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2023’s Top Stories About Energy

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Energy storage and nuclear fusion—two reliable crowd pleasers when the crowd you’re talking about is readers of IEEE Spectrum —are well represented among our most widely read energy stories of 2023. Welcome to Fusion City, USA At Helion Energy, workers build a section of the company’s Polaris fusion reactor. Number one?

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Lucid Gravity SUV unveiled: 440+ miles of range, under $80k, late 2024 production

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Combining design excellence with spacious interiors and versatility, the Gravity is a fusion of aesthetics and utility from an exterior standpoint. Introducing the Lucid Gravity: Redefining the Electric SUV It will also have a 900-volt architecture to enable some of the fastest charging speeds offered by an EV.

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Fine-Tuning the Factory: Simulation App Helps Optimize Additive Manufacturing Facility

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One promising way to meet modern industrial challenges is by using additive manufacturing (AM) processes, such as powder bed fusion and other emerging techniques. Developed in concert with numerous manufacturers, the DRAMA initiative includes the new powder bed fusion AM facility mentioned previously.

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The Future of Autonomous Vehicles and Tracking Systems

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  But we’re not there yet – just yet! The fusion of multifaceted sensor data from tracking solutions with autonomous driving software unlocks innovative new capabilities that accelerate self-driving deployment at scale. The GPS location data also gets plugged into the self-driving car’s sensor fusion engine.

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Seven-day test: Living with the 2024 Peugeot e-2008 GT. Can it really challenge a Tesla Model Y or BYD Atto 3?

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You’re a smart little SUV. The e-2008 has a range of only 328km, its single motor offers just 100kW/260Nm, has 100kW maximum charging, and the rear seat and boot space are sized better for a retired couple than our family of four. Day 3 – Home charging 2024 Peugeot e-2008 GT. Most competition is stronger on paper.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Twin AWD Ultimate

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Both measurements are best used to compare EVs as the actual miles you will get from a kWh of battery varies greatly based on the speed you’re traveling, the temperature and the style of driving. Battery and Charging Sophisticated battery management The 78 kWh, liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery is charged through an 11.0

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Electric Vehicle Spotlight: Financing Rivian R1T

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First unveiled in 2018 by American EV manufacturer Rivian Automotive, the R1T has swiftly garnered attention for its fusion of cutting-edge technology, rugged design, and eco-conscious performance. Range and Battery Charging For 2024, the Rivian R1T offers three different battery packs to choose from: Standard, Large, and Max.