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FEBRUARY 20, 2021

Groupe Renault and Faurecia will collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for hydrogen-powered light commercial vehicles. Starting at the end of 2021, Faurecia will supply hydrogen storage systems for a first fleet of light commercial vehicles.

Hydrogen

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JUNE 4, 2021

ë-Jumpy Hydrogen, an electric van with a fuel cell and rechargeable batteries, is the first Citroën powered by this form of energy. The hydrogen fuel cell ensures the vehicle’s range, the battery being required in transition phases such as strong acceleration and gradients calling for extra power. Available in two sizes, M (4.95

Hydrogen

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JANUARY 31, 2013

consortium is developing a mobility concept for an efficient electric vehicle, making the design as light as possible while still delivering the best possible safety protection. The passenger compartment will be made of carbon-fiber-reinforced plastic (CFRP). A prototype vehicle on the track from the Visio.M Click to enlarge.

Light

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JULY 12, 2015

To source the new lightweight track-capable carbon fiber wheels that are standard on the new Shelby GT350R Mustang, Ford partnered with Australia-based Carbon Revolution. Carbon Revolution first began delivering composite wheels in 2004 for Formula SAE campaigns. Ford, however, wanted more of a mass-production solution.

Carbon Fiber

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JANUARY 18, 2014

Advanced Power Electronics and Electric Motors for Electric Traction Drives. Electric drive components must be reliable and provide long vehicle service equal to or better than conventional petroleum powered vehicles. Carbon Fiber or Lightweight Materials. Most critical is the cost of the carbon fiber.

Carbon Fiber

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MAY 20, 2022

The H2-Tech technology is based on the range extender concept, which makes it possible to carry a battery that is twice as light, for the same range, thus contributing to decarbonization beyond the electrification of the vehicle. The fuel cell tank is made of carbon fiber from recycled paper waste.

Hydrogen

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APRIL 6, 2014

ABB and Solar Impulse have formed a technology alliance under which ABB will support Bertrand Piccard and André Borschberg in their attempt to fly around the world in a solar-powered airplane in 2015. The carbon fiber airplane has the wingspan of a Boeing 747 (63.4m / 208 ft) and the weight of a small car (1,600kg / 3,527 lb).

Solar

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JUNE 18, 2012

The new ultra-light transmission with a carbon fiber housing held up to the Le Mans endurance test covering a distance of 5,151 kilometers in all four vehicles with no problems, the company said. The engine delivers power of more than 375 kW (510 hp) and torque of more than 850 N·m (627 lb-ft). The engine is a 3.7-liter

Audi

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

Power is transferred to the front wheels via the standard seven-speed S tronic. They are made of fiber-composite materials and, in keeping with Audi’s lightweight construction philosophy, each weighs just 26 kilograms (57.3 With full gas tanks, the car has an NEDC range of up to 495 (307.6 US gal) mounted in front of the rear axle.

Audi

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AUGUST 10, 2011

This project will optimize fuel-based control of novel combustion strategies in light- and heavy-duty vehicles to enable diesel-like efficiencies with ultra-low engine-out emissions. Light-weighting materials. Increased availability of low cost carbon fiber can enable vehicle weight reduction and improvement in fuel economy.

Carbon Fiber

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NOVEMBER 30, 2018

In Tokyo, Nissan unveiled the new Nissan LEAF NISMO RC, an electric race car with more than double the maximum power and torque output of its predecessor. Nissan plans to build six all-new LEAF NISMO RC vehicles to deploy around the world, so that fans can experience the power and excitement firsthand.

Nissan

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2015

The US Department of Energy (DOE) is awarding nearly $55 million for 24 projects to develop and deploy advanced vehicle technologies, supporting the Energy Department’s EV Everywhere Grand Challenge to make plug-in electric vehicles as affordable to own and operate as today’s gasoline-powered vehicles by 2022. General Motors. 1,608,687.

Fuel

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APRIL 28, 2010

has signed a Joint Development Agreement (JDA) with Daimler AG to develop automobile parts made of carbon fiber reinforced plastics (CFRP). As the world’s largest manufacturer of carbon fiber, Toray has identified expansion of its Carbon Fiber Composite Materials Business in the automotive field as one of its top priorities.

Automobile

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MAY 11, 2012

The prototype cycle—described by Audi as a high-end pedelec made for sport, fun and tricks—combines an electric drive and muscle power. LEDs are used for powerful lighting: the front light is integrated into the handlebar, the rear light into the seat. in) of travel.

Audi

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MARCH 28, 2014

WAVE is a tractor-trailer combination that features leading edge aerodynamics; an advanced turbine-powered range extending series hybrid powertrain; electrified auxiliary components; and control systems. Electric Vehicle Mode: For use in urban areas, the truck will run on electric power alone until the battery state of charge hits 50%.

Li-ion

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JANUARY 2, 2014

The e-tron powertrain delivers 515 kW (700 hp) of system power with 2.5 g/mile); higher performance laser headlights; and new user control and display interfaces and lighting technology. Power flows via a modified eight-speed tiptronic to the quattro drivetrain, which features a sport differential at the rear axle.

Audi

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AUGUST 22, 2011

(Aza compounds replace a carbon atom with a nitrogen atom; π-conjugated compounds have alternating single and multiple bonds in their structure.) Herein, we report the synthesis of such co-operative porous frameworks based on aza-fused CMPs and highlight their functions in supercapacitive energy storage and electric power supply.

Polymer

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JUNE 7, 2013

The goal is to enable the widespread commercialization of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies and specifically to provide adequate hydrogen storage for onboard vehicle, material handling, and portable power applications that meet the DOE hydrogen storage targets. kWh when manufactured in high volume; and.

Hydrogen

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APRIL 30, 2018

Special Starship features include: Bespoke 100% hyper-aerodynamic carbon fiber cab. Hybrid electric axle system for a power boost while climbing grades; an electric motor and axle replace. improved efficiency as well as good pulling power. power in the battery pack for the main 48 volt battery bank.

Fuel

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DECEMBER 18, 2018

The NIO ES6 features dual motors in conjunction with an intelligent electric all-wheel-drive system delivering output power of up to 400 kW (544 hp), peak torque of 725 N·m and 0-100 km/h acceleration in as little as 4.7 The ES6 sports the only body design with a hybrid structure of aluminum alloy and carbon fiber in its class.

SUV

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JULY 19, 2022

We are taking the time to create a safe, light-weight commercial eVTOL that provides our future passengers with the security and comfort they find in their own cars. The team of engineers and designers utilized the automotive industry’s reductive design approach to create the light-weight interior cabin, which is made of forged carbon fiber.

Hyundai

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OCTOBER 31, 2013

The goal is to enable the widespread commercialization of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies and specifically to provide adequate hydrogen storage for onboard vehicle applications that meet the DOE hydrogen storage targets, as well as enabling early market applications such as materials handling equipment and portable power applications.

Carbon Fiber

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MARCH 31, 2011

The motors are powered by a 1.6-kWh Made of carbon fiber and CFRP (carbon fiber-reinforced plastic), Mi-ray’s wedged body side is divided by an angled character line, with ambient lighting underneath. kWh lithium-ion battery that is charged through regenerative braking energy.

Chevrolet

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MARCH 6, 2012

Assuming a mass-produced fuel-efficient vehicle, the FT-Bh body structure makes greater use of high-tensile-strength steel and does not require expensive materials such as carbon fiber for weight reduction. Reduced power consumption. Power consumption in the FT-Bh has been cut to half that of standard B-segment cars.

Plug-in

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MARCH 23, 2012

DE-FOA-0000648 ) This funding will support the development of high-strength, lightweight carbon fiber composites and advanced steels and alloys that will help vehicle manufacturers improve the fuel economy of cars and trucks while maintaining and improving safety and performance.

Carbon Fiber

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OCTOBER 18, 2012

New to LF-LC and derived from project LFA, LF-LC leverages Lexus’ in-house experience in marrying carbon fiber and aluminium alloy materials to achieve a light body mass. The high-energy battery pack is designed to deliver greater power from a smaller battery than those currently used in Lexus’ range of hybrid vehicles.

Lexus

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JUNE 2, 2021

Both are equipped with an electric all-wheel-drive system, with combined output of 385 kW/523 hp in the BMW iX xDrive50 (electric power consumption combined in the WLTP cycle: 23.0 – 19.8 kWh/100 km) and 240 kW/326 hp in the BMW iX xDrive40 (electric power consumption combined in the WLTP cycle: 22.5 – 19.4 kWh/100 km).

BMW

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

approximately 45% peak thermal efficiency for light duty and greater-than 50% peak thermal efficiency for heavy duty). The objective of this AOI is to accelerate the realization of lighter weight vehicle materials made from magnesium and carbon fiber capable of attaining 50% weight reduction of passenger vehicles.

Li-ion

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JUNE 24, 2013

The XL1 is aggressively optimized for efficiency in all areas of its design and technology—from materials (carbon fiber reinforced polymer monocoque); to powertrain (0.8L seconds), but it doesn’t feel as though it lacks for power or struggles at its higher speed range. The hybrid power unit. Click to enlarge.

Plug-in

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JANUARY 22, 2014

These areas of interest apply to light, medium and heavy duty on-road vehicles. AOI 2: Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles. ($6M) The fibers can be continuous or discontinuous and the resin can be either a thermoplastic or thermoset polymer.

Emissions

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JULY 2, 2010

Its partner, the Life module, consists primarily of a high-strength and extremely lightweight passenger cell made from carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP). Indeed, this concept allows us to practically offset the extra 250 to 350 kilograms of weight typically found in electrically powered vehicles. The importance of weight.

BMW

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JANUARY 22, 2015

DOE also announced up to $35 million to advance fuel cell and hydrogen technologies, including enabling the early adoption of fuel cell applications, such as light duty fuel cell electric vehicles. Area of Interest (AOI) 1: Wide Bandgap (WBG) Power Module R&D – Integrated Power Modules. Specific Power. Power Density.

Fuel

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MARCH 19, 2011

350 to 700 bar) storage vessels are constructed using expensive high-strength carbon fiber, such as Toray T700S, in a composite matrix as an overwrap to contain the stress. An example of a possible solution is using fibers with mechanical strengths matching or exceeding the properties of aerospace quality carbon fiber (e.g.

Hydrogen

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NOVEMBER 17, 2016

The objective of this area of interest is to develop and demonstrate both technology and supplier readiness for the production of electric traction drive systems that can meet specified technical targets, including cost of ≤$8/kilowatt (kW); specific power of ≥1.4 kW/kilogram; power density of ≥4.0 kW/Liter; and efficiency ≥94%.

Carbon Fiber

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AUGUST 14, 2014

Through the Advanced Vehicle Power Technology Alliance with the Energy Department, the Department of the Army is contributing an additional $3.7 Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) Development of Carbon Fiber Composites for Lightweight Vehicles (Area of Interest 2). Liox Power. Ford Motor Company.

Plug-in

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DECEMBER 14, 2009

The MOTION features extensive use of carbon fiber composite materials for its monocoque chassis and body. The light, strong and highly impact-resistant structure provides a two-seat cabin designed to accommodate drivers of above average size in a stylish, sophisticated and aerodynamically efficient design.

Carbon Fiber

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DECEMBER 20, 2013

VTO focuses on a mix of near- and long-term vehicle technologies including advanced batteries, power electronics and electric motors, lightweight and propulsion materials, advanced combustion engines, advanced fuels and lubricants, and other enabling technologies. mpg) for light trucks by 2025 (54.5 mpg light duty average, or 4.3

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