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Old 01-20-2008, 10:02 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Coolio. I was starting to think of "ultracaps" as short-term regenerative braking storage devices, as in (I think) the AFS Trinity car. However, the idea that there are fewer control electronics is very enticing because a simpler system implies a more robust system.

A battery that gets a 3X lifespan boost will increase the cost-effectiveness of the hybrids.

If you build a better hybrid, they will make a better battery,

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