball valves meet the demands of hydrogen and compressed natural gas...

Air Pollution Control.
October 1, 2005... Air Pollution Control Systems [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A global leader in the design and supply of pre-engineered and custom-engineered air pollution control equipment, turnkey systems and services, Wheelabrator offers fabric filters,...

Bio gas Gen-sets.
October 1, 2005... GUASCOR Gasification Technology [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The SF (Diesel) & SFGLD-(Gas) Engine Series have been designed by GUASCOR to provide a "Solution with Good Prospects". The SFGLD Gas engines have a continuous output power range...

Construction services.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Power Producers Rely on Graycor for All Their Construction Needs [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] For decades, power producers have relied on Graycor to meet the unique construction and industrial maintenance demands of their rapidly changing...

Control systems.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Built for Power [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Ovation[R] expert control system from Emerson is designed from the ground-up to meet the unique demands of the power generation industry. Proven in thousands of power applications, Ovation is...

Controls: ergonomically brilliant control rooms.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Our designers combine the disciplines of industrial design, human factors, ergonomic and interior design to create custom workspaces that are both efficient and beautiful. We give special consideration to the ergonomic requirements of your...

Controls: new DAQSTATION expandable model.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... The new Yokogawa DAQSTATION DX200 Expandable model provides panel-mounted graphical display, alarming, and archiving of up to 200 process values sourced from external measurement hardware and up to 30 built-in measurement channels. The DX200...

Cooling tower drive.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Universal Cooling Tower Drive from Philadelphia Gear [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This Universal Cooling Tower Drive from Philadelphia Gear offers a unique solution to the challenge of replacing cooling tower drives and spare parts. Base...

Emmissions monitoring.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... CEMS UPTIME--SERIOUS BUSINESS. For over 30 years Teledyne Monitor Labs has been the benchmark for quality in Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) products and services. With the largest strategically based service staff in the...

Engine generator packaging.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... With today's growing concern for increased efficiency, co-generation and CHP (Combined Heat and Power) is, and will continue to be, an effective means of increasing the efficiency of engine driven generation or engine driven mechanical...

Engineering services.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Utility Engineering--Your Power Solutions Partner [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Utility Engineering Corporation is a full-service, nationwide engineering firm with more than 900 employees and major offices in Amarillo, TX; Atlanta; Denver;...

Engineering text.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... A practical text covering the fundamentals of machinery diagnostics for anyone who works with rotating machinery. Written for operators, managers, design engineers, and machinery diagnosticians. This comprehensive book thoroughly explains and...

Filtration systems.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Mega EBS Provides High Flow Rates & Large Filtration Area [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Mega EBS is the largest automatic, self-cleaning, fine-filtration system available. With flow-rates up to 17,600 GPM and filtration area of 6200 in,...

Gas analyzers.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Thermo Electron Corporation launches iSeries line of gaseous pollutant analyzers. This line, with monitoring capabilities for a broad range of pollutants, has been introduced to enhance the many capabilities of Thermo's popular cSeries line of...

Gas turbines.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... GE Energy is one of the world's leading suppliers of power generation technology, energy services and management systems, with an installed base of power generation equipment in more than 120 countries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] GE Energy...

Generators.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... 200 kW to 15 MW [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Kato Engineering designs and manufactures generators (alternators), motor-generator sets and controls for prime, standby, and peak-shaving power. Concentrating in the 200 kW to 15 MW range, Kato...

Heavy industrial contractor.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... "With over 24,000MW of installed capacity, TIC--The Industrial Company is among the leading industrial contractors serving today's power producers. TIC is ranked 7th among the top US contractors within the power industry and 3rd with respect to...

Krytox[R] fluorinated lubriants.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... KRYTOX[R] FLUORINATED LUBRICANTS [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Krytox[R] Fluorinated Greases and Oils are: Chemically inert. Insoluble in common solvents. Thermally stable. Temperature range (-103[degrees] to 800[degrees]F). Nonflammable....

Linings.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... Reliable Results [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Recognized worldwide as the best lining material for bunkers, chutes, hoppers, railcars, etc., TIVAR[R] 88's slick, abrasion resistant surface keeps coal flowing and helps reduce maintenance and...

Lubricants.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... In today's power plants, lubricants are used in a wide range of service applications. The Conoco brand provides a complete line of lubricants to keep all of your equipment running longer and cleaner, such as Hydroclear Diamond ClassR Compressor...

Metallurgical Services.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... METALLURGICAL SERVICES [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Power Systems now offers a full range of Metallurgical Services designed to identify the root cause of failures and provide viable, high performance solutions. Our world-class engineers...

OEM.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... Service [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * Proactive Service * Emergency Service * Remote Diagnostics * O & M Support * Contract Service Expert, OEM-quality service is the key to superior performance, availability and...

Power plant maintenance.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... Our People Make the Difference [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] We take pride in offering services and expertise above and beyond most other full-service contractors. That's why our people are so important to us. Our highly trained...

Pumps.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Nagle Pump and Pontoon/Float [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Vertical Cantilever Pump or Submersible Pump 1" to 10" discharge size 10gpm to 3000gpm Custom materials available Nagle Pumps Phone 708-754-2940 Fax...

Software.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)(Advertisement)
October 1, 2005... Get Smart [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SmartProcess optimization software from Emerson offers a suite of intelligent software modules proven to significantly reduce NOx; lower opacity; stabilize steam temperature; improve overall boiler...

Software, plant performance.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... * Cost-effective, industry-standard performance test procedures and calculation templates (Excel) for: [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ** Boiler & Air Heaters (Coal/Oil/Gas) ** Compressors & Pumps ** Condensers & Feedwater Heaters ...

Tube Cleaning.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... Goodway Technologies Corporation manufactures and distributes a complete line of Surface Condenser Tube Cleaning Systems and Projectiles as well other Tube Cleaners, Duct Cleaners, Drain Cleaners, Vacuums, Pressure Washers, and Vapor-Steam...

UPS Systems.(SUPPLIER'S SHOWCASE)
October 1, 2005... Caterpillar[R] UPS 300 kVA System with Flywheel-based Technology [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] (Peoria, Ill.) -- Caterpillar provides the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) 300 kVA System, with integrated flywheel-based technology that...