DOE solar energy leaders tour National Solar Thermal Test Facility
Representatives from the DOE Solar Energy Technologies Office visited last week for the first time in two years. They learned about changes at the facility and plans for the next phase of the tower.
Record-breaking, ultrafast devices step to protecting the grid from EMP
A new Sandia device can shunt record-breaking excess electricity in a few billionths of a second.
International collaboration compares geologic repository assessment tools
Sandia researchers have developed software that supports the assessment of possible sites to dispose of spent nuclear fuel in the future.
Center of collaboration
The Plasma Research Facility has attracted experts with a variety of interests and goals from universities, other national labs and abroad to perform research at Sandia.
New guidelines for wind energy systems
Researchers help the wind energy industry and U.S. military develop and evaluate rapidly deployable wind energy systems for use in defense and disaster response.
Safer, more powerful batteries for electric cars, power grid
Engineers find that solid-state batteries with a little liquid electrolyte are safer than lithium-ion batteries.
Atomic-scale manufacturing might not just be for qubits anymore
A recent LDRD Grand Challenge project could transform electronics and solve energy challenges.
A virtual success
In Sandia’s first distinguished visit done virtually, the DOE secretary connected with staff, programs and the workforce.
Black engineer awards distinguish Sandia Labs
Ten engineers received awards for their expertise in mechanical, electrical, civil, aerospace and aeronautical engineering, as well as academic pursuits and community involvement. Read about this year’s winners.
Sandia engineer elected fellow of two prestigious national societies
Manager Babu Chalamala has been elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science and National Academy of Inventors for his technical contributions to energy storage systems.