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MAY 26, 2020

This also enables the charging via direct current (DC). In thrust or brake mode, the mechanical rotational movement is converted into electric energy and is used to charge the high-voltage battery (recuperation). The Mercedes-Benz EQV also charges its batteries while driving.

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Well, when an EV is charged, AC (alternating current) electricity from the grid is converted to DC (direct current) electricity, the kind that can be used by a car. This conversion is carried out by either the car’s own converter or a converter located in the charger. V2G: Vehicle to Grid.

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JANUARY 24, 2013

SEAT in Spain, with an 8MW solar array, generates 56% of its own power. Ten SMA inverters and 5 transformers (rated at 1500 KVA each) convert the 9.58 MW of DC power to 7.6 MW of AC power connected to VW’s substation. In Germany, the Volkswagen Group provides 62% of its own power, with more to come, Thomas said.

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JUNE 3, 2013

The system can be connected either directly to the traction power supply system or to the busbar in the substation by means of the connection unit, comprising the disconnector, the DC high-speed circuit-breaker and the precharging unit. Siemens is providing additional solutions for the overall 7.3-mile

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