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GWU researchers introduce new class of molten air batteries; significantly greater energy capacity than Li-air

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Stuart Licht have introduced the principles of a new class rechargeable molten air batteries that offer amongst the highest intrinsic electric energy storage capabilities. In 2008 a zirconia stabilized VB 2 air battery was presented. During discharge, iron metal is converted back to iron oxide. Energy Environ.

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E85 vehicles dominated US share of alternative fueled and hybrid vehicles made available in 2009

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A total of 1,076,350 alternative fueled and hybrid vehicles were made available in the United States in 2009, a decrease of almost 29% from 2008 that reflected market conditions during 2009, according to the recently released report “Alternatives to Traditional Transportation Fuels 2009” by the US Energy Information Administration.

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PSA Peugeot Citroën and Bosch developing hydraulic hybrid powertrain for passenger cars; 30% reduction in fuel consumption in NEDC, up to 45% urban; B-segment application in 2016

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Following the introduction of the Bosch electric axle-split hybrid in PSA Peugeot Citroën diesel vehicles ( earlier post ), the two companies are now planning to develop a hydraulic hybrid powertrain for passenger cars. This energy can then be used to drive the car. Click to enlarge.

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USDA to award $25M for R&D for next-generation biofuels

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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will award some $25 million to four projects to research and development of next-generation renewable energy and high-value biobased products—such as biofuels—from a variety of biomass sources. The Department of Energy will make additional awards through this program. Ceramatec, Inc.,

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Bosch offers more details on the light-duty hydraulic-hybrid drive developed with PSA

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The hydraulic hybrid is system is designed to enable a boost effect that would normally be offered only by more complex electric drives. Like electric hybrids, the hydraulic hybrid system is able to support gasoline and diesel engines in ranges where they do not work at optimum efficiency.

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Honda Plans to Launch Hydrogen Vehicle Using FCEV Technology

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Honda has been developing hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) technology for many years and plans to launch a new hydrogen vehicle using this technology. Vice President Ichinose of Honda stated “Honda has long been active in the research and development of fuel cells, which use oxygen and hydrogen to produce electricity.

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California Energy Commission awards $9.6M to 8 projects on electric vehicles, natural gas and biofuels

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The California Energy Commission has approved eight grants that leverage more than $9.6 The projects will advance the manufacture of electric vehicles and vehicle batteries; add vehicle charging stations; and encourage the use of biofuels. The eight projects are: Electric Vehicle manufacturing. $1 Electric vehicles components.