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A123 Systems and Wanxiang execute definitive agreements for investment of up to $465M in A123

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US-based Li-ion battery manufacturer A123 Systems announced the execution of definitive agreements with China’s Wanxiang Group Corporation, which follows the non-binding memorandum of understanding (MOU) that A123 signed with Wanxiang on 8 August 2012. Earlier post.) — David Vieau, CEO of A123.

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Omnitek Engineering completes $5M placement; financing to facilitate diesel to natural gas truck engine conversion sales

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Omnitek Engineering Corporation, a developer of natural gas engines and diesel-to-natural gas conversion systems, has entered into a definitive agreement with investors for a private placement of common stock and warrants to raise approximately $5.0 acted as the sole placement agent in connection with the transaction.

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Tata Ace Gold - Electric Truck Conversion

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By Atul Gopal ​We had an opportunity to visit Nothway Motorsports to check out their new electric truck conversion kit. And most truck operators would have some connections with factories and warehouses where 3 phase connections are already available. With 3 phase charging, you can recharge your battery in about an hour.

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Hyundai to debuts a number of new automotive connectivity and assistance technologies at CES, including Siri and Eyes Free mode

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Hyundai will debut a number of new vehicle technologies for connectivity and driver assistance at the the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), 8-11 January in Las Vegas. and Wi-Fi/3G connectivity options with user-centric interface design.

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Sandia team puts power into local grid with supercritical CO2 closed-loop Brayton-cycle turbine

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In comparison, the Brayton cycle has a theoretical conversion efficiency upwards of 50%. We’ve been striving to get here for a number of years, and to be able to demonstrate that we can connect our system through a commercial device to the grid is the first bridge to more efficient electricity generation.

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myenergi champions greener future at Earthfest 2024

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The event, which took place at the King’s Cross estate in London, aimed to inspire positive and definitive climate action. The conversation dug deeper into the company’s latest product range and explored how homeowners can take charge of their energy consumption and reduce their carbon footprint.

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MAN offering pre-chamber spark plugs for turbocharged nat gas engines to increase efficiency; hydrogen admixture up to 20% by volume

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A conversion of the engines is not necessary for the use of pre-chamber spark plugs. This is a definite plus in terms of reducing maintenance costs. This includes operation with hydrogen-containing fuels with up to 20% hydrogen admixture.

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