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Renault’s bidirectional charger to drive 30% uptick in energy efficiency

Smart Energy International

The French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission (CEA) and Renault Group have jointly developed an on-board bidirectional EV charger, which reduces energy loss by 30%. With bidirectional charging, the vehicle serves the electrical network and enables the end consumer to reduce energy costs.”

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HEVO to commercialize ORNL’s dynamic wireless charging technology

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The system is designed to provide high power levels in a small package, and also supports dynamic charging, which could one day allow EVs to be charged while in motion. The license covers ORNL’s polyphase electromagnetic coil, which delivers a surface power density of 1.5

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New 3-phase High-Voltage Breakout Module for electrical power analysis of vehicle powertrains

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CSM Gmbh, the industry leader of innovative measurement and data technology for 38 years, announces the newest product to its suite of measurement modules for the development of electric vehicles. When combined with Vector Informatik’s eMobility Analyzer, real-time power analysis can be performed in the test bench and test vehicle.

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Emporia’s energy management system prepares for the bidirectional EV charging future

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Total control of power usage: from solar to EV and back to the house. Bidirectional charging promises to completely transform the vehicle ownership experience. I spent 25 years buying and selling commodities, primarily focusing on North American energy—natural gas, crude oil, and then some electricity.

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Enphase Sees Megawatt-Scale Uptake of Encharge Batteries in North American Debut

GreenTechMedia

Enphase Energy has booked about 50 megawatt-hours of sales of its long-promised Encharge battery in North American markets since launching it in July, tapping a growing demand for energy storage from residential solar customers, and laying the groundwork for a more complete home backup power system set to arrive early next year.

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Bidirectional and regenerative EV test equipment: technical gains with environmental benefits

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Last but not least, replenishing dissipated power to the grid will save a substantial amount of money annually if set up properly. More than ever, when it comes to selecting power conversion test equipment, design and test engineers need both technical advantages and eco-friendly benefits.

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Protecting critical onboard charging circuits in next-generation EVs

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Incorporating robust circuit protection in electric vehicles ensures reliability and safety By Jim Colby, Littelfuse, Inc. New vehicle designs incorporate a plethora of complex microprocessor circuitry as well as the latest in EV onboard charging technologies. Sponsored by Littelfuse. Today’s EV consumers want faster charging.