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Pike Research forecasts worldwide grid energy storage spending to reach $22B by 2021, down from 2010 forecast of $35B

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Key applications for long-duration energy storage include counterbalancing the intermittency of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power; leveling the loads and time-shifting periods of peak demand on the grid; and avoiding or delaying the construction of costly transmission and distribution (T&D) assets, among others.

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First Drive: 2016 Hyundai Sonata PHEV and HEV

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kWh Li-ion polymer that can recharge in less than three hours with a Level-Two charger. kWh Li-ion polymer pack, the HEV a 1.62 kWh Li poly pack. The Sonata PHEV is perfectly capable of handling (legal) Interstate speeds on battery pack alone; however, such operation depletes the battery relatively quickly.

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Tesla acquiring ultracap maker Maxwell Technologies for ~$218M; new 3.0V platform

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DLA Piper, LLP (US) represented Maxwell as outside legal counsel, and Barclays Capital Inc. Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati represented Tesla as outside legal counsel. and 2.85V cells, typically used in industrial and UPS applications, as well as in the wind and heavy transportation industries. product platform.

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Mercedes-Benz launches new E-Class; new engines, PHEV, driver assistance systems; DRIVE PILOT

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kWh lithium-ion battery can be charged from an external power source. Its components can: assist and provide stress relief during normal driving; detect dangers; warn, assist and, if necessary, intervene in a timely manner; /li> consequently prevent accidents or reduce the severity of accidents; and.

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BMW unveils the production i3 in New York, London and Beijing; efficiency, dynamics and a supporting ecosystem of services

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The electric motor, power electronics and high-voltage Li-ion battery pack (except from the component cells, which are sourced externally) were developed internally by the BMW Group under its eDrive program. The 22 kWh Li-ion pack is integrated below the floor—the i3 has no tunnel or center console. Range extender.

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Ferrari’s Plug-in Hybrid One-Ups the Combustion Engine

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kilowatt-hour lithium-ion battery pack (with 84 pouch-style cells courtesy of SK Innovation ) that’s laser-welded behind two racy sport seats. Including its 72-kg Li-ion battery, the Ferrari’s hybrid hardware adds just 275 kg, a gain that’s more than made up for via improved power and traction.

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Audi highlights its range of electrification efforts; Q7 diesel PHEV, A7 fuel cell PHEV, BEV, 48V and more; 750 Wh/l by 2025

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The lithium-ion battery comprises 168 prismatic cells and is liquid-cooled. Its emphasis is on lithium-ion battery systems, which are put together using a flexible, modular concept. Alternatively they can serve as buffers for renewables such as wind and solar power—whether as part of the grid or as home installations.

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