Battle of the batteries
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The heart of a successful electric vehicle is the battery system, and batteries provided most of the interest in the 1992 Arizona Public Service Solar Electric 500 race. The three-day event offered indications that the production of a practical electric vehicle is drawing closer.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1992
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Battle boat
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The US Navy has a new gunboat known as Mark V that can contain 16 individuals and run at speeds surpassing 50 knots. Maneuverability is another asset of the vessel. Its power comes from two turbocharged diesel engines with a combined horsepower of 5,200.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1998
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High energy batteries
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New higher-energy batteries are entering the market due to recent advances in carbon materials, metal alloys and plastic-like polymers. The batteries extend battery-operating time for many consumer products. The latest battery developments are reviewed.
Publication Name: Popular Science
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0161-7370
Year: 1993
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