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QM Power and University of Kentucky demonstrate 50 kW/liter electric motor; DOE 2025 power density goal

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QM Power and the SPARK Lab at University of Kentucky shared the combined results of a large-scale, multi-objective design optimization study, and lab testing of a prototype motor designed to meet the 2025 power density goals set by the US Department of Energy (DOE). Exploded view of the proposed PM motor.

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New Ricardo 48V electric motor aims to boost power and cut costs of hybrids; up to 50% increase in power density; ECOCHAMPS

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As part of its contribution to a recently completed major European research initiative to achieve more efficient and cost-effective hybrid powertrains for both passenger cars and commercial vehicles, Ricardo developed a new 48V e-motor offering up to a 50% increase in power density compared with current production machines.

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Pierburg introduces air conditioning components specifically for EVs

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Here, the a/c compressor is driven by an electric motor that is integrated into the vehicle’s high-voltage network. Pierburg GmbH has developed an electric a/c compressor (eCC) that incorporates the supplier’s many years of experience in the field of mechatronic components.

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Volkswagen Group expands US ERL to become IECC; Type 20 BEV concept

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The future of the Volkswagen Group will be defined by our success in developing new technology that is designed to meet our customers’ needs. It grew from just three employees when it was founded in 1998, to more than 180 engineers, social scientists, researchers and product designers.

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NC State team develops new Si/C inverter; 12.1 kW/L & greater efficiency in a smaller, lighter package

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The new SiC-based inverter has a power density of 12.1 The design of the new power component is also more effective at dissipating heat than previous versions. The Power Chip on Bus (PCoB) power module approach that reduces parasitic inductance through an integrated power interconnect structure.

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Peugeots Diesel 3008 Hybrid4

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The 3008 HYbrid4 is powered by a 2.0-liter liter HDi FAP 120 kW (163 bhp) diesel engine with an electric motor offering a maximum power output of 27 kW (37 bhp). The design of the powertrain (engine powering the front wheels, motor powering the rear) enables 4-wheel drive, an all-electric mode, and fuel consumption of 3.8

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Study identifies main culprit behind lithium metal battery failure; counters conventional wisdom

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The advanced methodology established in this work provides a very powerful tool to do this in a precise and reliable way. For example, in an electrolyte specially designed by Meng’s collaborators at General Motors, lithium deposits as dense, column-shaped chunks.

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