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NEC introduces 12V Li-ion battery line for stationary applications

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NEC says the ALM 12V35 is especially well-suited for deep cycling applications such as weak and off-grid power systems, including remote wireless base stations, oil and gas infrastructure, and portable lighting and signage systems. All ALM 12V35 models are available now and are shipping to initial customers.

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Navitas Systems receives $1.55M contract for 2nd-gen 6T Li-ion battery; double energy density, +50% power density

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The Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (“JLTV”) is targeted to replace a portion of the Army and Marine Corps’ Humvee fleets, and Lockheed Martin, AM General, and Oshkosh Defense are vying for the production contract. The 12V version can be used in either military or in commercial starting/deep cycle applications.

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Bosch Passes 1M Mark for Start-Stop Systems

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Start-stop systems stop the combustion engine when the vehicle comes to a halt at a red light or in a traffic jam, starting it again automatically when the clutch is depressed and the vehicle is put back into gear. The system is rounded off by a crankshaft sensor, sensors on the pedals, and a deep-cycle resistant battery.

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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In particular, this report demonstrates the necessity of maintaining the exemption for lead-based batteries within the EU End of Life Vehicle Directive’s wider ban on lead in light-duty vehicles. Therefore their cycle life, power density and charge acceptance will need to be further improved. Nickel-metal hydride batteries.

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Battery Woes

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Apparently the alarm is indicating a timeout that the charge cycle is taking too long for the capacity of batteries that I have. If I charge overnight, I wake up in 40 degree weather and the pack is very warm, around 80 degrees with vigorous "boiling." It only takes 15 minutes and will save a lot of headaches.

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Being a Pro Eco Recycler

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. -20 Deka Ungly 45 ah deep cycle batteries (retail $3000). 43 used light fixtures to make into solar hot air collectors (Instructable). -15 If they scrap parts for scrap metal weight or trade them in for a core charge, offer to pay them in cash for that. Free sheets of 4 x 4 cedar plywood (?). -3 3 wood stoves.

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Quirky Porsche Features Killed my 12V Battery

Porsche 914 EV Conversion

Another quirk is that if you leave the turn signal on after removing the ignition key, your tail light on that side stays on. I've left my turn signal on before, but the combination of the LED tail-lights and the deep-cycle accessory battery kept the car alive. Well, today my 12V battery died.

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