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ISE Corp. Introduces CNG Series Hybrid System for Transit Buses

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California-based ISE Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of ISE Limited, is accepting orders for a new battery-dominant (i.e., series hybrid) CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) Hybrid System for transit buses, with production units expected to be available in 2011. Engine Platform. Emissions Reductions.

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Maxwell and ISE Forming Strategic Alliance on Ultracapacitor-Based Energy Storage Systems for Hybrid Buses and Trucks

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Maxwell Technologies and ISE Corporation (ISE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) outlining formation of a strategic alliance to develop and market high-voltage energy storage systems for fuel-efficient, low-emission, hybrid buses and trucks.

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ISE Standardizing Energy Storage Systems Controls Interface to Allow Easier Use By Other Manufacturers

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ISE’s Ultra-E 500 ultracapacitor system is capable of up to 1,000,000 charge cycles, lasting significantly longer than conventional alternatives. ISE’s modular cassette design is light weight and scalable, which simplifies and reduces manufacturing and maintenance costs. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.).

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ZF and ISE Plan to Collaborate to Supply Electric Hybrid Drive Systems and Components to North American Vehicle Market

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The combined expertise of the two companies will result in a product portfolio of series and parallel hybrid-electric drive systems and components. ZF is one of the world’s leading automotive industry suppliers specializing in driveline and chassis technologies. Tags: Heavy-duty Hybrids.

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Maxwell Technologies Delivers One-Millionth Large Cell Ultracapacitor

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Primary applications for Maxwell’s large cell products, which range from 650 to 3,000 farads, include hybrid-electric transit buses, electric rail vehicles, cranes, lift trucks and other industrial systems. Earlier post.). Earlier post.). In April 2009, Maxwell announced purchase orders with a total value of approximately $13.5

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Ballard, Dantherm, Danfoss Invest to Create European Fuel Cell Backup Power Systems Capability

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Executives from the three companies will form a new board of directors for Dantherm Power. Ballard provides fuel cell stacks to leading fuel cell companies including IdaTech, LLC, Plug Power Inc., Ballard Power Systems provides fuel cell products enabling optimized power systems for a range of applications.

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NREL and California Partners to Provide up to $13.5M to Support Natural Gas Engine and Vehicle Development; Focus on Medium and Heavy-Duty Trucks and Buses

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As part of the cost-shared projects, companies selected for awards will invest nearly $8 million in additional funds to support $21 million in total projects. More than 20 companies submitted proposals, indicating significant industry interest in this program. ISE Corporation , Poway, Calif. McKinney, Texas.