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Configuration: electric vehicle

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History: donated to Penn State by General Motors for research and education

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Current uses: HEV lab case study, outreach

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Plans: Platform for testing and demonstrating advances in fuel cell and hydrogen storage
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Add a small 1-25 kW fuel cell and hydrogen storage to exten EV range

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Replace lead acid batteries with Nickel Metal-Hydride pack for extended range

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Test and demonstrate fuel cells and hydrogen storage in cold climate automotive environmental conditions

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Specifications:
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102 kW (137 hp) 3-phase AC induction motor on front trans-axle

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0.19 Coefficient of drag - 37% less than a 1997 Corvette

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Advanced light-weight materials

 

 

 

 

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