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SwRI develops device to test friction, wear associated with EV fluids

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An inverter takes the direct current (DC) voltage input from the batteries and converts it to the AC power required to operate the vehicle’s motor. SwRI’s bench-scale testing capabilities will accelerate lubricant optimization, improving durability and increasing vehicle range through reduced friction.

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Teijin Frontier develops first tire cord made from eco-friendly adhesive and recycled polyester

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Teijin Frontier, guided by its THINK ECO environmental initiative, is striving to improve its environmental value by developing greener materials and products for applications ranging from clothing to industrial materials. The new tire cord is a result of the company’s increasing emphasis on low-environmental impact solutions.

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News: 2022 Range Rover Lineup Previewed

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If you are seeking a bona fide representation of automotive luxury, look no further than the all-new 2022 Range Rover. The wow factor doesn’t end with sumptuous leather and wood, as in 2023 there will be a plug-in hybrid version, to be followed by an all-electric Range Rover in 2024. 2022 Range Rover. Range Rover Controls.

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Transphorm introduces first qualified 600V Gallium Nitride product and demonstrates 99+% efficient DC-DC boost converter

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earlier post ) announced the qualification of its first products, power diodes based on its EZ-GaN (Gallium Nitride) technology, at the Applied Power Electronics Conference (APEC): TPS2010PK – 600 V, 6 A, GaN diode in the industry standard TO-220 package. GaN (gallium nitride) power electronics provider Transphorm Inc.

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UOP/Solazyme Neat Renewable Diesel from Algae Oil Powers Vehicle at United Nations Climate Change Conference

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Denmark’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has organized a “ Driving the Future ” showcase during the COP 15 climate conference that begins today. The UOP Ecofining process, developed in conjunction with Italian refiner Eni, uses catalytic hydroprocessing technology to convert natural oils and animal fats to green diesel fuel.

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Sumida introduces two new series of AEC-Q200-qualified power inductors – Charged EVs

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[ad_1] Electronic component provider Sumida is introducing two new series of AEC-Q200-qualified power inductors at the 2024 APEC Power Electronics Conference in Long Beach. Maximum saturation current ranges from 28 to 152 amps at 150° C. µH to 22 µH. The DPQ3535/T150 measures (HWD) 33×38.7×38.2 The DPQ5050/T150 measures 44×53.5×53.3

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Hydrogenics to supply electrolyzers to Doosan Babcock for Aberdeen

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Hydrogenics Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of hydrogen generation and hydrogen-based power modules, has been awarded a contract by Doosan Babcock Limited to install two of its HySTAT100 electrolyzers, along with compression and storage equipment, at the new Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC) in Aberdeen, Scotland.

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