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KAIST rolling out dynamic wireless charging in buses in South Korea

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The Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) is trialing a bus application for its Online Electric Vehicle (OLEV) technology, a dynamic wireless charging technology that recharges a vehicle’s battery while the vehicle is in motion. Electric (Battery) Fleets Infrastructure Plug-ins Smart charging'

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New high-performance Na-ion battery with SO2-based catholyte; potential for other non-Li-metal-based battery systems

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Researchers in South Korea have demonstrated new type of room-temperature and high-energy density sodium rechargeable battery using a sulfur dioxide (SO 2 )-based inorganic molten complex catholyte that serves as both a Na + -conducting medium and cathode material (i.e. The cutoff voltage for charge is 4.05 V.

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2019 Kia Niro EV crossover utility makes North American debut at LA Auto Show

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Energy and power for Niro EV comes from a liquid-cooled 64 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery packaged under the floor of the vehicle to allow for minimal passenger space intrusion. hours for a full charge. Kia Motors Corporation sources EV, HEV, and PHEV batteries from multiple global suppliers. The Level 2 (240v) at 7.2

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New Mn-rich high-capacity mixed oxide cathode material for Li-ion batteries

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Researchers in South Korea report the synthesis of high capacity Mn-rich mixed oxide cathode materials for Li-ion batteries. The newly Mn-rich cathode active materials were then adopted as cathodes to show the benefits for Li-ion rechargeable batteries. 865-870(6) doi: 10.1166/jnn.2011.3244. Development of.

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GM Extends EV Development with S. Korean Demo Fleet of Battery-Electric Chevrolet Cruzes; LG Chem Batteries, LG Electronics Propulsion Systems

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General Motors announced a demonstration project ( earlier post ) to explore market needs and customer acceptance of battery electric vehicles in Korea. The Cruze EV is equipped with a 31 kWh battery that generates maximum power of 150 kW. GM currently markets the vehicle under the local brand in South Korea.

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Genesis reveals Mint Concept electric city car

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The Mint Concept is a battery-electric luxury car for the city, with a new vehicle typology featuring organic design and an innovative interior user experience. The Mint powertrain is capable of an estimated 200 miles per full charge and 350-kW fast recharging. The overall motif skews to the sportier side of Athletic Elegance.

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New Li-S battery shows cycle performance comparable to that of Li-ion batteries along with more than double the energy density

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A team of researchers in South Korea and Italy has demonstrated a highly reliable lithium–sulfur battery showing cycle performance comparable to that of commercially available lithium-ion batteries while offering more than double the energy density. sulfur battery system is its use of a lithium?metal Resources.

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