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Liacon introduces new 12V Group 31 LFP battery with a 4000+ cycle life

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Germany-based Liacon, one of Europe’s largest battery manufacturers, has released a new, more versatile lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) battery that can replace all Group 31 lead-acid units. Lead acid batteries typically get 200-400 cycles before they fail. Group 31 batteries are one of the highest selling in the market.

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Eaton developing suite of 48V technologies to help commercial vehicle manufacturers meet new global emission regulations

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Eaton’s Vehicle Group is developing a wide range of 48-volt energy storage solutions, including lead-acid batteries and supercapacitors. Eaton’s Electrical Components Group is our partner for supercapacitors, and we will be working with most commercial vehicle battery manufacturers for lead-acid batteries.

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GS Yuasa develops 12V Li-ion battery for start/stop applications

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The external configuration of the Li-ion battery is compatible with DIN LN5 12V lead-acid batteries, and the operational voltage range is almost the same as the lead-acid battery. Therefore, the new lithium-ion battery can physically replace a LN5 lead-acid battery in a vehicle. Click to enlarge.

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A123 Systems introduces new Nanophosphate EXT Li-ion battery technology with optimized performance in extreme temperatures; OEM micro-hybrid program due next year

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We feel that we have erased the cold cranking deficit—the Achilles heel [for Li-ion] from a performance perspective against lead acid. ” Based on our analysis, the performance of A123’s new Nanophosphate EXT at high temperatures is unlike anything we’ve ever seen from lead acid, lithium ion or any other battery technology.

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Ford concentrates on control strategies for low-cost start-stop system for Fusion

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With an appropriate modification of the alternator control strategy, lead-acid batteries can provide brake energy recuperation functionality. It is a more durable 12V lead-acid battery. —Budde-Meiwes et al. AGM batteries are actually a very good solution for start/stop. 2011.12.045.

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United Natural Foods Installing Air Products Hydrogen Fueling Technology for 65 Fuel Cell Forklifts

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UNFI looked to this initiative to replace lead acid batteries and their associated charging equipment with hydrogen fuel cells as part of its culture of social responsibility and its commitment to using clean energy, as well as to improve efficiency, productivity and reliability.

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BGauss to launch 2 new electric scooters in India 

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52,499 for the A2 lead-acid battery version and up to ? Also read related article: Electric scooters comparisons-Bajaj Chetak & BGauss B8. ” BGauss electric scooters in India . At present, BGauss has B8 and A2 electric scooters in India which are priced from ? 67,999 for the lithium-ion battery model.

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