The Netbooks of HP 2010 Got Battery Test
While the netbooks of 2010 so far seem to wear a pretty standard uniform (1.66GHz Intel Atom N450 processor,1GB of RAM,and at least an optional 6 cell battery),subtle differences can lead to differences performance.Not so much in the CPU performance, but definitely in the battery life department.NDevil has published a series of benchmarks of the HP Mini 210,and while it notched nearly identical scores to the Asus Eee PC 1005PE and Acer Aspire One 532H in 3D Mark,PC Mark 05,and GeekBench benchmarks,the HP Mini 510 with a 6 cell battery fell short in the battery life department.
There is no doubt that just because the HP Mini 210 didn’t run for 10+ hours like the Asus Eee PC 1005PE,it doesn’t mean its battery is useless.In fact,it ran for 7 hours and 42 minutes during a web surfing test that is pretty darn good,compared with most other notebooks on the market.It's just that we’ve come to expect a little more of a machine with an Atom N450 processor.
Minor Battery Life and Durability Make Apple Tablet Release Delay
According to Shawn Wu from Kaufman Bros,the Apple Tablet release might be delayed from March up to June due to minor battery life and durability issues,as it was reported by The Wall Street Journal.Although,Wu reassured that the unveiling of the device is still on schedule for next week.
This tablet product has been described to us as a hybrid between an iPhone/ipod touch and a mac but in terms of software and components,it appears closer to the former,meaning it is most likely ARM based.From our understanding,it is not intended to replace a Mac but be somewhat of a 'super'iPod touch where video,gaming, Web browsing, e-books and the ability to run multiple apps would be enhanced with the much larger screen."
Wu went on to echo some of the rumors that we have previously heard,such as those that state the tablet is expected to retail around $1,000 and to have a screen size between 10 and 11 inches. If this delay rumor turns out to be true, the tablet would be following the same patter as the original iPhone released in 2007, which was announced/unveiled in January and released publicly six months afterward.
At this point, it’s only a matter of about a week for all the thousands of rumors and speculations about the Apple Tablet to be officially debunked. Therefore, the patience is needed.
Advanced Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) Battery Development
ADA Technologies,Inc.received a $100,000 contract from the Air Force Research Laboratory to develop an advanced Lithium-Polymer (LiPo) battery for use in miniaturized hybrid power systems for micro air vehicles.
Rapid advancements in micro/nano technologies for MAV components,including flight control systems,sensors,actuators and on-board data processors,are enabling a new breed of extremely small and lightweight MAVs.The tiny MAVs,some as small as insects,are in high demand due to their numerous military,commercial and scientific applications; But progress has been hampered by the lack of a robust on-board power system.
ADA's new hybrid-power device is based on utilizing nanostructured electrodes and environmentally friendly electrolytes to develop an advanced LiPo battery that is capable of operating in both high-power and high-energy modes,thus eliminating the need for two separate devices.
According to Wen Lu, Ph.D., ADA project manager,"Current hybrid power systems rely on pairing a fuel cell or high energy lithium-ion battery with a high power device,such as an ultracapacitor.this type of system is impractical for use on MAVs where space and weight restrictions are critical,because two separate devices are needed to provide power."
The lightest-weight LiPo batteries currently available don’t provide sufficient energy and power densities and impose a variety of operational limitations that are unacceptable for MAV power systems.
"ADA's new technology will allow for substantial greater range,endurance and maneuverability for this highly volume-and mass-constrained class of vehicles,"said Doug Campbell, R&D program manager."Specific attributes include increased power and energy densities,longer lifecycle and storage life,increased safety and reduced weight."
SB LiMotive will supply batteries for GM
GM is reportedly considering using batteries manufactured by SB LiMotive for its Chevrolet Volt plug-in hybrid electric car.SB LiMotive is a joint venture between Samsung SDI and Germany's Robert Bosch.
If chosen, SB LiMotive would be the second Korean automotive battery maker to supply products to GM after LG Chem,which signed a deal to supply batteries for the Volt.
"We have been conducting joint research into automotive batteries with SB LiMotive and there is a strong possibility that the company will be chosen," a GM source said."However, that does not mean we will change our supply orders from LG Chem."
CT&T’s Battery Technology
Headquartered in Seoul,Korea,CT&T Company Ltd.is one of the world's few fully-integrated vehicle,motor and battery producers.As a global leader in environment-friendly vehicles, CT&T is committed to popularizing electric vehicles (EVs) by bringing advanced battery technology,innovative vehicle design, superior performance, better safety and affordability to the environment-conscious consumer.
CT&T United is the U.S.subsidiary of CT&T Company,Ltd.and will establish its North American headquarters,research and development center and several manufacturing facilities in the U.S.
CT&T produces a full line of electric vehicles including Mid-speed,High-speed,City Drive,Utility EVs and electric buses.NEVs such as the e-Zone offer a zero emissions alternative for 70% to 90% of the driving destinations and trips.
CT&T's battery technology delivers EVs with better performance and efficiency for the end-user.A proven leader in innovation in battery technology, CT&T holds 14 significant patents.Technology highlights include:lithium Polymer battery delivers double the mileage and lifespan of traditional batteries;lightweight motor design provides maximum efficiency and advanced lead acid battery offers extended life between charges.