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Amprius’ silicon nanowire Li-ion batteries power Airbus Zephyr S HAPS solar aircraft

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a manufacturer and developer of high energy and high capacity lithium-ion batteries, announced that the company is supplying advanced lithium-ion cells to the Airbus Defence and Space Zephyr Program. Amprius, Inc., However, in particle or film structures silicon is not stable and lasts only a few recharge cycles.

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Stanford scientists identify new Li-B-S solid electrolyte materials that boost lithium-ion battery performance

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Stanford University scientists have identified a new solid-state Li-ion electrolyte predicted to exhibit simultaneously fast ionic conductivity, wide electrochemical stability, low cost, and low mass density. log scale) of several known solid Li-ion conductors and the predicted values for the best Li?B?S Sendek et al.

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Honda unveils Fit EV concept and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle platform at Los Angeles Auto Show

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When the Fit EV production model is introduced, it will be powered by a lithium-ion battery and coaxial electric motor. In addition to the 3-mode E-Drive system, the Fit EV will include several interactive coaching systems to assist the driver in maximizing battery range. and Google, Inc.

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Tesla Prepping IPO

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electric-car maker Tesla Motors plans to go public soon, two sources familiar with the matter said, amid growing interest in green technology and battery-powered vehicles. Tesla’s investors include Google co-founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page. Electric-car maker Tesla preparing IPO. by Reuters.

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Best electric scooters in India 2023

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Ather 450X Ather Energy is an Indian electric powered automobile corporation situated in Bangalore. Produces two battery-powered scooters, the Ather 450X and the Ather 450 Plus. Ather is also the only scooter in the world that offers onboard navigation powered by Google. The maximum speed allowed is 55 km/h.

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Slow start for charge of the electric cars - Times Online

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Variations of lithium-ion batteries, as used on a smaller scale in laptops andmobile phones, are seen as the next big step. Virtually all the world’s bigmotor manufacturers are building prototypes using lithium-ion batteries butso far they have reached production only in a few low-volume models.