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Balqon Corporation introduces HIQAP industrial lithium-ion packs to replace lead-acid batteries

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Balqon Corporation, a developer of heavy-duty electric vehicles, drive systems and lithium battery storage devices, has introduced high-capacity lithium-ion batteries as an alternative to the current industrial deep cycle lead acid batteries. —Balwinder Samra, CEO of Balqon Corporation.

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Battery charging company CTEK licenses WiTricity technology for wireless vehicle battery charging

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CTEK SWEDEN AB develops and manufactures battery chargers for all types of lead-acid and lithium batteries for both private and professional use. It currently offers simple one-button operation, easy-to-connect terminals, battery charge indicators and non-reversible connectors. Since its founding, CTEK has sold more than 6.2

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Okaya unveils electric 2W-AvionIQ & ClassIQ series ranging from Rs 39,999 to Rs 60,000

Electric Vehicles India

The company’s ‘Electric 2Wheelers’ are available in four variants, both in ‘VRLA Lead Acid Battery’ and ‘Lithium Iron Phosphate’ (LFP) battery. It provides noise and pollution free first and last-mile connectivity solutions. These EV chargers charge fast and are high energy density and low in weight.

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Arc 1 Conversion Journal 3/3/2012

DIY Electric Car

For tachometer, I will be using a sensor ring on the second shaft end of the motor connected to a new instrument. Needless to say that I was pissed at UPS, who, like any 'good' corporate entity, is denying any responsibility. Batteries: I will be using Absorbed Glass Mat, Deep Cycle, Sealed Lead Acid Batteries.

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Panasonic develops 12V NiMH energy recovery system for start-stop vehicles; aims to double fuel economy improvement rate of start-stop systems

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Panasonic Corporation has developed a NiMH-based 12V Energy Recovery System for start-stop systems in vehicles. The 12V Energy Recovery System, which is designed to be connected in parallel with the main lead-acid battery, is based on new D-size nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery cells. Click to enlarge.

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Axion Power to Work With Norfolk Southern on Battery-Driven Locomotive Project

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The ability to run locomotives on electricity is well-established, although the standard means of doing so to date has either been a third rail or an overhead connection—both of which require extensive and expensive infrastructure apparatus. Like a lead-acid battery, the PbC battery consists of a series of cells.

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EV's and Indian Manufacturing: Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwaala | Visit to IIT Madras

Plug In India

To provide a context, even the much older lead acid chemistry lasts for 300 to 500 cycles.) It is easier for all electrical connections to be made in the stationary part, the stator. In order to connect the windings in the radial flux motor, you need some of the copper conductors to be placed outside the magnetic field.