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Their Bionic Eyes Are Now Obsolete and Unsupported

Cars That Think

Second Sight Medical Products , in his right eye in 2004 and the subsequent Argus II implant in his left 11 years later. Jeroen Perk, who lives in the Netherlands, lost his sight almost completely by the age of 19. Terry Byland did not encounter any problems with his 2004 Argus I implant. Still, for many, it was worth it.

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Perspective: US Needs to Transition to Hydrous Ethanol as the Primary Renewable Transportation Fuel

Green Car Congress

The first such vehicles were introduced by Volkswagen in 2003, and by 2004, they accounted for more than 17% of the Brazilian auto market. In 2005, their sales increased even further, accounting for approximately 54% of all new car sales. As used in this section and Sec. 80.28, “applicable standard” means: 9.0