Batteries 2019 — The Future of Energy Storage – Professor Yet-Ming Chiang, MIT

Abstract   What have been the key battery technology breakthroughs to get us to where we are now? What are some new opportunities for large-scale energy storage & what’s MIT doing? What are some key lessons for startups to be successful in the battery industry?   Content   Energy storage will play an increasingly important … Read more

Rivian R3, the Alt to Tesla

Rivian is an American automotive company specializing in electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable transportation solutions. Founded in 2009 by CEO RJ Scaringe, Rivian aims to develop and produce electric vehicles that are both environmentally friendly and high-performing. Here are some key points about Rivian: 1. **Electric Trucks and SUVs**: Rivian is best known for its … Read more

DIY Electric Car – DEFCON 20

At DEFCON 20, an annual hacker conference focused on cybersecurity and hacking, there was a presentation titled “DIY Electric Car.” DEFCON conferences often feature talks and workshops covering a wide range of topics related to technology, hacking, privacy, and innovation. The “DIY Electric Car” presentation likely focused on the process of building and modifying electric … Read more

Big Names are ALL over-promisers if not outright deceivers and liars — Testing double-A batteries: dollar stores vs. major brands (Marketplace)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K3nd-OvhPwg Best value is from ‘off-brand’ alkaline batteries.   When comparing double-A (AA) batteries from dollar stores versus major brands, there are several factors to consider, including quality, performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Here’s a breakdown of the differences between the two: 1. **Quality and Performance**: Batteries from major brands, such as Duracell, Energizer, and Panasonic, … Read more

Anyone who has ever owned a battery-powered tool knows “EV” has always been a Total Joke, mainly because of the batteries — “EV’S DEPRECIATION ON A SCALE NO ONE HAD ANTICPIATED”

23% value drop in first year alone — AutoTrader Mag. https://www.bitchute.com/video/bZYfyv9oW2pn/   The life of an electric vehicle (EV) battery refers to its lifespan or durability over time. Several factors influence the life of an EV battery: 1. **Chemistry**: EV batteries are typically lithium-ion batteries, but there are different variations in chemistry. The specific chemistry … Read more

TESLA Roadster, released “open source” per Elon Musk

Information available so far is not full production ready — you can not replicate from parts the TESLA ROADSTER; however, there is information down to legitimate circuit-level detail. Super-interesting regarding the ‘theory’ and also ‘circuits’ which includes altium schematics. — from the comments — “What they released is everything a dealer technician would need to … Read more