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Toshiba launches 20Ah-HP SCiB rechargeable Li-ion battery; high energy and high power

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Toshiba Corporation expanded its SCiB product offering with the launch of a 20Ah-HP rechargeable lithium-ion battery cell that delivers high energy and high power at the same time. In an EV, for example, a high-energy battery allows the vehicle to drive further on a single charge—but it lowers power input and output and extends charge times.

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Industry study finds lead-acid to remain most wide-spread automotive energy storage for foreseeable future; new chemistries continue to grow

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Several battery technologies are able to provide these functions in different combinations, with nickel-metal hydride and lithium-ion batteries preferred at higher voltages due to their fast recharge capability, good discharge performance and lifetime endurance. This electrical system is supplied by a 12V lead-based battery.

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Navigant: 2016 advanced battery shipments through Q3 = 323M cells and $3.8B in sales

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For the purposes of the report, advanced batteries are defined as rechargeable batteries with a chemistry that has only entered into the market as a mass-produced product in the last two decades for use in the automotive or stationary energy storage system sectors. Advanced batteries energy capacity by segment, world markets: 3Q 2016.

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Linde hydrogen fueling system surpasses one million fills at BMW South Carolina plant

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The lead acid batteries that formerly powered BMW’s lifts and trucks were replaced with GenDrive hydrogen fuel cell power solutions from Plug Power Inc., Linde’s associate in the BMW installation and the leading provider of hydrogen-based fuel cells in the material handling market. The annual energy avoidance of 4.1

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Norfolk Southern Unveils Experimental Electric Locomotive

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Norfolk Southern unveiled a prototype 1,500-horsepower switching locomotive that relies solely on rechargeable batteries for power yesterday at its Juniata Locomotive Shop in Altoona, Pa. The plug-in locomotive also can regenerate dynamic braking energy through a system provided by Brookville Equipment Company.

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Geely Showcasing Alternative Energy Vehicles at Auto China 2010

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Geely is showcasing a number of its alternative energy vehicle efforts at Auto China 2010, including two versions of an electric vehicle, two versions of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (parallel and serial configurations), and an intelligent stop-start system. It can recharge 80% of battery capacity in 18 minutes. range extender.

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Lead-Carbon Battery Company Axion Power Completes $26M Private Placement Stock Offering

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Axion Power has developed several technological improvements to traditional lead-acid batteries, and owns numerous patents covering them. Resulting enhancements include deeper cycling, longer life, elimination of sulfation and shedding on the negative plate, lighter weight, and easier and more rapid recharging capabilities.

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