Transportation & Fuels

Transportation & Fuels

Advancing affordable, available, and efficient energy use for America’s energy future

Foundational physical and computational research at Sandia helps to accelerate innovation in transportation and fuels. Our research programs span multiple transportation modes, including passenger automobiles, heavy-duty freight, off-road machinery, marine, rail, and aviation, while also investigating diverse and alternative fuel options. Our efforts not only advance new technologies but also enhance safety and security in the field.

Research Focus Areas

Resources

  • Access journal articles, technical reports, presentations, books, and multimedia.

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  • Learn more about our state-of-the-art facilities.

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  • Discover and contact experts through the Earth, Energy, and Environmental Science directory.

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  • Discover and browse success stories through the Lab Partnering Service.

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  • Browse select computational codes, data sets, models, software, tools, and toolkits.

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  • Tour the Applied Biosciences Laboratory
    In the Applied Bioscience Laboratory at Sandia California, the bioscience research focus is two-pronged: advancing the bioeconomy and transforming the nation’s biopreparedness.

    Tour the Combustion Research Facility
    The Combustion Research Facility, located at Sandia’s California site, is advancing fundamental physical sciences and technologies for America’s energy future.

  • Work with Us

    We partner with large and small businesses, universities, and government agencies. With multiple agreement types to select from, partners can access world-class science, engineering, experts, and infrastructure.

    Contact

    Sarah Allendorf
    (925) 294-3379
    swallen@sandia.gov