In both studies, great lengths have been taken to develop rigorous physics-based vehicle models, including consideration of architectures, power train, overall accessory loads, and sensitivity to drive cycle and external ambient temperatures. Similar attention to detail has been paid to developing practical and representative EV charging profiles, reasonable mapping of standard drive cycles to real-world trips […]
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The charging profiles were constructed using both Level 2 and Level 3 charging systems
Together, the route data and power train models determine the energy consumption in each simulation. Our methodology affords access to established data and extends prior vehicle propulsion energy and emissions analyses. In Phase I of the EVALUATE project, the team utilized a 5- cycle EPA dyno schedule and fuel economy label weighting protocol and has continued […]
Weed resistance should be confirmed by controlled studies conducted by a weed scientist
A stand life of 3 to 5 years is common in the Central Valley of California and other warm, long growing-season areas of the Southwest. A stand life of 5 to 7 years is common in much of the Northwest, and some alfalfa stands remain in production in excess of 10 years. As suggested by […]
Tomatoes are then transplanted into undisturbed or strip-tilled beds in spring
In CT systems, however, residues may be present at the time of herbicide application and may decrease the herbicide’s effectiveness as the residues intercept the herbicides, reducing the amount of herbicide that can reach and kill germinating weed seeds . Since most preemergence herbicides can be surface applied and then incorporated into the soil by […]
There are several challenges to implementation of control strategies
Climate change could also influence food safety; it is predicted to increase the prevalence of mycotoxin contamination, with new areas becoming at risk and current hotspots having more frequent and severe episodes . Consequently, research into multiple avenues for reducing mycotoxins in human and animal food should be a high priority. Because many diseases and […]
Research on plant-microbe/pest interactions is at an inflection point
Numerous reviews and reports have documented the global challenges to feeding the growing human population . More people living longer, healthier, more affluent lives will put increased pressure on food production systems. Climate change is predicted to further exacerbate challenges to food production. Furthermore, insufficient food is a major causal factor inciting civil strife. The […]
Two non-certified specialty rice varieties are medium grain rice with red pericarp
RR125 is similar to bronzehull Type 2 weedy rice while RR126 is a strawhull type that is mostly awnless. In phylogenetic analysis, RR125 was grouped with Type 2 weedy rice and RR126 was grouped with Type 5 weedy rice . STRUCTURE indicated membership of RR125 to the genetic cluster composed primarily of Type 2 weedy […]
We explored the long-term success of restored vernal pools through two approaches
Primarily, we desire to underscore the need for thoughtful and strategic restoration that is paired with invasive species control. In a cautionary example of the importance of such a pairing, managers in southwestern riparian ecosystems achieved success in controlling the invasive Salt Cedar , only to discover that without combining control efforts with native vegetation restoration, […]
Annual fescue is widespread but not desirable for improving forage
Biological control has primarily focused on insects that attack the flower heads. Only two insects have proven somewhat effective, including the hairy weevil and the false peacock fly , having been reported to reduce seed production . Revegetation with native or introduced grasses, legumes, or other forbs is an important component of long-term yellow starthistle management.Methods […]
The plant usually matures and sheds its windblown seeds from late July to October
Recovery times tended to be longer for R. crispus compared to other weed species, particularly when fed to growing heifers .All main effects and their interactions were significant for the seed viability and recovered viable seed measured over the four consecutive dates . The highest value of total recovered viable seed was observed with S. halepense when […]