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A123 Systems introduces new Nanophosphate EXT Li-ion battery technology with optimized performance in extreme temperatures; OEM micro-hybrid program due next year

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We feel that we have erased the cold cranking deficit—the Achilles heel [for Li-ion] from a performance perspective against lead acid. ” Based on our analysis, the performance of A123’s new Nanophosphate EXT at high temperatures is unlike anything we’ve ever seen from lead acid, lithium ion or any other battery technology.

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Anderman: Li-ion capacity far outstripping demand as automakers focus more on hybrids, less on full EVs

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Anderman projects a global EV/PHEV 2016 market at around 0.6% of anticipated 2016 new vehicle sales, leaving the over-invested battery industry in a trying environment. As a result, production plans for EVs and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) for the next 4-5 years are being slashed.

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Study finds nanoparticle NMC material used in Li-ion batteries harms key soil bacterium

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In contrast to lead-acid batteries, little infrastructure exists for recycling Li-ion batteries, due in part to a lower economic incentive for recycling. Our results suggest that NMC entering aqueous environments (e.g., The study characterized the influence of NMC nanoparticles on S. Hang, Ian L. Mensch, Katie R Hurley, Joel A.

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