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ZF has produced 2M electric motors; mild-hybrid to full-electric drives

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ZF has reached the milestone of two million electric motors produced. The technology company supplies automotive manufacturers with electric motors for different vehicle types—from hybrid and electric axle drives for electric passenger cars to electric central drives for commercial vehicles. Innovation potential.

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Odfjell first to install suction sails on deep-sea chemical tanker; bound4blue’s eSAIL system

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In partnership with bound4blue , a developer of wind-assisted propulsion technology, Odfjell. The eSAIL is a type of Wind-Assisted Propulsion System (WAPS) based on active boundary layer control using suction. When exposed to wind, with the suction off, it only produces drag as with any other non-lifting structure.

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ABB introduces Dynafin propulsion system to increase ship efficiency; mimicking movements of whale tail

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The new propulsion concept features a main electric motor that powers a large wheel rotating at a moderate 30-80 rounds per minute. Vertical blades, each controlled by an individual motor and control system, extend from the wheel. ABB estimates the first prototype to be available in 2025.

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Hondas F1 KERS motor: 60 kW, 21,000 RPM, >7 kg

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During the EVS 25 electric vehicle expo in Shanghai earlier this months, Honda engineers presented a glimpse into the development of an advanced high-performance electric motor that Honda had designed as part of a KERS (Kinetic Energy Recovery System) intended for its 2009 Formula One race car. Click to enlarge. kW per kilogram. laminations.

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JRC study finds 8 metals for low-carbon energy technologies at risk of shortages; EVs, wind and solar, and lighting the applications of most concern

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The applications, i.e. technologies, of particular concern as a result are electric vehicles, wind and solar energy, and lighting. The SET Plan was launched in 2008 with the objective to accelerate the development and deployment of cost-effective low carbon technologies.

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Oxford YASA Motors Shows Specific Torque Above 30Nm/kg

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Recent results from certified dynamometer testing has demonstrated that the 23 kg Oxford YASA motor produces a peak torque of 700 N·m (516 lb-ft), pushing its specific torque to more than 30N·m/kg. We already have our sights set on the next generation YASA motor, which will push specific torque towards 40N·m/kg.

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US Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions Declined by 2.8% in 2008; Transportation-Related Emissions Down 5.2%

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in 2008 to 5,802 million metric tons of carbon dioxide (MMTCO 2 ), down from 5,967 MMTCO 2 in 2007, according to preliminary estimates released by the Energy Information Administration (EIA). Only one other year in the 1990 to 2008 time period experienced a decline: 1.2% Motor gasoline accounts for 58.7% Source: EIA.

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