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

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Traditional fluid testing tools, however, were not developed to effectively analyze lubricant properties in electrified environments. 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. That extends to tribology testing as well.

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Ram unveils 1500 Revolution Battery-electric Vehicle (BEV) Concept at CES 2023

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Lightweight seats feature integrated seatbelts, grab handles and speakers with the ability to fold flat along with extended recline, work, conference modes and deploying the jump seats. The Ram 1500 Revolution BEV Concept can add up to 100 miles of range in approximately 10 minutes with 800-volt DC fast charging at up to 350 kW.

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ABB adds 20 kW Combined Charging System (CCS) fast charger to EVSE portfolio

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ABB has broadened its support of the new Combined Charging System (CCS) standard with the expansion of its 4 th generation fast charging product portfolio with the introduction of the Terra multi-standard DC fast charging station 23. Its 20 kW design allows for quick and easy installation on widely available 3 x 32A low-cost grid connections.

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GFEI report concludes 50% improvement in average fuel economy of entire global light duty fleet by 2050 is achievable; importance of the regulatory and fiscal environments

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Eads, Charles River Associates, was presented at the Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting in Washington DC on 25 January 2011. The GFEI, launched in early 2009, is a partnership of the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), International Energy Agency (IEA), International Transport Forum (ITF) and FIA Foundation.

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Envia Systems hits 400 Wh/kg target with Li-ion cells; could lower Li-ion cost to $180/kWh

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Earlier this month at the Advanced Automotive Battery Conference, Kumar presented some of the details around the development of its high energy density cells. DC-R onset. @13%. Operating environment. -30 HCMR Cathode. 1200 W/kg; cycle life @ 80% DOD is more than 1,000. Envia HCMR vs. other Li-rich chemistries. Other Li-rich.

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ATA/DESC Announce Strategic Alliance for Alternative Aviation Fuels

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signed a strategic alliance agreement today in Washington, DC, recognizing a partnership for the development and deployment of alternative aviation fuels. Already, the alliance teams are scheduled to participate in a special aviation session at the Advanced Biofuels Leadership Conference, 27-29 Apr. in Washington, DC.

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CMU demo’ing Autonomous SRX in Washington this week

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Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) this week will demonstrate the CMU advanced Autonomous Cadillac SRX in Washington, DC. In the case of the Washington, DC, demonstration, an engineer will be on hand to take the wheel if required.). The other two images in the second row show those of an urban street. Click to enlarge.