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Sandia innovation eliminates reliance on rare-earth magnets for large-scale wind turbines

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Twistact devices accomplish this pure-rolling-contact galvanic connection using a flexible, electrically conductive belt and a matching set of epicyclic sheaves. The technology proves beneficial in lowering costs, improving sustainability and reducing maintenance. 1 milliohm). Graphic courtesy of Sandia National Laboratories).

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Moog and Komatsu to demonstrate fully electric wheel loader

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The companies will demonstrate the connected and automation-ready, zero-emission, battery-powered machine at bauma 2022 from 24-30 October at Messe München. The integrated software connects and intelligently coordinates actions across the machine while the all-electric actuators and motors provide the muscle.

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Mitsubishi and ZeroAvia to collaborate on design & development of hydrogen-electric technology for regional jets

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The collaboration with MHIRJ will leverage ZeroAvia’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain technology and MHIRJ’s aircraft design, certification and support experience to create aircraft solutions which not only have the potential to deliver new aircraft with hydrogen-electric propulsion but also to efficiently retrofit existing aircraft in the market.

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Successful first flight of the world?s largest all-electric aircraft: Cessna Grand Caravan 208B

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It is also suited for use in clean-sheet electric aircraft designs as a stand alone propulsion or as part of a larger multi-motor aircraft. The motor is designed to provide the required torque and power turning at only 1900 RPM, the same speed as the propeller. air density. Replaceable motor mounting points.

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Anaheim Transportation Network receives $5M to further all-electric transit operation; partners with AMPLY Power

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ATN has partnered with AMPLY Power for the management of the charging operations from system design, installation, equipment purchases, operations and maintenance. ATN’s public transportation network plays an important role in connection of residents, visitors and employees to numerous regional employment centers.

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CASE unveils first fully electric backhoe loader: the 580 EV

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The 580 EV is powered by a 480-volt, 90 kWh lithium-ion battery pack that can be charged by any 220-volt/three-phase connection. The new MICHELIN CrossGrip is a multi-purpose radial tire designed for use on the road, grass and snow. —Eric Zieser, director — global compact equipment product line, CASE.

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Bremen orders 35 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G electric articulated buses with NMC 3 batteries

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The latest generation of high-performance batteries (NMC 3) come with improved cell chemistry and a modular battery equipment design. The super-heavy duty version of the maintenance-free on-board electrical system battery has an output of 2 x 220 Ah. The vehicles will be gradually rolled out over the course of 2024.

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