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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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The 580 EV is powered by a 480-volt, 90 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged by any 220-volt/three-phase connection. The 580 EV is the second major alternative-powered machine introduced by CASE; the manufacturer rolled out the FPT Industrial methane-powered concept wheel loader ProjectTETRA at Bauma 2019.

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FEV’s two-stage VCR system; 5-7% increase in fuel economy using variable length conrods

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The small end of the connecting rod in the FEV systemis equipped with an eccentric sleeve housing the wrist pin. By rotating the eccentric sleeve, the effective connecting rod length, and thus the compression ratio, can be varied. There have been a number of concepts proposed to enable such VCR systems. Diagram at right.).

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DOE releases five-year strategic plan, 2014-2018; supporting “all of the above” energy strategy

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To provide more diverse vehicle and fuel options, DOE will continue to develop advanced batteries and fuel cells, encourage vehicle electrification, and work with partners to address barriers to widespread adoption of all-electric-drive vehicles. Demonstrate three grid-connected advanced offshore wind concepts by 2017. ?.

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Study suggests energy and GHG impacts of synthetic hydrocarbon fuels from CO2 are greater than impacts of existing hydrocarbon fuels

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Researchers at the Institute of Environmental Sciences at Leiden University, The Netherlands) have concluded that the energy demand and climate impacts of using CO 2 to produce synthetic hydrocarbon fuels by using existing technologies can be greater than the impacts of existing hydrocarbon fuels. Credit: ACS, van der Giesen et al.

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Event: Ford Bronco Sport Off-Roadeo

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Observations: Ford Bronco Sport Off-Roadeo The importance of connecting the Bronco Sport off-road capability with sales was stressed by Hyde, who said “95% of Bronco Off-Roadeo participants said it exceeded their expectations and 90% of them said they would recommend the program to other owners. Some videos that capture the fun.

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ARPA-E issues RFI on energy efficiency optimization for connected and automated vehicles; vehicle dynamic and powertrain control

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Developments in connectivity and automation will allow vehicles in the future to operate in a cooperative fashion with other surrounding vehicles. From a control point of view, currently vehicles operate in isolation as a collection of single selfish entities, even in dense traffic.

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DOE announces $58M in funding for advanced vehicle technologies

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Applications under this AOI must address one or more of three specific technology areas: Bi-Directional Power Flow: Cost and reduced battery life present significant barriers to customer acceptance of technologies that are capable of charging and discharging the PEV battery pack when connected to the grid. per pound of weight saved.

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