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Hyundai introducing 48V mild hybrid system with 1.6L diesel in Europe

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The technology comprises a 48-volt battery, a Mild Hybrid Starter Generator (MHSG) and LDC converter (Low Voltage DC/DC). In addition to the 48V electrical system, the vehicle is equipped with the conventional 12V electrical system, which is connected via the DC/DC converter to the 48V system.

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Renault adapts F1 KERS system for electric Twizy F1 Sport Concept

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Because the Twizy Renault Sport F1 isn’t nearly as fast as a single-seater race car, the kinetic energy produced under deceleration is insufficient to charge the KERS’ battery. Up to 4kW can be siphoned off in this way to charge the battery while on the move. The Twizy Renault Sport F1 powertrain. Click to enlarge.

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Exeter team develops low-cost photoelectrode for spontaneous water-splitting using sunlight

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A promising way of storing solar energy is via chemical fuels, in particular hydrogen as it is considered as a future energy carrier. One way this could be achieved is by using photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting which directly converts water and sunlight to solar fuel (hydrogen). After a further 6?hours —Pawar and Tahir.

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Bombardier selects Maxwell Technologies ultracapacitors for EnerGstor rail transit braking energy recuperation system

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Each stationary wayside EnerGstor unit consists of one or more power cells; each power cell consists of a power converter controlling its own set of ultracapacitors. The EnerGstor system stores energy released from nearby braking trains, then releases energy when nearby train(s) are drawing power.

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Green Crossover Project in Japan Showcases Li-ion Stationary Storage for EV Charging; EnerDel Providing Packs for Vehicles and Stationary Storage

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Three Mazda Demios (sold outside of Japan as the Mazda2), have been converted to a battery electric drive powered by EnerDel Li-ion battery packs. The combination of on-site battery storage with rapid re-charging allows for the use of direct current throughout the system, sharply reducing the amount of time needed to charge a vehicle.

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Renault Energy’s Sport F1 hybrid Power Unit; competing with intelligent energy management, not just power

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This year, the power unit is divided into six separate elements: Engine (ICE); Motor generator unit-kinetic (MGU-K); Motor generator unit-heat (MGU-H); Energy store (ES); Turbocharger (TC); and Control electronics (CE). It converts this into electricity that can be deployed throughout the lap (limited to 120 kW or 160 bhp by the rules).

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Chrysler and EPA to partner on hydraulic series hybrid powertrain for light duty vehicles

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The accumulators are used to store pressurized fluid. Acting as a pump, the hydraulic drive is used to re-pressurize hydraulic fluid by using the vehicle’s momentum, thereby converting kinetic energy into potential energy. Fluid for the system will be stored in a 14.4-gallon gallon high pressure accumulator.

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