Wind-powered freighters |

February 27, 2015 Source: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Summary: International shipping is transporting 90 percent of all goods on the planet. To make ships more eco-efficient, engineers have been working with alternative fuels. A Norwegian engineer is currently pursuing a new approach: With VindskipTM, he has designed a cargo ship that is powered by wind and gas. Software will ensure an optimum use of the available wind energy at any time. Read more |