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DLR team develops demonstrator of free-piston linear generator as range extender for EVs; technology transfer to Universal Motor Corp.

Green Car Congress

Sample layout of an extended range EV powertrain with FPLG modules. To accomplish this, DLR has concluded a technology transfer contract with Universal Motor Corporation GmbH and will provide scientific support during further work. Cornelius Ferrari, Horst E. These springs decelerate the piston movement and push it back.

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Electra Vehicles, Inc. Closes $3.6 Million Seed Funding Round led by LIFTT S.p.A and BlackBerry Ltd.

Electra Vehicles

The extended range and lifetime benefit passenger vehicle and commercial fleet vehicle owners alike and expedite electric vehicle adoption. Vito Giallorenzo, SVP Corporate Development & Chief Operating Officer, IoT at BlackBerry.

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