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US Air Force electric truck conversion project showcases UQM PowerPhase 100 and 150 systems  In March of 2007, UQM started work on a U.S. Air Force contract to convert a conventional one-half ton pickup truck to all-electric operation. A key focus of project is the continued development of an electronic motor/generator controller that utilizes high operating temperature silicon carbide power switching modules. The controller is being developed for the USAF Advanced Power Technology Office of the 542nd Combat Sustainment Wing at Robins Air Force Base in cooperation with the U.S. Army National Automotive Center and Mississippi State University. The USAF expects to field test the controller in the all-electric pickup truck testbeds being built by the Company and powered by lithium ion batteries.
UQM Propulsion System Powers Army's “Aggressor” Vehicle
Quantum Fuel Systems Technologies Worldwide, Inc. selected UQM’s propulsion systems for a diesel hybrid electric version of the U.S. Army’s Alternative Mobility Vehicle (AMV) “Aggressor” - a high performance light-duty off-road hybrid electric vehicle This updated model of the Aggressor aims to be both energy-efficient and mission-sustainable. The design provides battery-only operations, allowing it to switch into “silent mode” with a reduced thermal signature.
UQM Propulsion Systems Powers Hybrid Electric Trucks Undergoing Military Utility Assessment Testing  Two hybrid electric future heavy truck demonstrators developed by BAE Systems for the U.S. Army that are powered by UQM® electric propulsion systems began Military Utility Assessment (MUA) Testing in March 2007. The custom 120 kW UQM electric propulsion systems powering these hybrid vehicles incorporate our latest technology advancements which further improve their performance, power density and efficiency, as well as their reliability, durability and cost. The 120 kW hybrid electric propulsion systems that power the vehicles were provided in support of BAE System's contract as part of the Army’s Future Tactical Truck System (FTTS) effort to develop a demonstrator next generation tactical wheeled vehicle, called the Maneuver Sustainment Vehicle (MSV). The MSV program will allow the U.S. Army to evaluate the need and performance requirements for a future tactical vehicle.
UQM Propulsion System Powers Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric Bus Under Development by Proterra LLC  Golden, C.O. based Proterra LLC, with funding from the Federal Transit Administration’s National Fuel Cell Bus Program, is using a UQM 150 kW permanent magnet propulsion motor to power a fuel cell hybrid electric bus. The 150 kW system was specifically designed to meet the higher power requirements of larger vehicles, such as this bus. The vehicle incorporates a battery dominant plug-in hybrid power system, which provides a significant portion of the vehicle’s power from batteries, which are recharged by being plugged into the electric power grid at night. Additional energy is provided to the batteries during operation from the onboard fuel cell auxiliary power system, which generates supplemental power to extend the range of the vehicle. The bus has been designed to accept auxiliary power units other than fuel cells such as an internal combustion engine generator fueled by hydrogen, propane, compressed natural gas or bio-diesel. UQM Propulsion System selected for Hybrid Bus Development Project by Michigan Mass Transportation Authority
 The Flint Michigan Mass Transportation Authority (“MTA”), Kettering University, Michigan State University and Transportation Techniques LLC selected our 150 kW permanent magnet propulsion motor as part of a collaborative advanced hybrid electric bus development program. The 150 kW propulsion system, with its exceptional torque and light weight, will improve the acceleration of the bus, while maximizing the range between recharges due to its highly energy efficient operation.
· Proprietary motor/generator commutation methods that create higher power across the speed range. · Proprietary armature winding techniques that reduce the AC resistance for fewer losses. · Better power electronics (IGBTs and capacitors) to support higher voltage and current limits. · Higher temperature NdFeB permanent magnets. The objective of incorporating an advanced set of control systems and more efficient components into the hybrid electric bus is to provide additional fuel efficiency improvements of 15 percent to 20 percent, or an overall improvement of up to 40 percent over standard diesel-powered vehicles |
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