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MAY 17, 2011

Odyne Systems, LLC, a manufacturer of hybrid systems for medium and heavy duty trucks, has signed a long-term motor supply agreement with Remy Electric Motors, Inc. Under the agreement, Odyne will use Remy’s HVH250 electric motors in its plug-in hybrid system. Earlier post.).

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DECEMBER 11, 2020

The research pathways focus on fuel diversification, vehicle efficiency, energy storage, lightweight materials, and new mobility technologies to improve the overall energy efficiency and affordability of the transportation system. Transportation and Energy Analysis (Up to $1.2

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DECEMBER 22, 2014

Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Texas at Austin have developed an optimization framework for hybrid-electric and plug-in hybrid-electric vehicles (HEVs and PHEVs) including fuel consumption, motor efficiency, and battery capacity and lifetime. —Shaltout et al.

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DECEMBER 19, 2013

Growth in light duty SSV sales during the next decade will be predominately in the three major market regions of North America, Western Europe, and Asia Pacific, primarily because these regions are the most aggressive in their implementation of fuel economy and emissions regulations. By then, 82.8% billion total in 2013. of the market.

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MAY 16, 2018

Using ultracapacitor energy storage to further reduce life cycle costs, this next-generation hybrid bus has achieved Ultra Low Emission Bus certification with 37% lower greenhouse gas emissions than conventional diesel buses. An ultracapacitor energy storage system replaces the previous generation’s batteries.

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JULY 16, 2014

Offering the highest fuel efficiency and lowest cost per passenger mile of any bus currently on the market, this new model also features a fast-charge system that keeps the bus on the road with no requirement to take them out of service for long charging periods. Fuel economy (with full passenger load and HVAC) is 20.8

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OCTOBER 12, 2012

The program aims to deliver better fuel economy and architectural flexibility for critical mission systems on future surface ships and submarines. The BDPC initiative develops high density and efficiency power converters that enable new, more energy efficient ship power system architectures.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Lightweighting has been a key tool for improving the fuel economy of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles over the past years. Key changes include: Range: BEVs are overwhelmingly more efficient than ICE vehicles due to regenerative braking and more efficient motors. —Anthony Schiavo, Senior Analyst at Lux.

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JULY 17, 2020

Funded through the US Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), projects will conduct research in advanced batteries, electrification, and manufacturing in support of DOE’s Energy Storage Grand Challenge. General Motors LLC. Ford Motor Company.

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JUNE 16, 2015

Among its many other changes, the hybrid Audi R18 e-tron quattro that placed third at the Le Mans 24 Hours this past weekend featured a new generation of the Gyrodrive flywheel hybrid energy storage system, developed by GKN in collaboration with Audi Sport. Earlier post.) When the driver accelerates, the system works in reverse.

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MARCH 4, 2013

Axion Power International, Inc, the developer of advanced lead-carbon PbC batteries and energy storage systems ( earlier post ), has entered a strategic relationship with ePower Engine Systems LLC. the diesel engine powers a generator that in turn provides power directly to the traction motors.

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APRIL 20, 2009

Combined with an onboard microturbine generator for extended range, and a switched reluctance traction motor, MESA lowers emissions and reduces operating costs for buses and large utility vehicles by 50% or more compared to standard diesel powertrains, according to the company. The flex-fuel microturbine weighs less than 500 lbs.

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APRIL 10, 2014

The Odyne hybrid power system combines reliable electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology. Energy is captured using Remy advanced electric propulsion motors, Johnson Controls lithium-ion battery technology, and other components.

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MARCH 9, 2013

The US DOE has released the final version of a new funding opportunity announcement ( DE-FOA-0000793 ) that will award more than $50 million in funding for new projects intended to accelerate the development of advanced plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) technologies to increase vehicle fuel economy and improve performance. Earlier post.)

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AUGUST 31, 2011

Odyne plans to work closely with one of its largest distributors, Terex Utilities, and its supply partner Remy Motors on the project. Through this project, Odyne will install 7 Odyne Hybrid Power systems into bucket trucks and underground utility trucks which will be used in normal fleet operations across the United States.

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MAY 15, 2014

An Odyne hybrid system reduces fleet operating and maintenance costs, and depending on duty cycle, enables large trucks to obtain fuel economy improvements of up to 50% compared to traditional diesel or gasoline engines.

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JANUARY 19, 2017

The company is supplying its drivetrain technology to Yaxing Motor Coach for integration into a fleet of city buses to be delivered in March of this year. (EDI) Awarded Bus Fleet Order for the City of Efficient Drivetrains, Inc. EDI) has received a major order for its EDI PowerDrive 6000 systems from the city of Sheyang in China.

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JANUARY 17, 2013

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has joined DOE and research partners in launching the Advanced Management and Protection of Energy Storage Devices (AMPED) program ( earlier post ). Laboratory testing will take place at both NREL and Ford.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2014

The ADEPT project was launched in 2013 to demonstrate the potential for 48V-based intelligent electrification to deliver full hybrid-scale fuel efficiency from a highly cost-effective package. 48V Diesel Fuel Efficiency'

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2009

In 2008, Daimler deployed lithium-ion energy storage technology for buses in volume production. This development has reduced the weight of the overall bus and thereby further improving fuel economy. This feature both saves energy and significantly reduces brake wear. Series production began in the early 2000s.

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

VTO focuses on a mix of near- and long-term vehicle technologies including advanced batteries, power electronics and electric motors, lightweight and propulsion materials, advanced combustion engines, advanced fuels and lubricants, and other enabling technologies. Broadly, VTO program activities are focused on achieving: Saving 1.4

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MAY 23, 2011

The HybriDrive series hybrid electric system consists of a diesel-powered generator, an electric motor, and an energy storage system. Buses equipped with HybriDrive series have travelled more than 300 million miles, prevented more than 280,000 tons of CO 2 emissions and have saved more than 25 million gallons of diesel fuel.

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OCTOBER 21, 2013

We believe our evaluation will open up a lower cost product to our OEM customers interested in reaching the fuel economy gains offered by 48-volt mild hybrid systems. billion market for energy storage devices, according to a 2012 Lux Research report on micro and mild hybrids. Marc Nalbach of HELLA. Earlier post.)

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JUNE 17, 2009

Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker, has begun taking pre-launch orders for its Elantra LPI Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV), its first hybrid vehicle for commercial sale. The Elantra LPI Hybrid is a mild-hybrid with a fuel economy rating of 17.8 L/100km or 42 mpg US); gasoline-equivalent fuel economy is 22.2

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

AGM battery technology is at this point the dominant start-stop energy storage technology. The company is showcasing its AGM batteries, along with its 12V Lithium-ion battery for Advanced Start-Stop vehicles, at the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt, Germany. Johnson Controls 12V Li-ion Start-Stop battery.

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JUNE 11, 2014

First customer Tim Bush and family (center), with John Patterson (left) and Dave Zuchowski, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America (right). —Dave Zuchowski, president and CEO, Hyundai Motor America. The fuel cell stack and BOP, power electronics and electric drive motor (not seen) under the hood. Click to enlarge.

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MAY 13, 2010

ISE currently delivers gasoline, diesel and fuel cell series hybrid systems for the transit industry. The CNG Hybrid System leverages production technology already in service in more than 300 ISE Hybrid Systems on the road, such as the Siemens motors, generators, and inverters. Long Life Energy Storage.

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AUGUST 26, 2009

Propulsion comes from a 200 kW Raser Symetron traction motor mated to a 4–speed automatic transmission. A liquid-cooled, 41 kWh lithium-ion battery pack operates at 700V and provides the energy storage. A 100 kW Rase Symetron generator, driven by a GM Ecotec 2.0L SIDI turbocharged engine provides electrical power. Jim Spellman.

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MARCH 12, 2010

Two 82 kW (peak) Remy DC drive motors running at 320V deliver 400 N·m (295 lb-ft) max torque, while a 25 kWh battery pack using Li-ion manganese oxide polymer cells provides the energy storage. Fuel economy in charge sustaining mode is 32 mpg US (7.35 V8 Ford powertrain originally installed in the vehicle.

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MARCH 3, 2010

The DIWAhybrid system enables transit buses to improve fuel economy by as much as 35% compared with standard diesel buses, according to Voith. Voith inverter and energy storage system. The asynchronous motor/generator in the system delivers constant power of 85 kW, with maximum power of 150 kW. Click to enlarge.

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OCTOBER 24, 2011

Nissan Motor Co., This new plan will focus on three areas: reduction of carbon footprint; shift to renewable energy; and an increase in the diversity of resources used by Nissan. Nissan said it will also provide a second-life energy storage system with used EV batteries through the 4R business.

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JUNE 29, 2016

The ADEPT project is led by Ricardo in a research partnership including the Advanced Lead Acid Battery Consortium (ALABC); Controlled Power Technologies (CPT); Faurecia Emissions Control Technologies UK Ltd; Ford Motor Company and the University of Nottingham. The final results will be presented at the UK’s LCV2016 event on 14-15 September.

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MAY 29, 2009

The Mack diesel-electric hybrid powertrain used in the truck features an integrated starter, alternator and electric motor. As a result of the hybrid operation, in which an electric motor and a diesel engine work in parallel, fuel consumption can be reduced by up to 30% and carbon emissions decreased to the same extent.

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JUNE 12, 2012

The longer life and increased fuel economy yield a benefit to the EXT Li-ion batteries, according to A123’s calculations. billion market for energy storage devices. In addition, the fuel economy savings from the Li-ion system are higher, due to the the capability for increased charge acceptance. Jeff Kessen.

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will determine levels at which higher alcohols and other advanced oxygenated fuel components can be readily integrated into the existing fuel supply (i.e., drop-in replacement fuels). Ford Motor Company. Ford Motor Company. Advanced power electronics and electric motor (PEEM) technology.

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OCTOBER 9, 2014

The RunWise hybrid drive system is built around the company’s proprietary Power Drive Unit (PDU); C24 Variable Displacement Bent-Axis Hydraulic Pump/Motors; and Composite Bladder Accumulators, all designed specifically for high power, high start-and-stop applications. As pumps they use mechanical energy to deliver high-pressure oil.

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JANUARY 28, 2012

Odyne’s hybrid technology combines electric power conversion, power control and energy storage technology with Remy electric propulsion motors, modular Johnson Controls lithium-ion battery systems and other automotive-quality components.

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