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Controlled Power Technologies and Advanced Lead-Acid Battery Consortium to unveil LC Super Hybrid at Geneva show; low-cost “micro-mild” demonstrator

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Technologies include an electric supercharger; next generation belt-integrated starter generator with an advanced belt tensioning system; carbon enhanced valve regulated lead–acid (VRLA) batteries which avoid the need for supercapacitors, and higher gear ratios to reduce engine speed.

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Axion supplying PbC batteries to Norfolk Southern for all-battery switcher and working on line-haul hybrid locomotives; micro-hybrid and stationary expansion

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Compared to Li-ion batteries: PbC batteries are more affordable [3x] than lithium-ion or supercapacitors; PbC batteries have recycling value at end-of-life [$35/lbs], while Lithium-ion batteries have recycling cost at end-of-life [~$75/lbs]. We’re not throwing stones or rocks at lead acid battery industry. —Tom Granville.

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Tesla Power India launches refurbished battery brand – ReStore – ET Auto

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Its Electro-Chemical Battery Enhancement Process (EBEP) is poised to transform the battery industry landscape, the company said in a media release. This initiative is led by the Gurgaon-based Tesla Power India Private Limited, with global headquarters in Delaware, USA.

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