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Toyota introduces 2012 Prius Plug-in Hybrid

Green Car Congress

The PCU features a compact inverter design with direct cooling of IGBT transistors, and converts DC to 3-phase AC to drive MG1 and MG2. Controlled by the hybrid ECU, the PCU boost converter raises 201.6 The new model delivers extended EV range without sacrificing roominess for passengers or for luggage. Power Control Unit.

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Solar Smackdown in Torrance – Installer Sues City on Behalf of the Sun

Creative Greenius

Yeah, they can afford it. Oh yeah, it’s just coming up with that big up front check in this economy that’s the tough part. But I think a big part of that was Moore’s law and things becoming really affordable. Well, I’d love to retire to along one of the rivers in New Hampshire where you have a cotton gin.

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