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IONITY partners with Shell, OMV, Tank & Rast and Circle K on sites for high-power charging network; 18 countries, >200 sites

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IONITY , the joint venture of BMW, Daimler, Ford and Volkswagen with Audi and Porsche that is developing and implementing a High-Power Charging (HPC) network for EVs across Europe ( earlier post ), has formed initial strategic partnerships for the realization of its HPC network.

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Ballard signs fuel cell supply agreement with Solaris; initial order of 10 modules as range extenders for electric trolley buses

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Ballard Power Systems has signed a Long-Term Sales Agreement (LTSA) with Solaris Bus & Coach, a bus OEM headquartered in Poland, for the sale and supply of fuel cell modules to support deployment of Solaris fuel cell buses in Europe. Standard Solaris Trollino 18. Click to enlarge. meters (61.5

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Honda targets new Guinness World Records title for fuel efficiency with 8,500-mile diesel drive across Europe

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i-DTEC engine provides 120 PS (118 hp, 88 kW) of power and 300 N·m (221 lb-ft) of torque, 62 mpg US (3.8 The car which attempts the record must be a standard model in every respect, with no modifications to give an advantage. i-DTEC diesel engined Honda Civic Tourer. In the Civic Tourer, the 1.6

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Laser Melting for Better Aircraft Engine Parts

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They need to endure 1,000 rotations every second, withstand heat of up to 2,000°C, and meet stringent safety standards. With SLM, the part is built one layer at a time, using a metal powder that is applied to the substrate and instantly melted into place with a high-power laser beam, creating a permanent bond with rest of the object.

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Solaris to present new generation hydrogen bus

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Energy needed to power the driveline of the Solaris Urbin 12 hydrogen will be obtained fromthe fuel cell; range on a single refueling will be more than 350 km (217 miles). The vehicle will be also fitted with one of Solaris’ small High Power traction battery of 29.2 The battery will be charged with power from the fuel cell.

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??Why the World’s Militaries Are Embracing 5G

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The most powerful weapon is useless without knowing where to aim it. Lockheed Martin , we're enhancing standard 5G technologies to connect the many platforms and networks that are fielded by the various branches of the armed services. Current 5G standards do not include connections via satellites or aircraft.

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??Why the World’s Militaries Are Embracing 5G

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The most powerful weapon is useless without knowing where to aim it. Lockheed Martin , we're enhancing standard 5G technologies to connect the many platforms and networks that are fielded by the various branches of the armed services. Current 5G standards do not include connections via satellites or aircraft.

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