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US Naval Research Lab scientists developing ionic liquid batteries

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The use of these electrolytes suggests the potential for new types of rechargeable systems, such as replacement electrolytes in nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) batteries, or even the standard lead-acid battery. Experimental work is currently underway to develop such a rechargeable ionic liquid power source.

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DOE ARPA-E awards $156M to projects to 60 projects to accelerate innovation in clean energy technologies

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trough with molten salt system, this technology can reduce. thermoelectric energy converters to recharge the hot and. transportable like fuels, 100% renewable, rechargeable like a. Scalable Real-time Decentralized Volt/VAR Control Caltech will develop scalable, real-time, decentralized. generation. later time.

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