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In this issue, we talk about Germany’s new technology to potentially source lithium from thermal water, Trench France’s first ever ester insulated transformer bushing and VW’s €1.22bn battery deal with Wanxiang.
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Germany’s new technology to potentially source lithium locally
Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) have developed new technology that could now help Germany to source its own lithium. They have extracted it from an unusual source: thermal water.
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COVID-19 stops Toyota from presenting solid-state battery tech
The planned debuting of Toyota’s potentially game changing batteries prototypes has been put on hold thanks to the global pandemic. The batteries, which Toyota claims take just 15 minutes to charge fully, were to be unveiled at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Transformer News
Trench France launches its first ever ester insulated transformer bushing
The French-based manufacturer has launched a first for Trench France: an ester insulated transformer bushing. According to the company, these innovative products offers customers a biodegradable solution supporting the decarbonization of the high voltage industry.
E-Mobility News
VW inks €1.22bn battery deal with Wanxiang A123
According to Chinese industry insiders, Wanxiang is said to have confirmed that Volkswagen has placed an order with its subsidiary A123. No mention was made of the time frame for the delivery of the batteries.
ABB builds $30 million EV charger plant In Italy
ABB said that the new plant will have the capability to produce the entire portfolio of DC EV battery chargers, from domestic systems to systems for installation in public areas and those dedicated for urban public transport at its new facility in San Giovanni Valdarno, Italy.
Electric Motor News
Yamaha teases new electric crate motor for motorbikes
Yamaha continues its long development of motorcycle engines with a new generation of electric motors. According to the Japanese company, its new unit will “deliver in short time spans utilizing production technology that the company flexibly adapts to its various product groups, including motorcycles.”
Electric motor manufacturer plans $18 million investment for post-COVID-19 growth
Industrial automation specialist Comau, has signed a multi-year partnership with Tecnomatic, an Italian automation provider specialized in advanced hairpin stator technologies.
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