Cold Spray
The Smart Advanced Manufacturing (SAM) program at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is using its cold spray capabilities to research alternative approaches for repairing hydropower turbines and nuclear waste tanks. With cold spray, neither melting nor material degradation occurs, and in the case of hydroelectric turbines, the blades remain in their original shape. The technology facilitates in-field repairs to large, high-value structures.
Emission Control
PNNL is performing catalysis research to help the automotive industry meet air quality standards and overcome challenges with catalyzing emissions in today’s more efficient vehicles.
Vehicle Electrification
PNNL leadership and expertise is focusing on reducing the cost and weight of vehicle batteries while improving battery performance.
Advanced Reactors
PNNL conducts research and development to support the commercialization and licensing of advanced nuclear reactors, including small modular reactors. Small modular reactors and other advanced reactors are expected to reduce economic, security, technical, perceived safety, and regulatory barriers to the accelerated establishment in the U.S. of the next generation of nuclear power.
Distributed Wind
PNNL’s research, data, and analysis help interested parties, policymakers, and industry understand issues unique to distributed wind in the United States.
Nondestructive Examination
At Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), we specialize in advanced NDE research that evaluates the integrity of materials, structures, and components.
Border Security
PNNL applies decades of expertise in science and engineering to help stay ahead of emerging threats at our nation's borders.