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GE Durathon batteries successfully power underground mining scoop

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SEPTEMBER 12, 2013

In trials, GE’s sodium metal halide Durathon batteries ( earlier post ) have successfully powered GE Mining’s Scoop, an underground vehicle that transports mining materials, at Coal River Energy, LLC in Alum Creek, West Virginia. Sodium-metal halide cell basic chemistry. Additionally, the battery contains no lead acid materials.

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Lead Acid Power Powered Sodium

Pike Research forecasts hybrid electric locomotive sales could reach nearly 500 units from 2011 to 2020; to utilize 514 MWh of battery capacity by 2020

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AUGUST 10, 2011

Almost all locomotives used today are powered by electricity, either generated onboard through a diesel engine or provided through a connection to the electric grid (third rails or overhead lines). Other benefits include reduced noise levels and lower maintenance costs.

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2020 2011 Hybrid Lead Acid

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GE Durathon batteries successfully power underground mining scoop

Pike Research forecasts hybrid electric locomotive sales could reach nearly 500 units from 2011 to 2020; to utilize 514 MWh of battery capacity by 2020

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