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Characteristics of Hitachis 3rd-gen Li-ion power cell used in GMs eAssist; 4th gen power cells and PHEV cells coming

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kWh lithium-ion battery system built with Hitachi third-generation power-optimized cells. Improvements to the welding methods helped to reduce the electrical resistance. Hitachi automotive Li-ion HEV power cells. Earlier post.). Calendar life comparison. Click to enlarge. Each ASIC can monitor four or six cells.

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EU investing €1.8B in 17 large-scale clean tech projects

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The projects were evaluated by independent experts based on their ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional technologies and to innovate beyond the state-of-the-art, while being sufficiently mature for deployment. Other selection criteria included the projects’ potential for scalability and cost effectiveness.

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BMW Announces Production Versions of ActiveHybrid X6 and ActiveHybrid 7; Part 2: The ActiveHybrid 7 with Li-ion Pack

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The combination of an upgraded twin-turbo, High Precision Direct Injection, V8 engine with a 3-phase synchronous electric motor gives the BMW ActiveHybrid 7 a combined output of 455 hp (339 kW) and maximum torque of 516 lb-ft (700 N·m) (preliminary figures). The ActiveHybrid 7 stores energy in a compact, high-performance lithium-ion battery.

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Electric Vehicle Charging Principle

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With soaring oil prices and global policy support, electric vehicles will become increasingly popular. Slowly electric vehicles will become the mainstream of the market. Next, let’s learn about the working principle and charging principle of electric vehicles. How does a lithium-ion battery work?

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Porsche takes top two spots at Le Mans, Audi third

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The amount of liquid fuel that may be used in a lap decreases in proportion to the amount of electrical energy a driver is able to employ.). The previously used centralized exhaust tract was replaced by a twin exhaust-pipe system in order to improve output and optimize the vehicle’s aerodynamics. Click to enlarge.

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Rolls-Royce MTU introduces new hybrid power pack for rail systems; up to 25% fuel savings

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The Hybrid PowerPack combines a diesel engine with an electric machine, which can be used either as an electric motor or generator, and the MTU EnergyPack battery system, which stores the energy recovered during braking. With hybrid drives, braking energy is converted into electrical energy and stored in the battery.

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TM4 and Cummins jointly developing range-extended electric plug-in powertrain for Class 7/8 buses

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The range-extended electric drive system comprises a gen-set (Cummins’ Euro 2019 B4.5 It has become one of the most widely used engines for lower-carbon diesel electric hybrid buses across the UK and Europe. It has become one of the most widely used engines for lower-carbon diesel electric hybrid buses across the UK and Europe.

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