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AIST Develops New Cobalt-free, Mixed Oxide Cathode Material with Iron for Li-ion Batteries; Lower Cost with Good Performance

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Researchers at Japan’s National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST), in collaboration with Tanaka Chemical Corp., have developed two cobalt-free mixed metal oxide cathode materials for Li-ion batteries containing 20% iron: Li 1+x (Fe 0.2 Mn 0.4 ) 1-x O 2 and Li 1+x (Fe 0.2 Mn 0.6 ) 1-x O 2.

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Researchers at Japans AIST Propose a Rechargeable Ni-Li Battery with Hybrid Electrolyte; Ultrahigh Theoretical Energy Density Plus High Power Potential

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Key components, cell voltage, and cell capacity of Li-ion battery (a), Ni-MH battery (b), and the proposed Ni-Li battery (c). Credit: ACS, Li et al. The proposed Ni-Li battery offers both a high cell voltage (3.49 Click to enlarge. Earlier post.].

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DOE seeking comment on draft $50M solicitation for new projects over 11 areas of interest to improve vehicle performance and decrease fuel consumption

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When the final funding opportunity announcement is released following this public comment period, DOE will accept applications from industry, national laboratories, and university-led teams to address these challenges and enable technologies that drive innovation in vehicle design. Recharge Rate. Characteristics. Specific Energy.

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Why Warren Buffett is investing in electric car company BYD - Apr. 13, 2009

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MidAmericans David Sokol, BYDs Wang, and company advisor Li Lu flew with Sokol from Detroit to Omaha so that Wang could meet Buffett in person. tech industry during the 1990s. The E6 will hit the Chinese market later this year. The first buyers will be fleet users, which will build central fast-charging facilities.

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