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Makani developed tethered kite-like structures designed to capture wind power at higher altitudes as an alternative to traditional wind turbines. The technology aimed to reduce costs compared to conventional turbine installations.

Advanced systems that combine solar power generation with additional energy conversion or storage mechanisms. The article mentions these as a focus of the DOE grant recipients.

Solar cells used in the hybrid converter to generate electricity and redirect infrared sunlight to a thermal receiver.

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A wind energy project developing tethered kite-like structures to capture wind power as an alternative to traditional turbines. The technology aimed to reduce costs compared to conventional wind energy installations.

Development of a high-performance hybrid solar energy converter that efficiently generates steam and electricity.

Tethered kite-like structures designed to capture wind power at higher altitudes as an alternative to traditional wind turbines. The technology aimed to reduce costs and improve efficiency compared to conventional wind energy installations.