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DOE to award almost $20M to new research and development projects for advanced vehicle technologies

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Electrode Architectures including thick, conductive cathode and 3- Dimensional (3D) Li composite structure. Cell Design/Integration including cell modeling, 1-Dimensional (1D) or 2- Dimensional (2D) Li ion conductor, and de-coupled the solid electrolyte interphase reactions. DOE envisions two project phases.

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A closer look at Audi’s new R8 e-tron EV and battery

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Available for order this year upon customer request, the new R8 e-tron uses a newly developed high energy density Li-ion technology optimized for a purely electric vehicle drive. Li-ion cell energy density was increased from 84 to 152 Wh/kg; in comparison to the first technology platform, the battery capacity has grown from 48.6

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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Advanced Electrolytes for Next-Generation Lithium Ion Chemistries. The objective of this AOI is to develop and demonstrate the capability of multi-material joining techniques for aluminum to advanced steel for light-duty vehicle body-in-white (BIW) joints. Carbon Fiber Polymer Composite.

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EV Everywhere Blueprint outlines DOE technical and development goals for EVs for 2022

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In light of uncertainty concerning consumer preferences and manufacturer plans for PEVs, DOE is selecting ambitious technical goals for this program. —Blueprint.

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BMW Group presents prototype of i8 plug-in hybrid; first use of new 3-cylinder engine

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With its carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP) passenger cell, the BMW i8 sets new standards for a plug-in hybrid vehicle in terms of low weight. The model-specific version of the high-voltage Li-ion battery was developed and produced by the BMW Group. LifeDrive and light weight.

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BMW presents i3 Concept Coupé battery-electric vehicle at the LA Auto Show; focus on connectivity for driver assistance and intermodal mobility

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The Li-ion battery pack is placed under the floor. The passenger cell forms the core of the Life module, which is built from carbon fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). Electrical consumers like the seat heating, mirror heating and non-essential components of the daytime running lights are even switched off completely.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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With its new architecture, use of carbon fiber reinforced plastic, and premium mobility service offerings, the “ i3 marks the beginning of a new mobility age ,” said Dr. Reithofer. The 22 kWh Li-ion pack is integrated below the floor—the i3 has no tunnel or center console. The i3 accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.2

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