A123Systems Is Selected As Battery Supplier For BAE Systems' Hybrid Propulsion System Which Powers The Leading Series Hybrid Bus Supplier in North America.High-Power, Low-Weight Automotive( )Class Lithium Ion A rechargeable battery technology introduced in 1991 that provides greater charge per pound than nickel metal hydride. In 1993, Toshiba introduced the first notebook in the U.S. with a Li-ion battery. ([TM]) Battery Technology to Power HybriDrive([R]) Propulsion System Noun 1. propulsion system - a system that provides a propelling or driving force system - instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity; "he bought a new stereo system"; "the system consists of a motor and a WATERTOWN, Mass. -- A123Systems, developer and producer of state-of-the-art Automotive Class Lithium Ion([TM]) batteries, today announced that starting in early 2008, BAE Systems BAE Systems British manufacturer of aircraft, missiles, avionics, naval vessels, and other aerospace and defense products. BAE Systems was formed (1999) from the merger of British Aerospace (BAe) with Marconi Electronic Systems. will be offering A123Systems' lithium ion battery technology as part of its HybriDrive([R]) propulsion system. BAE Systems' HybriDrive propulsion system is available on the DaimlerChrysler Orion VII hybrid transit bus A transit bus (also known as a commuter bus) in the United States is usually operated by an urban-suburban bus line, a governmental public transit agency, or a contractor. A transit bus is normally used on public transit routes. . The system is in use in three of the four largest hybrid bus fleets in the world today. The next-generation HybriDrive system featuring A123Systems batteries will be available for commercial buses beginning in 2008. "By introducing lithium-ion technology to the transit industry, BAE Systems is continuing its nearly decade-long commitment to providing clean and efficient hybrid propulsion," said Hank McGlynn, Vice President of Vehicle Systems for BAE Systems in Johnson City, New York Johnson City is a village in Broome County, New York, United States. The population was 15,535 at the 2000 census. The Village of Johnson City was established in the Town of Union, New York and is a part of the "Triple Cities" along with Endicott, New York and . "Our lithium ion energy storage system offers better value through longer life, improved performance, and reduced maintenance. It sets a new industry benchmark." A123Systems is designing and building turnkey energy storage systems (ESS (1) (Electronic Switching System) A large-scale computer from Lucent used to route telephone calls in a telephone company office. The 5ESS is a Class 5 central office switch, and the 4ESS is a Class 4 tandem office switch. ) specifically for BAE Systems. Built on A123Systems' Nanophosphate[TM] chemistry, these packs comprise a power boost component which provides higher specific power, lighter weight and smaller overall volume than the existing battery packs, resulting in a more robust ESS that further reduces emissions in heavy-duty applications. The company's batteries are significantly smaller and lighter than the previous generation ESS technology typically used in this market and are designed to withstand the heavy duty environments typical of an urban bus drive cycle. "Our Nanophosphate cells offer a marked performance improvement in power, calendar and cycle life over other battery technologies available today and address the durability and safety required for automotive use," said David Vieau, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of A123Systems. "Being selected by the #1 selling heavy duty hybrid propulsion system manufacturer in this fast-growing market is further validation that our battery packs are helping bring hybrid vehicles This is a list of hybrid vehicles in chronological order of production: Early designs
A123Systems' Nanophosphate chemistry has been developed with the assistance of the Department of Energy Freedom Car program and is a result of more than $102 million in private investment. With performance validated by various National Labs and automakers, the A123Systems doped Nanophosphate batteries achieve the superior durability and safety required for automotive use of lithium ion technology. About A123Systems A123Systems has quickly become one of the world's leading suppliers of high-power lithium-ion batteries. Based on the company's patent pending Nanophosphate technology, the batteries deliver previously unattainable levels of power, safety and life. Applicable to a wide range of industries, A123Systems' products allow OEMs expanded flexibility in system design, removing many traditional technology constraints. Currently, the Company sells millions of battery cells to Black and Decker and Dewalt for use in the most advanced handheld power tools available on the market today. Founded in 2001, A123Systems' proprietary nanoscale At nanometer size. Any device only a few nanometers in size is nanoscale. See nanotechnology and nanometer. electrode technology is built on initial developments from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Massachusetts Institute of Technology, at Cambridge; coeducational; chartered 1861, opened 1865 in Boston, moved 1916. It has long been recognized as an outstanding technological institute and its Sloan School of Management has notable programs in business, . For additional information please visit www.a123systems.com. |
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