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ARPA-E Battery/Storage Exposition 14 Jan

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The purpose of the event is to connect these teams with potential investors and partners. The projects that comprise ARPA-E’s GRIDS program are developing storage technologies that can store renewable energy for use at any location on the grid at an investment cost less than $100 per kilowatt hour. Open funding solicitations.

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Audi expands connected services offerings

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Audi is broadening its range of online services with the new Audi connect offerings myCarManager and myService. The latest version of the “Audi MMI connect” smartphone app now also includes vehicle-specific services such as myCarManager. The workshop can now contact the customer to arrange their upcoming appointment.

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Solar Power for Sheds and Electric Car Charging Solutions

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From workshops to art studios, powering it with solar energy can exponentially enhance its functionality. – Link to Battery Storage: Having battery storage is essential for storing any excess solar energy produced for use when sunlight is unavailable. Why Opt for Solar in Your Shed?

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California Energy Commission to Hold Public Workshop on $46M+ in Grants for Biomethane, Medium-and Heavy-Duty Advanced Vehicle Technology, and Alt and Renewable Fuel Infrastructure

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The California Energy Commission staff will conduct a public workshop on 15 December to discuss three grant solicitations to be funded by the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Program (Program). A minimum of $46 million will be available from the three solicitations. Alternative and Renewable Fuel Infrastructure. Natural gas.

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Volvo introducing Pilot Assist II semi-autonomous drive tech as standard on MY2017 XC90

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PowerPulse takes fresh air via the air filter, compresses it and stores it in the tank. 90 Series connectivity updates. Volvo’s in-car connectivity and driver interface system, Sensus, will receive several new native apps across the range for 2016, including Spotify and Park and Pay.

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James Wimshurst’s Electrostatic Immortality

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It was this style of generator that Wimshurst began tinkering with in his home workshop in the early 1880s. With the assistance of his two sons, he created a laboratory and workshop where he tinkered with influence machines until he perfected his design. You can also build your own device with items from a hardware store.

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Fraunhofer team develops prototype of intelligent battery cell; lower cost, longer range packs

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This is problematic, since the cells are connected in series. With the new Fraunhofer approach, if a cell is empty, but the others still have energy stored, the car does not have to stop like it did before. If a battery cell malfunctions, it is not necessary to bring the vehicle to the workshop.

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