By 2040 , it is predicted that almost half of the cars coming off the production line will be a hybrid. But with that pro, there are also cons. One major upset is that, even with significantly improved light-weight lithium ion batteries, batteries are still extremely heavy. That is where energy-storing panels come in.
In Europe, a group of 9 manufacturers are currently working on a body panel that will be able to both store energy and also be sturdy enough to be protective. The panel will reduce weight by up to 15% allowing for better mileage also.
The panels will get extra energy from overnight charging or regenerative braking and add that to the already existing energy. Toyota is even looking a step further and trying to find a way to make it so the body panels actually capture energy from the sun and use it for charging the battery.
These panels will be made of sturdy polymer fibers and carbon resin for optimal protection and storage. Cars of the modern age are looking both for energy storing body panels and panels that actually collect light from the sun. These new innovations will help reduce the weight and help put the maximum time possible driving without charging.
In Europe, a group of 9 manufacturers are currently working on a body panel that will be able to both store energy and also be sturdy enough to be protective. The panel will reduce weight by up to 15% allowing for better mileage also.
The panels will get extra energy from overnight charging or regenerative braking and add that to the already existing energy. Toyota is even looking a step further and trying to find a way to make it so the body panels actually capture energy from the sun and use it for charging the battery.
These panels will be made of sturdy polymer fibers and carbon resin for optimal protection and storage. Cars of the modern age are looking both for energy storing body panels and panels that actually collect light from the sun. These new innovations will help reduce the weight and help put the maximum time possible driving without charging.
I had no idea about all of these new innovations that are trying to be created by manufacturers. These panels are a new, cool way of obtaining energy effectively and with less weight. It's even cooler how these panels will be able to capture solar energy to add more power to the hybrids. These panels are a great idea overall if they work as intended. Thanks for sharing!
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