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DAIHEN leverages WiTricity wireless charging technology for solar-powered mobility demo in Japan

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WiTricity’s technology for wireless power transfer over distance was central to a next-generation electric mobility demonstration in Osaka, Japan, led by DAIHEN Corporation, a global leader in electric power transmission. DAIHEN recently launched a demonstration with Kansai Electric Power Co.

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RMIT researchers demonstrate working rechargeable proton battery

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Researchers at Australia’s RMIT University have demonstrated for the first time a working rechargeable “proton battery”. The rechargeable battery is environmentally friendly, and has the potential, with further development, to store more energy than currently-available lithium ion batteries. Earlier post.) Earlier post.) Earlier post.)

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Sion Li-S battery pack powers electric UAV on 11-day flight

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Sion Power announced that its proprietary lithium sulfur (Li-S) batteries played a critical role in the Airbus Defence and Space Zephyr 7 prototype High Altitude Pseudo-Satellite (HAPS) aircraft completing a southern hemisphere winter weather flight of more than 11 days duration controlled by satellite communications. Earlier post.).

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Wallbox Complies with AFIR: Your Guide to Regulation-Ready Charging Solutions

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Wallbox is leading the charge towards AFIR compliance, offering cutting-edge charging solutions for every need. Effective from April 13, 2024, the regulation mandates ad-hoc payment methods and price transparency for charging services, aiming to make it as easy as possible for EV drivers to access public charging points.

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This portable solar panel has three USB-A ports to charge your gear for $60, more in New Green Deals

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If you’re planning on going off-grid at all this winter or next spring, then being prepared to power your devices is a must. That’s where today’s deal comes in, delivering a 28W solar panel that has three USB-A ports to recharge your phone for just $60.

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False Starts: The Story of Vehicle-to-Grid Power

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It occurred in the wake of the California electricity crisis of 2000 and 2001, when mismanaged deregulation, market manipulation, and environmental catastrophe combined to unhinge the power grid. If too much or too little electricity is present in the power grid, the network can suddenly become unbalanced.

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Lead battery research consortium promises big leap in performance; technical roadmap under development

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A global battery consortium charged with advancing lead battery technology has re-launched as it prepares a new technical roadmap designed to extend both the performance and lifetime of the core battery technology. Lead batteries currently account for 75% of worldwide rechargeable battery energy storage.

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