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APRIL 6, 2010

SGL Automotive Carbon Fibers LLC, the joint venture between SGL Group and BMW Group ( earlier post ), will build a carbon fiber manufacturing plant in Moses Lake, WA. In the next step, the facility in Moses Lake will convert the polyacrylic fibers into the actual carbon fibers.

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OCTOBER 27, 2014

which develops, manufactures, and markets proprietary graphene-based nanocomposite materials for various types of 3D printing, including fused filament fabrication, has developed a 3D printable graphene battery. However, a true multi-material 3D printer would enable the printing of the entire battery in one single print, the company notes.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2009

Specifically, the funding will go toward reducing the production cost of carbon fiber manufacturing, to help in reducing the weight of vehicles; improved efficiency and lower costs for car batteries; and net-zero energy building technologies. million to modify and enhance its Battery Abuse Testing Laboratory.

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JUNE 12, 2012

The top two awards, one of $9 million to a project led by Dow Chemical, and one of $8.999 million to a project led by PolyPlus, will fund projects tackling, respectively, the manufacturing of low-cost carbon fibers and the manufacturing of electrodes for ultra-high-energy-density lithium-sulfur, lithium-seawater and lithium-air batteries.

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JULY 19, 2022

Supernal partnered with the Group’s design studios to create the cabin concept as the company works to certify its eVTOL vehicle for commercial use in the United States starting in 2028 and in the EU and UK shortly after. —Jaiwon Shin, President of Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of Supernal. —Jaiwon Shin.

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OCTOBER 4, 2022

LightMAT comprises a network of 11 national laboratories with technical capabilities highly relevant to the development and commercial use of lightweight materials and manufacturing processes. A Machine Learning Assisted Weld Quality Diagnostic Tool to Assure Structural Integrity of EV Battery Enclosure. General Motors.

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APRIL 13, 2020

Researchers in Europe, with colleagues from Samsung R&D Institute in Japan, have developed a highly stable Fe 3 O 4 /C composite for use as a conversion electrode in all-solid-state Li-ion batteries. increasing demand for battery systems with higher energy density requests a breakthrough in finding new materials. —Maroni et al.

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JANUARY 18, 2014

VTO is seeking projects that address the major challenges to developing and commercializing batteries for plug?in As described in multiple DOE reports, the main barriers to widespread PEV commercialization are the cost; performance and life; and abuse tolerance of high?energy energy batteries. in electric vehicles (PEVs).

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APRIL 6, 2023

Researchers at the University of Wyoming, for example, developed a process to convert coal powder to graphite using a microwave oven, while researchers at The George Washington University have proposed another method to convert coal to battery-grade graphite.

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AUGUST 21, 2014

High speed precision printing and UV curing for ceramic separators This project will develop the next generation of safer Lithium Ion PEV batteries by combining high speed precision printing and UV curing to instantly fixture ceramics on separator film. Batteries Engines Materials Motors Power Electronics' Miltec UV International, LLC.

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JANUARY 22, 2018

In a paper in the journal Small , the team reports that the metal/metal oxide@N-doped graphitic carbon fibers—especially Co 3 O 4 —exhibit comparable ORR catalytic activity but superior stability and methanol tolerance versus the industry-standard platinum in alkaline solutions. Tang et al. Click to enlarge.

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MARCH 6, 2018

Lightning Systems, a global developer of efficiency and emissions improvement solutions for fleets, announced that it is on schedule for March deliveries of its new battery-electric LightningElectric conversion system for Ford Transit. Depending on battery option and drive cycle, LightningElectric has a payload capacity of up to 4,000 pounds.

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MARCH 27, 2018

KULR Technology has reached agreement with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) to be the exclusive manufacturing and distribution partner for the patented Internal Short Circuit (ISC) device which causes predictable battery cell failures in lithium-ion batteries, making them easier to study and, therefore, safer.

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AUGUST 6, 2020

Agility Fuel Solution, a leading global provider of clean fuel solutions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, introduced its new third-generation roof-mount compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel system for Automated Side Loader, Rear End Loader and Front End Loader refuse collection vehicles.

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MARCH 25, 2016

Lithium-metal anodes are favored for use in next-generation rechargeable Li-air or Li-sulfur batteries due to a tenfold higher theoretical specific capacity than graphite (3,860 mAh/g vs. 372 mAh/g); light weight and lowest anode potential. The Li flowed easily into the scaffold and occupied the empty spaces between each single fiber.

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OCTOBER 22, 2020

The network is launching one of their many joint projects today—an eight-month project to develop and manufacture multi-material battery enclosures for electric vehicles. AZL Aachen GmbH specializes in composite-based lightweight production and offers cross-industry services for business development and technology development.

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MAY 28, 2020

Agility Fuel Solutions (Agility), a leading global provider of clean fuel solutions for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, introduced the new fifth-generation ProRail CNG fuel system. The ProRail is known for its lightweight and durable design, utilizing carbon fiber composite TUFFSHELL ACF Type 4 CNG cylinders.

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APRIL 14, 2017

Designed specifically to meet the needs of commercial fleets, the W-15 is believed to be the first plug-in, range-extended pickup truck built from the ground up by an original equipment manufacturer (OEM). Composite body with carbon fiber. Production models are scheduled for delivery in 2018. 80-mile all-electric range.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2012

Teijin Limited is introducing Lielsort separators for lithium-ion secondary batteries (LIBs) featuring the world’s first coating made of a fluorine-based compound. The highly heat-resistant separator coated with Teijinconex meta-aramid fibers maintains its shape even at 250°C. Both technologies enable more efficient production.

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MAY 26, 2022

It is expected to bring exceptional performance and reliability with zero operating emissions typically associated with commercial jet engines. It will utilize lightweight material such as carbon fiber-reinforced epoxy. The Lilium Jet’s propulsion mounting system will feature a complex and unique design.

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DECEMBER 15, 2016

million, subject to appropriations, to support research and development of advanced vehicle technologies, including batteries, lightweight materials, and advanced combustion engines, as well as innovative technologies for energy efficient mobility. Battery500 Seedling Projects. Models will be validated using actual performance data.

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APRIL 22, 2018

The study focuses on four promising areas: Carbon fibers and products incorporating carbon fibers. Vanadium flow batteries for electricity storage. Commercial-scale manufacture of high value-added products not intended for combustion is a sound strategy. fly ash and coke).

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MARCH 26, 2013

The CEMI announcement was made at the ribbon cutting of the Department’s Carbon Fiber Technology Facility in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, a new advanced manufacturing facility to reduce the cost of carbon fiber. Carbon Fiber Technology Facility. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 30, 2022

While electric cars will remain the largest electric vehicle market for the foreseeable future in terms of battery demand and market revenue generation, most transport sectors are facing a transition. Battery Demand From Non-automotive EV Sectors in 2021. Electric Trucks - 4.3 GWh annually in 2021.

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AUGUST 31, 2016

Another one of the 13 projects is led by Sepion Technologies, which will partner with LBNL to make new membranes to increase the lifetime of Li-S batteries for hybrid airplanes. Sepion’s polymer membrane technology provides a counterpoint, yielding long-lasting lithium-sulfur cells. Harper International Corp.

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Baua Electric

MAY 3, 2024

According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, about 85-90% of a wind turbine is made of materials that can be commercially recycled. But blades are the exception, as they’re made of fiberglass and carbon fiber bound together with epoxy resin, which is difficult and expensive to break down.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

million in co-funding to support projects focused on battery modeling technologies and computational fluid dynamics. Other projects focus on electric drive battery modeling for vehicles and advancing lightweight materials research to help electric vehicles increase their range and reduce battery needs. Boulder Ionics.

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AUGUST 10, 2011

Light-weighting materials : Five projects awarded to accelerate commercial availability of lighter weight vehicles using advanced materials that dramatically reduce vehicle weight while maintaining the highest safety standards. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The upcoming FOA may include the following areas of interest (AOI): Advanced Technology Battery Cell Development. Analysis suggests that cost parity between electric drive and internal combustion vehicles is possible under certain scenarios when battery pack costs fall below $125/kWh (useable energy). Battery500 Seedling Projects.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2022

By enabling effective stationary and dynamic wireless charging of EVs, this project has the potential to drastically reduce the need for expensive and bulky on-board batteries, enable unlimited range, and accelerate EV penetration. Lithium- and Transition Metal-Free High-Energy Fast-Charging Batteries - $3,400,000.

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AUGUST 14, 2014

developing beyond Li-ion battery technologies. million in co-funding to support projects focused on beyond lithium-ion battery technologies and reducing friction and wear in the powertrain. Fuel efficiency improvements in passenger vehicles and commercial trucks. Ford Motor Company. Stanford University. University of Pittsburgh.

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OCTOBER 4, 2009

The 2015 date for fuel cell vehicles reinforced remarks made in June by vice president Masatami Takimoto about commercialization prospects.( As an example, Yokoyama used the carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) hydrogen storage tank. Toyoda positioned EVs for short-distance travel and fuel cell cars for longer ranges.

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NOVEMBER 1, 2023

And today, technology is maturing to the point that meaningful amounts of these energy giveaways can be harvested to liberate wearables from ever needing a battery. There are, researchers have discovered, a wide range of options to harvest enough microwatts to replace wearables’ batteries. Batteries die before animals do.

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JUNE 28, 2011

This includes research on appropriate anodes, cathodes, and electrolytes for magnesium (Mg)-, sodium (Na)-, and lithium (Li)-based batteries and novel transition metal oxide- and nitride-based supercapacitor electrode materials. High-energy density magnesium batteries for smart electrical grids. Earlier post.)

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MARCH 31, 2014

Low-Cost, High-Energy Si/Graphene Anodes for Li-Ion Batteries. XG Sciences’ graphene nanoplatelets also can be used to improve the performance of batteries and capacitors, printed electronics, coatings, and plastic structural components. Batteries Catalysts Diesel Emissions Fuel Cells Hydrogen Lubricating Oils Motors'

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NOVEMBER 24, 2014

Instead of a battery, the Gyrodrive system uses a magnetically loaded high-speed carbon-fiber flywheel to store the energy generated by a bus as it slows down to stop. In other words, the flywheel cannot be considered as a battery replacement from perspective of storing energy over long durations (such as overnight).

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NOVEMBER 15, 2021

To do so, the company plans to expand its powertrain offerings by adding plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) models to its current model lineup, which includes conventional hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), diesel engine, and battery electric vehicle (BEV) models. MAZDA SPIRIT RACING Bio concept DEMIO.

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