QS Energy, Inc., AOT Update

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QS Energy (OTCQB:QSEP) provided an update on its Applied Oil Technology (AOT) testing, confirming an 80% correction of necessary improvements for reliable AOT performance. Recent tests achieved high voltage in both air and oil without anomalies, suggesting previous issues were insulation failures. Laboratory results indicated that the oil sample could withstand up to 40 kV. Discussions with development partners have resumed, aiming for further field tests with actual pipeline oil. Completion of final design criteria for the new grid pack is underway.

Positive

• Achieved an 80% correction of necessary improvements for AOT.
• Successfully conducted tests demonstrating high voltage capabilities (up to 20 kV) without anomalies.
• Laboratory testing indicated oil can withstand up to 40 kV.

Negative

• None.

Recent AOT testing confirms successful development path

CARSON CITY, NV / ACCESSWIRE / December 10, 2021 / QS Energy, Inc. (the "Company" or "QS Energy") (OTCQB:QSEP), a developer of integrated technology solutions for the energy industry, today provided an update to recent AOT testing.

Since reporting our findings on October 7, 2021, we have been able to positively confirm and correct 80% of what we have determined thus far to be the necessary improvements for a reliable and field worthy AOT. Based on the results of the recent component testing, we were able to rework the original grid pack, achieve high voltage in air and oil to verify that the individual components worked when assembled. As previously explained, the reason for component testing is to reveal a potential problem that could be otherwise concealed with a fully assembled AOT.

Based on the confirmation of these most recent and positive results using the fully assembled AOT, a medium gravity pipeline spec oil (API 23) was procured and pumped into the AOT. We ran the AOT with the reworked original grid pack for an hour at 10 kV and saw no anomalies and no short circuits, confirming our belief that the short condition was a result of failed insulation. We were then able to apply 20 kV to the oil despite utilizing a reworked original grid pack. This high voltage result seems to demonstrate that we have solved the problems reported in June of 2020. Subsequent testing in the laboratory showed the oil (API 23) would support a voltage of 40 kV. Between the laboratory data and issues found during recent component testing we are in the process of confirming the final design criteria for a new grid pack which represents the remaining 20% necessary for full treatment effect.

At this point, we have reopened discussions with our original development partner as well as reaching out to others. While we have tested with a representative oil sample, the next step is to test a development partner's actual pipeline oil as a prelude to another field test.

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About Applied Oil Technology

QS Energy's patented Applied Oil Technology (AOT) is a solid-state turn-key system which uses a high volt / low amp electric field to reduce crude oil viscosity. AOT installs inline on crude oil pipelines, operates unattended without interrupting pipeline flow, with full remote monitoring and control. More information is available online at www.qsenergy.com.

About QS Energy

QS Energy, Inc. (OTCQB:QSEP), develops and markets crude oil flow assurance technologies designed to deliver measurable performance improvements to pipeline operations in the midstream and upstream crude oil markets. More information is available at www.qsenergy.com.

Company Contact:
QS Energy, Inc.
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E-mail: investor@qsenergy.com
Sales: sales@qsenergy.com

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FAQ

What recent updates did QS Energy provide about AOT testing?

QS Energy confirmed an 80% improvement in AOT testing, achieving high voltage capabilities without anomalies.

What voltage levels were confirmed during the recent AOT tests by QS Energy?

The recent tests achieved voltage levels of up to 20 kV, with laboratory results indicating the ability to support up to 40 kV.

Is QS Energy planning to conduct further field tests after the AOT updates?

Yes, QS Energy is discussing further field tests with its development partners using actual pipeline oil.

What percentage of improvements have been confirmed for the reliability of the AOT by QS Energy?

QS Energy has confirmed 80% of the necessary improvements for the reliability of the AOT.