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Bombardier (now Alstom) to convert AGC hybrid trains to full battery power

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One of our first sustainable mobility solutions was a dual-mode Autorail à Grande Capacité (AGC) train, designed and developed by its Crespin site in France; the AGC was the world’s first hybrid train when it entered service in 2007. With 2,473 AGC train cars in operation today, the AGC is the largest regional fleet operated in France.

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Purdue and Duke Energy to explore potential for SMR nuclear power source for campus

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Significantly smaller than traditional nuclear power plants, an SMR could meet current and future needs for Purdue’s West Lafayette campus as well as provide excess power to the state’s electric grid. No other option holds as much potential to provide reliable, adequate electric power with zero carbon emissions.

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Ford Fusion first global vehicle program using seat fabric from recycled material

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In North America, for instance, Ford has increased use of recycled yarns from zero in 2007 to nearly 66% of vehicle programs for 2013. She says the idea is to one day have all Ford fabrics consist of recycled material. Fusion is the latest example of the Ford commitment to use recycled material whenever possible.

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EVO Electric Ltd. Launches New Generation of High Power Density Axial Flux Motor and Generators; Applications Include Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

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EVO Electric Ltd. , a 2007 spin out from Imperial College London, has launched its new generation of Axial Flux motor and generator technology. The reported power density puts EVO’s electric machines well above the US Department of Energy’s targets for 2015 and 2020 (1.3 Click to enlarge. kW/kg, respectively). Earlier post.).

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Bright Automotive Applies for $35M in Stimulus Package Grants to Accelerate Production of PHEV

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Bright Automotive has applied for $35 million in government grants to accelerate the production of its plug-in hybrid the IDEA ( earlier post ), and to deliver battery solutions to the industry through its engineering services arm. The company continues to work with the Department of Energy in support of its application.

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Meet Mr. Internet: Vint Cerf

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The two had been exchanging ideas in person and via email and reviewing the work of others who were trying to solve similar issues. And there was something utterly beguiling about this idea.” There are few people in the industry who have the combination of technical understanding, integrity, openness to new ideas, and kindness.”

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A 100 m.p.g. truck? A Bright IDEA | Freep.com | Detroit Free Press

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A Bright IDEA BY SARAH A. will be unveiling its IDEA, a 100 miles-per-gallon plug-in hybrid electric vehicle. For years now, inventors and sellers of electric car conversion kits have been blasting traditional automakers for not providing the 100 m.p.g. Bright is planning to sell its IDEA to commercial businesses only.

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