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Saw Seaview at the Sarasota Boat show today, Nice little display in good spot just straight in the front door...The show was fairly busy, Their did seem to be regular interest in the seaview booth, BTW I checked out the camera the Pic is better than I thought it would be... I asked about secureview they did not have one there (It was a boat show)...
GB
Cabo, My family developed part of Tierra Verde never was a Garbage Landfill. They did put up sea walls and backfill but never was a dump... I have the Pics from the fifties and sixties to prove it... I hope thats not the same common knowledge you use to buy a stock...
BTW no offense taken...
GB
Cabos,
"Converted garbage site" Where did you get this... Tierra Verde is not this, I live very close, went over to the SEVU office there two weeks ago. It is locked up sign says they moved to downton St. Pete. I do not own any stock but I am looking into the company. I am doing my DD before I buy if I buy. I will eventually check out all the facilities when I get some time...
GB
Caradoc,
I will be there....
GB
Hey all,
Nice to see our little stock up, maybe we will start seeing some action now the rumors are flying....
GB
Thursday October 5, 1:27 pm Eastern Time
Chrysler forms hybrid electric vehicle platform team
DETROIT, Oct 5 (Reuters) - DaimlerChrysler AG's (NYSE:DCX - news) North American unit said on Thursday it has created a hybrid electric vehicle engineering platform team.
Chrysler also said Lawrence Oswald will head up the squad, which is formed effective immediately. He will be responsible for Chrysler's hybrid vehicle development and will report to Bernard Robertson, senior vice president of engineering technologies.
This brings Chrysler's hybrid electric technology efforts under the engineering department, signalling the automaker's move to bring the technologies to market, a Chrysler spokeswoman said. Before the efforts were handled in Chrysler's Liberty research and technology centre, which focused more on future-oriented technologies and designs.
The move ``signifies our commitment to deploying hybrid electric vehicles as rapidly as possible,'' Robertson said in a statement.
Prior to this job, Oswald served as director of body engineering at Liberty.
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 21, 2000--Power Technology, Inc.
(OTCBB: PWTC), a power generation technology development company, held
its annual shareholders meeting on September 14, 2000 at Company
headquarters in Las Vegas, Nev.
Management teams from Power Technology and Bipolar Power
International (BPI) made a comprehensive presentation to the attending
shareholders.
Mr. Jeff Arias, BPI President, presented his company's background
as well as the results of their work to date with Power Technology's
patented reticulated metal-foam battery plates. BPI has built a number
of test cells to compare the performance of ordinary lead-acid battery
plates versus test plates made with Power Technology's reticulated
foam and BPI's proprietary high performance paste formulation.
The test results showed major benefits in combining the companies'
two unique technologies.
Mr. Arias stated, "Preliminary test results indicate that
material-utilization efficiencies were more than doubled using BPI
paste with Power Technology foam." (Utilization efficiency is the
measure of how much electricity a battery can deliver per pound of
active material inside.) "Furthermore," he continued, "this is a major
improvement, since typical battery efficiencies are around 30%."
Other test data presented showed the result of the life-testing on
the test cells. The test cells show no decrease in capacity after 120
charge-discharge cycles, and testing is still continuing. "We have
only been at this for 2 months," noted Mr. Arias, "but these
preliminary test results look very good."
He then demonstrated the first laboratory prototype 2-volt battery
cell, built with the Power Technology+BPI-technology plates. To
demonstrate the prototype, Mr. Arias powered a cooling fan with
complete success.
B.C. Research Inc. (www.bcresearch.com) also provided Power
Technology's management with the first test results from their team
efforts at their dedicated facility. The initial tests of Power
Technology's patented reticulated lead plates showed the following
advantages over standard grid plates:
-- Up to 300% higher charge capacity
-- Up to 200% longer discharge time
-- Up to 200% higher specific energy
Research and development are continuing in the following areas:
-- Comparisons of foam vs. plate performance with different
pastes
-- Corrosion studies of foam plates
-- Characterization and optimization of structural and
compositional aspects of lead foams
-- Mathematical modeling of reticulated lead-acid battery for
design and construction of 12-, 36- and 42-volt prototypes
Novel battery technologies have an "image and perception problem"
when compared to fuel cells. Generally speaking, the fuel cell
technology is much better promoted and marketed.
As a result, fuel cells are somewhat unjustifiably perceived by
both the investment community and the general public, as the most
important or furthermore, the only and ultimate alternative clean
(green) technology which is destined to replace the internal
combustion engine.
Problems regarding the mass production, commercialization and the
extensive infrastructure associated with fuel cells are generally
disregarded during "marketing."
Dr. Elod Gyenge, a senior consultant and electrochemist for BCRI,
stated that, "Batteries are usually perceived as useful only for
consumer electronics and some smaller niche markets, such as golf
carts, wheel chairs or small utility vehicles.
Whilst, fuel cells are promoted as the technology which will
revolutionize the car market and it will change completely the
automotive industry, batteries are perceived in a low-key fashion.
The truth is that hybrid (gasoline-electric) vehicles are already
on the market and novel, high performance battery technologies which
are being developed, could indeed power tomorrow's cars in a more cost
effective and straightforward manner than fuel cells (e.g., virtually
no new fueling infrastructure should be developed).
"Therefore, the image of batteries as mostly consumer electronic
power sources must be changed and is time to think 'big' regarding
batteries. The Power Battery technology has to be promoted and
perceived by the general public and the investment community as an
excellent and more feasible alternative to the internal combustion
engine."
Power Technology, Inc. is a Las Vegas-based technology development
company, which holds several patents in the power generation and power
storage fields, and is working to provide innovative and practical
technology solutions for commercial, government, and industrial
applications worldwide.
Certain statements in this news release may constitute "forward
looking" statements within the meaning of section 21E of the
Securities Act of 1934. Such forward looking statements involve risks,
uncertainties, and other factors, which may cause the actual results,
performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward
looking statement to differ.
--30--SF/ph*
CONTACT: Power Technology, Inc.
Investor Information:
Investor Communications Company
Craig Heller, 888/345-0434
or
Princeton Research
Product Information:
702/251-7163 - voice
702/251-7165 - fax
URL: http://www.powerpwtc.com
KEYWORD: NEVADA
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: COMPUTERS/ELECTRONICS ENERGY NETWORKING
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It is amazing to me that people just can not see what Direction or the path that PWTC is taking. To me all you have to do is go back through the press releases and see how they all fit together like the pieces of a puzzle. I think that we are in for something big if they can pull it all off (and I think they will)...
Good luck to all...
GB
Caradoc,
We will be watching the Storm closely we are under voluntary evacuation right now, Look forward to the day when I can afford a complete solar system like the one you describe with Power batteries.... (maybeI will ask for some advice then) Hopefully PWTC will allow that...
GB
Caradoc,
Thanks Really appreciate it, Will comment more later We are under a Hurricane Watch here (I live on a barrier island) and we have to prepare for the worst...
Have a great one..
GB
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 13, 2000--Power Technology, Inc.
(OTCBB: PWTC) today announced that it has entered into negotiations to
acquire Bipolar Power International (BPI), a distinguished research
and development company located in Whittier, Calif.
BPI has been involved in advanced battery development and electric
vehicle projects for over 25 years, having developed a number of
proprietary battery technologies that helped to provide significant
increases in the power, energy and life of today's lead-acid
batteries.
Power Technology will combine its patented metal-foam technology
with BPI's own proprietary battery technology in an accelerated effort
towards the commercialization of an advanced battery. Work will take
place at BPI's 8,000 square foot facility in Whittier.
Power Technology has requested that Jeff Arias, President and CEO
of BPI, present the results of his initial testing on the Power
Technology patented foam plates at Power Technology's annual
shareholder meeting this Thursday in Las Vegas, Nev.
Lee Balak, President of Power Technology, stated, "The acquisition
of BPI would provide Power Technology with the ability to fast-track
the commercialization of a battery utilizing Mr. Snaper's reticulated
plate structure. This effort could also provide a battery for the
electric wheelchair market, a $30 million segment which is just one of
a number of potential niche markets for the Company's products."
Power Technology's director, Dr. Hugh Pomrehn, who has headed up
the negotiation process with BPI, stated, "I have complete confidence
that the two organizations can merge their technologies and produce
battery products that will advance the performance standards of the
lead-acid battery industry."
Power Technology, Inc. is a Las Vegas-based technology development
company, which holds several patents in the power generation and power
storage fields, and is working to provide innovative and practical
technology solutions for commercial, government, and industrial
applications worldwide.
Certain statements in this news release may constitute "forward
looking" statements within the meaning of section 21E of the
Securities Act of 1934. Such forward looking statements involve risks,
uncertainties, and other factors, which may cause the actual results,
performance or achievement expressed or implied by such forward
looking statement to differ.
--30--RV/ph*
CONTACT: Power Technology, Inc., Las Vegas
Investor Information:
Investor Communications Company
888/345-0434
or
Princeton Research
Product Information:
702/251-7163 - voice
702/251-7165 - fax
URL: http://www.powerpwtc.com
KEYWORD: NEVADA
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: ENERGY ENVIRONMENT CHEMICALS/PLASTICS
MERGERS/ACQ
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Caradoc,
Still hanging in there I think we are in for some good days ahead and soon..
GB
I would say the PWTC battery would be safer and cheaper....
Ford e-Ka Proves EVs Still Alive
by Bill Moore
July 26, 2000 -- With little fanfare on this side of the Atlantic, Ford's Aachen Research Center in Germany has built the first electric car powered by second generation lithium-ion batteries. Called the e-Ka, the three door, four passenger vehicle is based on the popular Ford Ka sold in Europe (18.050,00 DM).
It might be assumed that car makers have abandoned any serious efforts to develop modern battery electric cars, but as the e-Ka concept vehicles clearly demonstrates, at least at Ford Motor Company, this verdict may be somewhat premature. Here's a vehicle that has a maximum speed of 130 km/h (80 mph), accelerates to 100 km/hr in just over 12 seconds and has a range of between 150 Km (93 miles) and 200 Km (@ 80km/h) and has no local emissions.
The e-Ka is, at least for now, a technology test bed for a new generation of high-power, high-energy density Lithium Ion batteries. These new SAFT batteries have four times the energy density as measured in Watt-hours per kilogram and more than twice the Watt-hours per liter of conventional gel cell lead-acid batteries. Besides giving the e-Ka performance comparable to its gasoline-engine sibling, the new batteries, housed in three liquid cooled "troughs", can be fully recharged in six-hours time. The entire battery pack, which consists of 180 individual cells is capable of storing 28 kilowatt hours (kW/h) of energy, weighs a mere 280 kilograms or 70% less than an equivalent lead-acid pack. The chemistry of the new batteries is immune to the so-called "memory effect" which lets the batteries remain fully-rechargeable over a longer lifecycle. The three "troughs" are placed one in the front engine compartment, one in front of the rear axles and the third behind the rear axle. Ford's announcement, however, did not indicate what the life expectancy of the batteries are.
Traction power is provided by a 3-phase asynchronous electric motor developing 88 hp (65kW). The motor, battery and charger are controlled by a specially developed Vehicle System Controller (VSC).
The e-Ka isn't your everyday Ford Ka. Not only is it powered by electricity but to help reduce the drain on its batteries and improve its performance, Ford engineers employed two additional strategies. First they looked for ways to lighten the structure of the car, using a new composite material called Hylite for the roof and hood, reducing the combined weight of these two components by 45 kg. Hylite is a sandwich of aluminum and polypropylene that is 65% lighter than aluminum or steel of similar stiffness. The engineers in Aachen also utilized aluminum for the rear axle, brakes and wheel rims.
The second energy-saving strategy is the e-Ka's electrically/electronically-controlled power steering system (EPAS). It is smaller, more compact and weighs less than a conventional system, helping further reduce the energy demands on the car's batteries. Sensors detect the position of the steering wheel and the amount of torque, adjusting the amount of electrically-powered assistance applied during a turn.
The car also comes equipped with ABS braking, airbag, power windows, a 3/6kW electric cabin heater and 6.8kW onboard battery charger. Additional safety features include special power cutoff sensors which automatically shut down and isolate the battery packs in the event of an accident.
According to Eddie Nolan, the chairman and managing director of Germany's Henry Ford & Son is quoted as saying, "We have a long tradition with researching alternative methods of fueling cars in our aim to produce environmentally friendly vehicles. The lithium ion battery pack is a great step forward. The e-Ka will have the performance of a petrol engine, but with zero emissions."
While Ford has announced no plans to produce the car, it might be leaving its options open, especially with the California ZEV mandate looming in just over two year's time. A reliable source informs EVWorld that Ford may not be the only company experimenting with the new "dedicated soft lithium ion" battery technology. Possibly as many as 10 different automakers are suspected of having similar programs in the works. If true, this is would certainly indicate that car makers are "hedging" their bets with respect to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs).
As for the e-Ka concept vehicle, EVWorld would love to see Ford's German subsidiary mate their electric drive with their StreetKa spider concept vehicle. Here would be an EV that ] even the most hardened motorhead would have to take note of. It would certainly get our pulse pumping!
Hasher,
Just in from the boat been out all day, Nice breeze out on the Gulf today, Anyhow Good to see you here I like the Features that they allow. Thanks for your Info on PWTC Looking forward to future progression....
GB