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Switzerland Moves Ahead With Underground Autonomous Cargo Delivery

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In 2016, we wrote about Cargo Sous Terrain , a (then) $3.4 billion concept for underground cargo tubes full of automated delivery carts whisking goods between cities and logistics centers across Switzerland at 30 kilometers per hour.

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u-blox introduces automotive-grade qualified positioning and connectivity modules

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Switzerland-based u-blox, a provider of wireless and positioning modules and chips, has expanded its product offering with automotive-qualified product variants added to their range of positioning and cellular wireless connectivity modules. The LISA-U201-03A also provides global connectivity with 5 HSPA bands, with data rates up to 7.2

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Leclanché to supply Li-ion Energy Storage Systems in one of largest grid storage projects in North America

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Hecate Canada Storage II, LLP, an emerging Canadian Project Development and Electrical Systems Integrator, has selected Switzerland-based Leclanché as the exclusive partner to provide 13MW / 53MWh Li-ion battery Energy Storage Systems in one of the largest Grid Ancillary Services energy storage projects in North America.

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Swiss team develops effective and low-cost solar water-splitting device; 14.2% solar-to-hydrogen efficiency

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As the V OC of the presented c-Si cells is only ∼600 mV, four cells need to be connected in series to achieve stable water splitting performance. We demonstrate in this study that, thanks to their high V OC , three series-connected SHJ cells can already stably drive the water splitting reaction at unprecedented SHE. Schüttauf et al.

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Empa recommends buying diesel vehicles only if Euro 6d-TEMP or Euro 6d

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On 1 September 2017, new emissions regulations for passenger vehicles come into force in the EU and Switzerland. At the end of 2016 around 3.1 million with diesel engines were registered in Switzerland. The manufacturers will have to disclose the engine control unit functions connected with exhaust gas purification.

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Renault boosts range of ZOE EV to 400 km with new 41 kWh pack option

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At the same, ZOE owners can benefit from a range of new connected services and equipment upgrades. New connected services: Z.E. Trip was made available to ZOE customers in Europe in September 2016. smartphone app keeps ZOE drivers connected to their car, even when they are not driving, in order to optimize battery charging.

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Finally, Tesla Confirms The Wireless Charging & A Little More On Wireless Charging of EVs

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Now let us look at How EVs are charged wirelessly Wireless Charging Of EVs Electric vehicles may be charged wirelessly via electromagnetic induction charging, which eliminates the need for a physical connection to a charging station. Brusa Elektronik AG Brusa Elektronik AG was established in Switzerland in 1985.