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BNSF and Wabtec commence battery-electric locomotive pilot test in California

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BNSF Railway Company and Wabtec began testing battery-electric locomotive technology in revenue service between Barstow and Stockton, California. As BNSF seeks ways to further reduce its environmental impact, the advancement of battery technology offers some possible solutions. —Alan Hamilton, Wabtec vice president, Engineering.

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Kawasaki Heavy taps Corvus Energy for batteries for first all-electric tanker

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Kawasaki Heavy Industries has selected Corvus Energy to supply the energy storage system (ESS) for the first zero-emissions electric “e5 tanker” currently under construction for Asahi Tanker Co., The battery-powered vessel was designed by e5 Lab Inc., of Tokyo, Japan.

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GM and ABB demonstrate prototype of Volt battery pack grid re-use application

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Distributed Energy Storage (DES) demonstration with GM Volt battery pack and ABB PQF inverter. In conjunction with the Plug-in 2011 event in Raleigh, NC, GM and ABB demonstrated a lab prototype of a distributed energy storage (DES) system that combines Volt battery technology and a proven grid-tied electric power inverter.

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Consumer Electronics Assn Study Finds 40% of American Adults Likely to Test Drive an EV

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More than three-quarters of those surveyed (78%) said the vehicle's ability to run without gasoline is the greatest advantage, followed by less pollution (67%), and the lack of need for oil changes and tune-ups (60%). Concerns about mileage potential before needing to recharge (50%) and battery life (34%) top the list.

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Anglo American, Aurizon to explore feasibility of hydrogen-powered trains for bulk freight

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Aurizon has also commenced research & development for battery-powered trains with a number of industry parties and Australian universities. Zero-carbon hydrogen-powered trains would also significantly boost the current environmental benefits of transporting more of Australia’s bulk freight on rail.

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The difference between lithium iron phosphate and lithium battery

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Lithium iron phosphate battery high-temperature resistance, lithium iron phosphate battery hot air value can reach 350 to 500 degrees Celsius. Lithium iron phosphate batteries have a large capacity. Lithium iron phosphate battery has no memory effect. Energy storage equipment for solar and wind power generation.

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Noco-Noco and Greenfuel sign MoU for Li-Ion battery longevity technology – ET Auto

Baua Electric

Greenfuel is India’s leading provider of clean mobility and energy storage solutions with a 17-year legacy of trust and reliability in the Indian market. India’s surging electrification needs: The Indian lithium-ion battery market is rapidly growing and, according to analysts, is expected to reach a value of USD 25,309.59

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