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PowerGenix to supply NiZn batteries for traffic light backup systems

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Compared to the current lead-acid standard, the PowerGenix-PSI solution is about 70% lighter, with a much longer service life and requires no maintenance. NiZn batteries are also recyclable and RoHS compliant, with no toxic heavy metals, providing an environmentally friendly alternative to lead-acid and other battery chemistries.

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Toyota updates Sora fuel cell bus

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The system also contributes to the maintenance of a constant inter-vehicle distance when traveling in a convoy on dedicated bus roads, and to the stable driving speed of the vehicles that follow. Automatic Arrival Control System (Optional).

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After Extensive, Secretive Testing, Toyota Chooses NiMH Over Li-Ion

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Tests likely included durability evaluation, costs, maintenance issues, and so on. Behind our backs, Toyota has conducted studies on the Prius hybrid. Three years ago, they stuffed lithium-ion packs in the Prius and put these vehicles through the rigors. The results of the testing are in, and Toyota has decided in favor of keeping.

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Hyundai Debuts Sonata Hybrid at New York Show

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Another key engineering challenge for Hyundai Hybrid Blue Drive has been assuring maintenance-free battery operation over the vehicle’s life—at least 10 years, and 150,000 miles—in all weather conditions. System net power [hp]. Hybrid system. Power split. Power split. Power split. Power split. Battery type. Electric operation limit [mph].

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NREL study finds gasoline hybrid delivery trucks substantially reduce emissions and beat or maintain fuel economy compared to diesel vehicles

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Ah NiMH battery pack. The team also found no statistically significant difference in fuel cost per mile or maintenance cost per mile between the gHEV and diesel groups. The system operates at 288 VDC nominal, and uses a separate low-temperature cooling loop. —Barnitt 2011. mile) and diesel ($0.59/mile) mile) groups.

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Hybrid DLC-Battery Energy Storage System for Streetcars

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Siemens earlier this year launched a new hybrid energy storage system for streetcars that combines a double-layer capacitor (DLC) and NiMH battery pack. Streetcars equipped with the Sitras HES hybrid energy storage system can be driven up to 2,500 meters (1.6 miles) without an overheadcontactt line (OCL).

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Azure Dynamics and Collins Bus Partner for Hybrid Electric Type A School Buses

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The system combines a 100 kW AC induction traction motor, power electronics and 288 V NiMH battery pack with the conventional 5.4-liter The Balance hybrid can deliver up to a 40% increase in fuel economy, 30% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and 30% reduction in maintenance costs. A Collins bus. Click to enlarge.

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