CX-007857: Categorical Exclusion Determination

Development and Endurance Testing of SLH Timing Belt Powertrain in Hydraulic Laboratory Environment CX(s) Applied: A9, B3.6 Date: 01/26/2012 Location(s): Massachusetts Offices(s): Golden Field Office

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January 26, 2012
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Development and Endurance Testing of SLH Timing Belt Powertrain in Hydraulic Laboratory Environment
CX(s) Applied: A9, B3.6
Date: 01/26/2012
Location(s): Massachusetts
Offices(s): Golden Field Office

DOE is proposing to provide federal funding to Natel Energy, Inc. (Natel) to conduct laboratory research and development activities that advance Natel's hydroengine technology. Compared to the current design, the new powertrain would be fifty percent less expensive and ten times lighter.