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JULY 8, 2013

received an order from privately held ePower Engine Systems LLC for PbC batteries and management systems required to convert 10 Class 8 trucks from standard internal combustion engines (ICE) to series diesel electric hybrid drive train systems utilizing ePower’s proprietary technology. Axion Power International, Inc.

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JULY 1, 2021

Battery metal prices have recovered strongly in the first half of the year, incentivizing new projects to come online. China controls the battery chemical industry, with the biggest market share for all of the five main battery materials: lithium, nickel, manganese, cobalt and graphite.

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OCTOBER 20, 2022

billion to 21 projects to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and the electrical grid and for materials and components currently imported from other countries. Group14 Technologies , Commercial Manufacturing of a Stable Silicon Anode Material Towards Fostering a Strong US Battery Supply Chain, $100,000,000.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2013

Generalized form of the molten air battery. Researchers at George Washington University led by Dr. Stuart Licht have introduced the principles of a new class rechargeable molten air batteries that offer amongst the highest intrinsic electric energy storage capabilities. Licht et al. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.]

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MAY 17, 2019

BorgWarner introduced its Onboard Battery Charger (OBC), adding to the company’s impressive portfolio of technologies for plug-in hybrid and pure-electric vehicles. This technology uses silicon carbide technology and is best-in-class for power density, power conversion efficiency and safety compliance, the company says.

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JUNE 6, 2019

With its new Dual Voltage Battery Management System and PowerPack 48 Volt products, the company is now one of the first on the market to offer innovative battery module solutions for mild-hybrid vehicles. HELLA developed the Dual Voltage Battery Management System for the compact and mid-range class.

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OCTOBER 13, 2018

Mercedes-Benz is initially using this type of powertrain in the C-Class, E-Class and S-Class. kWh battery in the hybrid vehicles is paired with either a gasoline engine or, for the first time, a diesel engine. It is combined with the OM 654 four-cylinder diesel engine for the first time in the C-Class. kWh/100 km).

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AUGUST 4, 2022

Blue Bird customers can future-proof their school bus fleet by purchasing gasoline- or propane-powered vehicles and converting them easily and cost-effectively to zero-emission, electric buses later. Blue Bird plans to launch production of its Class 5-6 EV chassis in late 2023. Earlier post.)

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OCTOBER 19, 2022

billion to 21 projects to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) and the electrical grid and for materials and components currently imported from other countries. Group14 Technologies , Commercial Manufacturing of a Stable Silicon Anode Material Towards Fostering a Strong US Battery Supply Chain, $100,000,000.

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AUGUST 6, 2023

In addition to the 1,000-plus-horsepower Fisker Ronin grand-touring four-door convertible ( earlier post ) and the Fisker PEAR sustainable city EV ( earlier post ), Chairman and CEO Henrik presided over reveals of the Fisker Ocean SUV with a Force-E offroad package and the Fisker Alaska all-electric pickup truck.

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FEBRUARY 26, 2022

Prices for nickel, a key battery material, rose to their highest levels since 2011 this week following Russian president Vladimir Putin’s decision to send troops into Ukraine. Oil prices rose to a seven-year high above $100 a barrel, while palladium, used in catalytic converters, also hit a seven-month high.

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MARCH 31, 2021

Battery-electric AMG derivatives based on the new Mercedes Electric Vehicle Architecture (EVA) for luxury and premium-class vehicles. Added to this is the High Performance Battery we developed, which boasts twice the power density of conventional drive batteries and, like many other components, is inspired by technology from Formula 1.

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NOVEMBER 9, 2017

UPS and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that new technology will be developed to convert UPS package delivery vehicles from diesel to electric. If successful, the Bronx-based project is expected to bring a production version of the converted truck to the streets of New York City by Spring 2018.

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APRIL 10, 2017

Renesas Electronics Corporation announced its new 100kW-class inverter solution that achieves industry-leading small volume of 3.9 liter (L) for high-power 100kW-class motors in mid- to large-sized hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) including SUVs, and mid- to small-sized electric vehicles (EVs). L in the 50 kW class.

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MARCH 3, 2023

The flight, conducted under an FAA Special Airworthiness Certificate, was the first in a two-year flight test campaign expected to culminate in 2025 with entry into passenger service of ATR 72 regional aircraft converted to run on hydrogen. The other remained a conventional engine for safety of flight. Deliveries will start in 2025.

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MAY 11, 2017

Half-bridge circuits are the centerpiece of many voltage converters. Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Solid State Physics IAF has now produced and demonstrated the world’s first monolithically integrated GaN half bridge for the important 600 volt class. This means that they require smaller output filters.

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JUNE 17, 2013

the developer of advanced lead­carbon PbC batteries and energy storage systems, has received a second order for PbC batteries designed to operate in string formation to increase fuel efficiency and decrease emissions in Class 8 trucks retrofitted by privately held Florence, KY-based ePower Engine Systems. Earlier post.).

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FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The Dash 8-300 flying testbed has a megawatt-class hydrogen fuel cell powertrain installed in one of its nacelles. Universal Hydrogen’s powertrain does not utilize a hybrid battery architecture; all of the power is transmitted directly from the fuel cells to the electric motor, significantly decreasing weight and lifecycle cost.

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AUGUST 30, 2012

Designed to provide cleaner transportation at Southern California’s ports, these electric trucks—a Navistar International Pro-Star on-road tractor and a Kalmar Ottawa off-road tractor—have been converted from diesel fuel to run on electric battery power. TransPower, in collaboration with EPC Power Corp.,

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JULY 22, 2021

announced a battery and power electronics development and supply agreement and an investment in eNow, Inc., a provider of solar and battery power systems that enable fully-electric Transport Refrigeration Units (eTRUs) for Class 8 commercial trailers. XL Fleet Corp.

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SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

The A-Class E-CELL. Mercedes-Benz is introducing the A-Class E-CELL, a compact five-seat battery-electric car with a range of more than 200 km (124 miles) (NEDC), targeted as a family EV for urban areas. A total production run of 500 A-Class E-CELL cars will be built at Rastatt, beginning in autumn 2010. Click to enlarge.

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FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Developed to support commercial vehicle manufacturers, specialist vehicle converters and fleet operators, PACES complies with ISO regulations and exceeds stringent European Small Series Type Approval safety standards. and 4.25t segments.

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MARCH 31, 2014

The C 180 (115 kW) with manual transmission was taken as the base variant of the new C-Class at market launch for the lifecycle analysis; it was compared with the corresponding preceding model. Production of the new C-Class results in a higher CO 2 emissions than in the case of the predecessor (7.3 The new C-Class.

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JUNE 19, 2021

The BMW i Hydrogen NEXT is a pure electric vehicle that uses hydrogen as fuel by converting it into electricity in a fuel cell. Hydrogen fuel cell technology can be an attractive option for sustainable drive trains—especially in larger vehicle classes. This functional testing is now being followed with field testing on the roads.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2018

The models can be delivered with different battery sizes according to the vehicles’ intended use and budget. With the MEB it is possible—dependent on battery size and the model concerned—to achieve ranges of about 330 to more than 500 km (as per WLTP). BUZZ CARGO concept is positioned in the size class beneath the Crafter.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

Limited (CATL) have concluded a long-term strategic cooperation agreement under which the partners will jointly specify high-performance battery cells. The cells are to be used in the 48-volt battery developed by Bosch. This battery is the core element of 48-volt hybrid powertrain systems. Bosch 48V battery pack.

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JULY 19, 2017

With its lithium-ion battery, the 48 volt network allows outputs of up to 16 kW and thereby considerably extends the range of applications for electrical consumers. The conventional 12 volt network is likewise supplied from the new network using a 48 volt/12 volt DC/DC converter. combined fuel consumption: 6.6 l/100 km/ 35.8

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FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Orbia’s Fluorinated Solutions business Koura signed a technology licensing agreement with Kanto Denka Kogyo for lithium hexafluorophoshate (LiPF 6 ), a lithium-ion battery electrolyte material. The agreement provides Koura with access to Kanto Denka Kogyo’s world-class technology and industry expertise in commercial LiPF 6 production.

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APRIL 7, 2017

The industry-first Class-6 International brand armored truck was the first delivery from the company’s newly expanded Dixon, California hybrid and electric vehicle center of excellence. Efficient Drivetrains has delivered the first of six plug-in-hybrid electric armored vehicles to Sectran Security.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Rolls-Royce, Porterbrook and Chiltern Railways have put a hybrid diesel-battery-electric train that reduces CO 2 emissions by up to 25% into passenger service in the UK. Together with the leasing company Porterbrook and Chiltern Railways, Rolls-Royce has converted a Class 168 DMU into the HybridFLEX train.

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OCTOBER 29, 2022

Most of Indonesia’s nickel output is currently Class 2 nickel , a low-purity type used for stainless steel. The country’s government and the mining sector are determined to transform its nickel industry to meet the rising demand for Class 1 nickel, a crucial component for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.).

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OCTOBER 31, 2020

Together with Lightning eMotors, formerly known as Lightning Systems, the partners have created a five-step process for identifying, assessing and converting a wide range of “donor” diesel coach models that fit the criteria for fast-track battery electric conversion.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2022

So let’s learn more about energy storage and energy storage battery today. What is a battery? A battery is a device for energy conversion and storage, which converts chemical or physical energy into electrical energy through a reaction. Nickel-based battery: NiMH battery is a kind of battery with good performance.

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AUGUST 9, 2019

Renesas Electronics Corporation announced its fourth-generation lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery management IC that offers unmatched lifetime accuracy. The ISL78714 battery management IC enables battery management systems with a best-in-class combination of battery pack monitoring accuracy, fast data acquisition, and fault checking features.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

million) under a contract with Walmart Canada for its forklift battery systems. The retailer will convert the forklifts in one distribution center from lead acid batteries to Electrovaya’s drop-in lithium ion battery systems. Electrovaya Inc. has secured initial purchase orders worth approximately C$4.3 million (US$3.51

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AUGUST 7, 2018

A team from Tohoku University and Tokyo Tech have addressed one of the major disadvantages of all-solid-state batteries by developing batteries with a low resistance at their electrode/solid electrolyte interface. cm 2 in solid-state Li batteries with Li(Ni 0.5 Structure of the thin-film all-solid-state batteries.

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OCTOBER 22, 2020

The 2022 GMC HUMMER EV Edition 1 will be the first vehicle in production with GM’s all-new Ultium battery architecture and will offer a large range of on- and off-road features and vehicle dynamics and performance features. The breakthroughs of the Ultium chemistry allow GM to use 70% less cobalt than GM’s previous generation of EVs.

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