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JERA and Toyota deploy first large capacity Sweep Energy Storage System with second-life batteries

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That contributes to reducing costs and helps avoid power loss when converting from AC to DC by PCS, with the aim of improving effective energy use. The 485 kW / 1,260 kWh facility will comprise lithium-ion batteries, nickel metal-hydride batteries, and lead-acid batteries.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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Hyundai’s strategy involves an adaptation of the modular 6-speed transmission, replacing the torque converter with an electric motor and high-efficiency oil pump. times more energy density than nickel-metal hydride batteries, allowing Hyundai engineers to devote less space and weight to the battery pack.

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NSF to award up to $13M for fundamental work on sustainable production of electricity and transportation fuels

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Photosynthetic processes used by plants or algae use sunlight to convert atmospheric CO 2 to energy-rich metabolites (carbohydrates, lipids, or hydrocarbons) which can be processed into transportation fuels. Solar photovoltaic (PV) devices harvest and convert sunlight directly to electricity. Photovoltaic Solar Energy.

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Toyota introduces second-generation Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle as design and technology flagship

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and has higher capacity than the nickel metal-hydride battery used in the first-gen model (310.8v Direct current from the battery is converted into three-phase alternating current for the FC air compressor and the electric drive motor. In the 2021 Mirai, a lithium-ion battery is smaller and lighter (98.3 seconds.

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Toyota: Prius PHEV Fuel Economy Not Yet Available

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They are very early “converted” prototypes using double nickel-metal hydride batteries. In a post on Toyota’s Open Road blog, Irv Miller, Toyota Group Vice President – Environmental and Public Affairs, wrote that contrary to some recent reports, Toyota has yet to offer mileage estimates on its plug-in hybrid technology.

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New 2019 Toyota Avalon hybrid boosts fuel economy 10% to 44 mpg combined

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THS II uses two electric motors—MG1 and MG2—to supplement the charging of the hybrid system’s Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) battery pack, while MG2 assists the engine. Dimensionally, DC-DC converter’s output filter is smaller, lighter, and quieter for an improved passenger experience.

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Tier 1 HELLA evaluating PowerGenix NiZn batteries for 48V mild hybrid vehicles

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NiZn offers superior energy and power density compared to lead-acid and Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) and avoids the high costs and safety issues associated with Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Marc Nalbach of HELLA. Source: PowerGenix. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).