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In this episode of the HVAC School podcast, Bryan welcomes back Jim to discuss the groundbreaking SureSwitch contactor technology from Copeland. This isn't just another incremental improvement - it's a complete reimagining of how contactors should work in modern HVAC systems. Jim brings his expertise and even demonstrates the technology with a special cutaway camera setup, giving listeners and viewers an inside look at this innovative solution. The conversation begins with the evolution of contactors in the HVAC industry, explaining how manufacturers moved backward from heavy-duty two-pole contactors to lighter, more cost-effective one-and-a-half pole designs. While this cost reduction made sense for manufacturers, it often left technicians dealing with more frequent failures and replacements. The SureSwitch represents a leap forward, combining the reliability of traditional heavy-duty contactors with modern electronic intelligence and enhanced protection features. One of the most compelling aspects of the SureSwitch is its multi-voltage coil capability, supporting 24V, 110V, and 240V applications with a single unit. This flexibility dramatically reduces inventory requirements for contractors and service companies, allowing one contactor to handle residential HVAC, refrigeration cases, ice machines, and pool heaters. The universal application makes it particularly valuable for smaller businesses that need to stock fewer SKUs while maintaining the ability to handle diverse applications. The technical innovation behind the SureSwitch's longevity is fascinating. Using an optical sensor (described as a "little eye" in the sealed chamber), the contactor monitors for electrical arcing during contact opening and closing. The built-in microprocessor analyzes the 60Hz AC sine wave and times the contact operation to occur at the zero-crossing point, eliminating destructive arcing. This "no-arc zone" operation, combined with latching contacts that prevent chatter during brownout conditions, results in contacts that remain clean and functional even after a million cycles - five times longer than traditional contactors. Key Topics Covered ·        Contactor Evolution and Industry Innovation o   Historical perspective on contactor design changes from heavy-duty to cost-optimized o   Why the HVAC industry needed to innovate forward rather than continue cost-cutting ·        Multi-Voltage Flexibility o   Single contactor handles 24V, 110V, and 240V coil applications o   Reduces inventory requirements and simplifies contractor operations o   Applications include residential HVAC, refrigeration, ice machines, and pool heaters ·        Arc-Free Contact Technology o   Optical sensor monitoring system for detecting electrical arcing o   Microprocessor-controlled timing to operate at AC sine wave zero-crossing o   Five times longer contact life compared to traditional contactors ·        Chatter Elimination and Latching Mechanism o   Internal power supply eliminates dependency on weak control voltage o   Magnetic latching system prevents contact bouncing during brownout conditions o   Protection against undersized control wiring and long wire runs ·        Sealed Contact Chamber Design o   100% sealed contact chamber prevents insect and debris contamination o   Eliminates common failure modes from ants, earwigs, and lizards o   Reduces need for pest control interventions ·        Built-in Compressor Protection Features o   Brownout protection with automatic voltage monitoring (184V threshold) o   Random start delay (0-90 seconds) for multiple unit installations o   Short cycle timer protection working independently of thermostat timers ·        Installation and Compatibility Considerations o   Compatible mounting holes with standard contactors o   Proper crankcase heater wiring configurations o   Training considerations for technicians adapting to new terminal layout ·        Warranty and Business Applications o   10-year warranty vs. standard 1-year contactor warranties o   Good-better-best selling scenarios for contractor businesses o   Applications in high-end residential and commercial installations   Learn more at the SureSwitch at http://www.hvacrschool.com/SureSwitch.  Have a question that you want us to answer on the podcast? Submit your questions at https://www.speakpipe.com/hvacschool. Purchase your tickets or learn more about the 6th Annual HVACR Training Symposium at https://hvacrschool.com/symposium. Subscribe to our podcast on your iPhone or Android. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Check out our handy calculators here or on the HVAC School Mobile App for Apple and Android

UGREEN has broken their own record for releasing the world's first 300W charger and pushed the envelope even further by launching the world's first 500W Nexode Charger. The UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger is a behemoth when it comes to capabilities and specs. The single unit can replace multiple chargers in your home or office and recharge up to 6 devices simultaneously at max speed. We have been using the 300W Nexode Chargers in our office since 2023 and they have proven both reliable and super convenient for their ability to recharge multiple devices and as they are compatible with just about every charging standard and speed, we could remove many of the different chargers we had sitting around and replaced them with one device. We have been putting the UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger to the test in the office over the past few weeks to see if it is a worthy successor to the 300W charger we reviewed previously. UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger Specs Input: 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 7.0A Max USB-C1 Output: 5.0V=3.0A/9.0V=3.0A/12.0V=3.0A/15.0V=3.0A/20.0V=5.0A/28.0V?5.0A/36.0V?5.0A/48.0V?5.0A 240.0W Max USB-C2/C3/C4/C5 Output: 5.0V=3.0A/9.0V=3.0A/12.0V=3.0A/15.0V=3.0A/20.0V=5.0A 100.0W Max USB-A Output: 5.0V=3.0A/9.0V=2.0A /12.0V=1.5A /10.0V=2.25A 22.5W Max Total Output Power: 500.0W Max 500W 6-Port (5USB-C, 1USB-A) GaN Fast Charging V-0 Rated Flame-Retardant Material Support PD3.1 protocol, single-port support up to 240W output, in addition to daily electronics charging, but also for some high-performance gaming laptops Supports fast charging with a wide range of protocols including PD3.0/2.0, QC4.0/3.0, PPS, AFC, FCP, APPLE 5V2.4A, BC1.2 Built-in 6 Gallium Nitride chips, conversion rate up to 95%. Set up multi-channel NTC detection, 100/S temperature detection, and real-time intelligent adjustment. Orientation sensor, when the device is tipped over, it will automatically adjust the power to prevent overheating and damage to the device. Including over-current/overload/over-temperature and 11 other protections. The UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger can intelligently split the 500 watts available across its 6 ports depending on how many are being used. The highest output available from one single USB-C port is a colossal 240 watts. The remaining four USB-C ports each top out at 100 watts, with the USB-A port being capable of 22.5 watts. UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger - How does it perform? We have a collection of power banks here that are used every day. They are large capacity and with the wrong charger, they can take a lifetime to charge. With the UGREEN Nexode 500W Charger, you can plug multiple power banks into charge, along with a MacBook and iPhone, and in short order, you are ready to hit the road. The power banks are essential for journalists as you can charge everything else from them when you are on the go, and being able to charge them quickly is essential. As devices get more powerful and power hungry at home too, the Nexode 500W charger can charge multiple tablets, phones and laptops, all at the same time. It also makes it very straightforward for everyone in the home to use, as you no longer need a specific charger for specific devices. Just find a spare port on the Nexode, and you are all set. Conclusion UGREEN continue to make nicely designed and reliable products that solve problems in your home or office. The Nexode 500W Charger makes it simple to charge any device you may have with its wealth of compatible charging standards and power on offer. It is the first 500W charger available and may be the only one you will need to buy to power all of your devices. The Nexode 500W Charger is available to purchase from Amazon and directly from the UGREEN website now.

What if your truck could power your house—and save you hundreds a month on electricity?Could your EV be a secret energy arbitrage opportunity?Barry Cinnamon, a true solar pioneer, shows that it's possible right now with Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) systems. Listen in as Barry breaks down why V2H is finally ready for prime time—and why the utility-centric V2X model is failing to deliver real value for homeowners.Barry's message is clear: customers want control, not complexity. And with a 240V inverter in your EV (at least, in his Ford Lightning) plus the right home inverter/battery setup (ht to FranklinWH here), you can skip the expensive hardware and take back some control of your utility costs!This isn't just a backup power story. It's about a seismic shift toward energy independence.Expect to learn:

【迷走大學】 X 【One-Meter】 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機 團購開跑！ 受夠旅館和游泳池更衣室超虛弱的吹風機嗎？One-Meter這款 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機是針對台灣人外出旅遊需求設計，可對應100至240V國際電壓，全重300g，可折疊收納！ 我們從樣機開始協助測試，由炫風烤箱吹爆頭的威力一路調整到夠力無不適感，三段溫熱風設定加五秒溫風熱風交替功能，吹頭不再是苦差事！ 團購連結： https://gbf.tw/4uu2d 團購期為1/13~1/19。本活動為預購商品，但越早結帳就有機會春節前到貨！ 業務連絡: meisouniv@gmail.com ▽ YouTube 【迷走大學】https://www.youtube.com/@meisouniv 【迷走大學魯肚絲校區】https://www.youtube.com/@meisoludus ▽ 政治內幕《渣報》 → https://www.pressplay.cc/jiabo 【線​上課程】 ▽ HaHow平台（有六門課） → https://hahow.in/@lidance ▽ Pressplay平台（有五門課） → https://www.pressplay.cc/meiso -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

【迷走大學】 X 【One-Meter】 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機 團購開跑！ 受夠旅館和游泳池更衣室超虛弱的吹風機嗎？One-Meter這款 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機是針對台灣人外出旅遊需求設計，可對應100至240V國際電壓，全重300g，可折疊收納！ 我們從樣機開始協助測試，由炫風烤箱吹爆頭的威力一路調整到夠力無不適感，三段溫熱風設定加五秒溫風熱風交替功能，吹頭不再是苦差事！ 團購連結： https://gbf.tw/4uu2d 團購期為1/13~1/19。本活動為預購商品，但越早結帳就有機會春節前到貨！ 本集內容： 1.最後幾天的決戰 2.比人頭搞到拼拳頭 3.可能引爆公民運動的提案 4.刪了會出人命的東西 5.不夠就追加預算 業務連絡: meisouniv@gmail.com ▽ YouTube 【迷走大學】https://www.youtube.com/@meisouniv 【迷走大學魯肚絲校區】https://www.youtube.com/@meisoludus ▽ 政治內幕《渣報》 → https://www.pressplay.cc/jiabo 【線​上課程】 ▽ HaHow平台（有六門課） → https://hahow.in/@lidance ▽ Pressplay平台（有五門課） → https://www.pressplay.cc/meiso -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

【迷走大學】 X 【One-Meter】 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機 團購開跑！ 受夠旅館和游泳池更衣室超虛弱的吹風機嗎？One-Meter這款 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機是針對台灣人外出旅遊需求設計，可對應100至240V國際電壓，全重300g，可折疊收納！ 我們從樣機開始協助測試，由炫風烤箱吹爆頭的威力一路調整到夠力無不適感，三段溫熱風設定加五秒溫風熱風交替功能，吹頭不再是苦差事！ 團購連結： https://gbf.tw/4uu2d 團購期為1/13~1/19。本活動為預購商品，但越早結帳就有機會春節前到貨！ 本集內容： 1.感冒用名嘴事件 2.春節也是會照常播出事件 3.韓國代代總統事件 4.邱明玉只看到爽事件 業務連絡: meisouniv@gmail.com ▽ YouTube 【迷走大學】https://www.youtube.com/@meisouniv 【迷走大學魯肚絲校區】https://www.youtube.com/@meisoludus ▽ 政治內幕《渣報》 → https://www.pressplay.cc/jiabo 【線​上課程】 ▽ HaHow平台（有六門課） → https://hahow.in/@lidance ▽ Pressplay平台（有五門課） → https://www.pressplay.cc/meiso -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

【迷走大學】 X 【One-Meter】 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機 團購開跑！ 受夠旅館和游泳池更衣室超虛弱的吹風機嗎？One-Meter這款 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機是針對台灣人外出旅遊需求設計，可對應100至240V國際電壓，全重300g，可折疊收納！ 我們從樣機開始協助測試，由炫風烤箱吹爆頭的威力一路調整到夠力無不適感，三段溫熱風設定加五秒溫風熱風交替功能，吹頭不再是苦差事！ 團購連結： https://gbf.tw/4uu2d 團購期為1/13~1/19。本活動為預購商品，但越早結帳就有機會春節前到貨！ 業務連絡: meisouniv@gmail.com ▽ YouTube 【迷走大學】https://www.youtube.com/@meisouniv 【迷走大學魯肚絲校區】https://www.youtube.com/@meisoludus ▽ 政治內幕《渣報》 → https://www.pressplay.cc/jiabo 【線​上課程】 ▽ HaHow平台（有六門課） → https://hahow.in/@lidance ▽ Pressplay平台（有五門課） → https://www.pressplay.cc/meiso -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

【迷走大學】 X 【One-Meter】 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機 團購開跑！ 受夠旅館和游泳池更衣室超虛弱的吹風機嗎？One-Meter這款 輕井折 負離子高速吹風機是針對台灣人外出旅遊需求設計，可對應100至240V國際電壓，全重300g，可折疊收納！ 我們從樣機開始協助測試，由炫風烤箱吹爆頭的威力一路調整到夠力無不適感，三段溫熱風設定加五秒溫風熱風交替功能，吹頭不再是苦差事！ 團購連結： https://gbf.tw/4uu2d 團購期為1/13~1/19。本活動為預購商品，但越早結帳就有機會春節前到貨！ 業務連絡: meisouniv@gmail.com ▽ YouTube 【迷走大學】https://www.youtube.com/@meisouniv 【迷走大學魯肚絲校區】https://www.youtube.com/@meisoludus ▽ 政治內幕《渣報》 → https://www.pressplay.cc/jiabo 【線​上課程】 ▽ HaHow平台（有六門課） → https://hahow.in/@lidance ▽ Pressplay平台（有五門課） → https://www.pressplay.cc/meiso -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

Shoot us a Text.Our 4th Annual Year End Extravaganza is at 1PM today! But before we get there, we've got to talk about how Foxconn is still trying to buy Nissan, how a new CA law will require way more charging infrastructure and ChatGPT's phone hotline.Show Notes with links:The ante has been upped as a Foxconn exec is currently meeting with Renault officials in France to discuss acquiring a stake in Nissan, intensifying the urgency of Honda and Nissan's merger talks. Facing fierce competition from Tesla and Chinese automakers, both Japanese giants are exploring deeper collaboration to stay afloat in a rapidly shifting EV market.Honda and Nissan have been  exploring a holding company to deepen collaboration, stay competitive against Tesla and BYD, and address slowing EV demand in Europe and the U.S.A merger could offer cost savings and shared R&D across 7 million vehicles but risks overlap in markets and products, especially in the U.S. and Japan as Japanese regulators are closely watching the situation due to its potential impact on jobs. One of the biggest questions that we think isn't being talked about enough, is this being a potential door to allow Chinese EVs to enter the market.California's new building codes, effective 2026, will require EV chargers in most new overnight parking spaces, providing convenient access to charging, especially for apartment dwellers and urban residents.Most new apartment and condo projects must ensure that each unit's parking spot is "EV Ready" with 240V outlets or standardized chargers. Shared spaces can use power-sharing systems to keep costs manageable.New hotel/motel guidelines will require up to 65% of parking spots to be EV-ready, ensuring travelers have access to overnight charging.Office, retail, and other non-residential lots must designate at least 20% of their spaces as EV-ready, with incentives for installing DC fast chargers.Older parking lots must meet EV-ready requirements whenever significant updates or new spaces are added, creating a gradual statewide retrofit.OpenAI has launched a phone-based version of ChatGPT, allowing users in the US to call and chat with the AI for up to 15 minutes a month. The feature is part of OpenAI's push to make AI accessible to new audiences.How It Works: Call 1-800-CHATGPT to connect with ChatGPT for up to 15 minutes per month per phone number. You can also message ChatGPT via WhatsApp using the same number globally.The phone system uses OpenAI's Realtime API, while the WhatsApp integration is powered by GPT-4o mini through the WhatsApp API.OpenAI describes the feature as a “low-cost way” for users unfamiliar with AI to try it out through familiar channels. Advanced users may prefer traditional ChatGPT accounts for more robust features.The service mirrors Google's GOOG-411, a directory assistance tool launched in 2007 to collect voice samples for speech recognition. OpenHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

In this episode of the Structure Talk podcast, the hosts welcome special guest Mike Casey, an experienced home inspector and educator. The conversation focuses on the topics of grounding and bonding in electrical systems. Mike explains that grounding connects the system to the Earth, maintaining a reference of 120 volts to the ground and providing a path for current to flow in the event of a lightning strike or other overvoltage occurrences. Bonding, on the other hand, connects metal components together that have the potential to be energized, ensuring that current has a path back to the source and preventing people from being in the path of a potential circuit. The hosts and Mike discuss the importance of proper bonding and grounding in various systems, such as pools, CSST, and detached buildings. They also address the changes in electrical code regarding bonding and grounding requirements. In this conversation, Reuben Saltzman and Mike Casey discuss the importance of bonding in electrical systems. They cover topics such as bonding gas piping, water distribution piping, and metal ductwork. They also touch on the bonding of metal siding and soffits. Mike emphasizes the need for proper bonding to ensure safety and prevent potential hazards. They also discuss the role of grounding electrode systems and the importance of understanding electrical theory. Mike recommends consulting an electrician or a knowledgeable home inspector for proper grounding and bonding inspections.TakeawaysGrounding connects the electrical system to the Earth, maintaining a reference of 120 volts to the ground and providing a path for current in the event of overvoltage occurrences.Bonding connects metal components together that have the potential to be energized, ensuring that current has a path back to the source and preventing people from being in the path of a potential circuit.Proper bonding and grounding are essential for safety and preventing damage to electrical systems and appliances.Changes in electrical code require separate paths for neutral current and equipment grounding and the use of four-conductor feeders for appliances with both 240V and 120V components.Specialized grounding requirements exist for systems like CSST and pools, and it is important to follow the specific guidelines for each system to ensure safety and compliance. Proper bonding is essential in electrical systems to ensure safety and prevent potential hazards.Gas piping, water distribution piping, and metal ductwork should be bonded to prevent potential energization and protect against electrical shocks.Metal siding and soffits do not require bonding.Understanding grounding electrode systems and electrical theory is crucial for proper bonding and grounding inspections.Consulting an electrician or knowledgeable home inspector is recommended for proper grounding and bonding inspections.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Eclipse Experience06:10 Grounding and Bonding: Definitions and Purposes14:07 The Difference Between Grounding and Bonding29:31 The Role of Electricians in Verifying Proper Bonding39:02 Bonding Metal Ductwork50:12 Understanding Grounding Electrode Systems

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Fred's Tesla Cybertruck first driving impressions, Kia EV3, Chevy Silverado EV RST and more. Today's episode is sponsored by Momentum, a new brand of lifestyle e-bikes from Giant Group designed to deliver a full range of innovative electric, hybrid and city bikes with premium features, long assist ranges and sensor technologies that offer natural riding experiences that are both energy saving and fun. Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Is this the interior of Tesla's upcoming ‘Robotaxi'? Elon Musk confirms his threat: give me 25% of Tesla or you don't get AI and robotics Tesla ends hiring freeze, but only for one department Tesla releases update to remove steering wheel nag, shuts down sunglasses loophole Tesla officially breaks ground at Megafactory in China Chevy Silverado EV RST first drive: Incredible range and power, but is it worth the hefty price? [Video] Kia reveals full specs and launch dates of incoming EV3 compact SUV, but will it come to the US? China threatens tariffs up to 25% on imports in retaliation for EU probe, US tariffs on EVs Lucid (LCID) cuts US workforce by 6% ahead of Gravity electric SUV launch Ford slashes 2024 Mustang Mach-E price with new 0% APR offer Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/AKPmmWbMzfY

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss Tesla getting close to Full Self-Driving, Equinox EV is here, Chinese EVs, and more. Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Elon Musk claims Tesla's next Full Self-Driving update drives ‘5 to 10x more miles per intervention' Tesla spotted testing prototype with new camera setup Tesla launches 0.99% financing on Model Y for limited time Tesla drops Steam gaming support inside its vehicles Chevy Equinox EV deliveries kick-off with $35,000 model coming soon Kia unveils the new EV6 with more range, updated features, and a sleek new design Biden quadruples tariffs on Chinese EVs, up from 25% to 100% NIO's new low-cost Onvo L60 EV could boost sales to +20,000 per month Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/live/Q14lQa_ke2U

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss what's happening with the Tesla Supercharger network, is battery swap going to be a thing?, Ford goes back on BEV, and more. Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Elon Musk reveals Tesla software-locked cheapest Model Y, offers 40-60 more miles of range Tesla (TSLA) launches another round of layoffs Elon Musk says Tesla is spending $500 million on Superchargers this year after firing entire team BP tells property owners left in the dark by Elon Musk firing Tesla charging team to call them Tesla loses another manager to layoffs – but this one quit due to morale Tesla is about to remove steering wheel nag with new Full Self-Driving update Elon Musk outlines upcoming Tesla Full Self-Driving updates Tesla is being probed by DOJ ‘securities or wire fraud' over self-driving claims Trump reportedly told oil execs he'll end electric car incentives for $1 billion in donations NIO signs a new agreement with GAC Group to co-develop battery standards, charging, and swaps Ford backtracks on BEV commitments in Europe and may sell ICE models beyond 2030 Fisker files bankruptcy equivalent in Austria to gain ‘breathing room' amid Ocean production halt Rivian (RIVN) Q1 results – revenue beat, earnings miss, Q4 profit reaffirmed Lucid (LCID) shares Q1 2024 numbers: Deliveries and revenue are up year-over-year Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zjG9L5tuGlY

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss the additional Tesla layoffs, the entire charging team's departure, and more. Let's talk about it. Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla is already pulling back Supercharger plans after firing team Elon Musk is throwing his weight around Tesla, comes in like a wrecking ball Tesla (TSLA) surges on reports China is approving Full Self-Driving deployment Tesla unveils new Cybertruck off-roading features, Cybertent mode, and more Tesla Semi spotted being used by another customer Rivian gets $827m incentives to expand Normal, Illinois factory for R2 Cadillac balks on plans to go all-EV by 2030, may still offer gas cars for ‘a number of years' NIO begins public trials of its 150 kWh semi-solid-state battery packs ahead of a full rollout Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wj9yYf3C8sI

On the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week's episode, we discuss all the news coming out of Tesla's earnings, Model 3 Performance, Mercedes-Benz electric G-Class, and more. Sponsored by SplitVolt: The Splitvolt Splitter Switch automatically shares power from your existing 240V dryer socket with your Level 2 EV charger. Learn more here. The show is live every Friday at 4 p.m. ET on Electrek's YouTube channel. As a reminder, we'll have an accompanying post, like this one, on the site with an embedded link to the live stream. Head to the YouTube channel to get your questions and comments in. After the show ends at around 5 p.m. ET, the video will be archived on YouTube and the audio on all your favorite podcast apps: Apple Podcasts Spotify Overcast Pocket Casts Castro RSS We now have a Patreon if you want to help us avoid more ads and invest more in our content. We have some awesome gifts for our Patreons and more coming. Here are a few of the articles that we will discuss during the podcast: Tesla officially unveils new Model 3 Performance with 0-60 mph in 2.9 sec Tesla (TSLA) releases Q1 2024 results: missed expectations, loads release with news Tesla announces change of plans to build cheaper electric cars Tesla teases its upcoming Uber-like self-driving ride-hailing app Tesla expects its 4680 battery cells to be cheaper than suppliers by end of year Tesla gives update on Cybertruck, 1,000 in a week Tesla now plans electric semi truck volume production in ‘late 2025' Tesla is in talks with ‘one major automaker about licensing Full Self-Driving' Tesla may start selling its Optimus humanoid robot next year, says Elon Musk Tesla (TSLA) surges on Elon Musk trying to ride AI wave Tesla Autopilot is again under NHTSA investigation after doubts over recall remedy Tesla Cybertruck owner gets quoted over $30,000 for Powershare installation Tesla lowers price of ‘Full Self-Driving' to $8,000, down from $12,000 Mercedes unveils 2025 electric G-Class, with 4 motors and tank turns CATL unveils world's first LFP battery with 4C ultra-fast charging for 370-mi in 10 mins Here's the live stream for today's episode starting at 4:00 p.m. ET (or the video after 5 p.m. ET): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-XBYNb7DUYg

In this podcast we have Bill Brooks talking energy storage system (ESS) Codes, with emphasis on the National Electrical Code (NEC) and stand-alone/islanding systems. Be sure to get Sean and Bill's latest book, which is the 3rd edition of PV and the NEC, based on the 2023 NEC. To find where to get different versions of the NEC including the 2023 NEC for free check out the NEC tab at solarSEAN.com.  Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in 2021. Flow batteries, fuel cells, Article 692 Fuel Cell Systems, electrolyte, zinc, fuel cell maintenance, Article 710 Stand-Alone Systems, plaque or directory, manual load control, stand-alone mode, automatic controller, multiwire branch circuits, 690.10, 120/240V theory, direct PV systems, dc micrograms, functionally grounded, grounded, ungrounded, reference grounded, resistor grounded systems, positively grounded systems, nighttime depolarizer, impedance ground for ac (resistance ground for dc), electric vehicle power transfer system vs. electric vehicle charging system, sequencer, LG Chem vs. LG home battery prices, Fukushima, Nissan Leaf in Japan bidirectional charging, zero net export, overcurrent protection devices, fault currents, ampere interrupting capacity, kA, excel spreadsheet fault current calculator, microgrid interconnect device (MID), Article 702, automatic transfer equipment, load management, lighting controllers, backup power system, optional standby systems, generator systems, automatic transfer switch, manual transfer switch. Links: Bill Brooks, P.E.: www.brooksolar.com www.solarSEAN.com www.HeatSpring.com/SEAN 

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Ford has been taking some hits in the media on the F-150 Lightning towing range, so we thought it would be good to test it ourselves and then get the background from the people who built the Lightning, especially as we head into winter. Along with Ford's PR team, we were joined by:  Dapo Adewusi, F-150 Lightning Engineering Manager  Gitanjli McRoy, Chief Engineer, EV Energy Management Systems Here's the discussion along with firsthand towing impressions below in both New York and Detroit. I wanted to see how much range I'd lose while towing because there have been some recent videos showing only low double-digit-mile ranges coming out of the Lightning. It is hard to quantify how much range you'd lose because of a ton of significant factors, like trailer weight, aerodynamics, and efficiency as well as normal EV range factors like elevation, climate, speed, etc., which are magnified while towing a trailer. So I did two different tows: one with an open hauling trailer with a friend in New York and one with a closed trailer in Detroit – both very different experiences. F-150 Lightning towing in the New York hills After receiving the F-150 Lightning loaner, I immediately went to a friend's place to try some towing. He's got a tiny house Airbnb north of New York City, which requires hauling loads of firewood into the mountains. As the weather gets colder, the tiny house mini split heating requires 240V power, and we wanted to see if the Lightning could power it. His trailer is about 7x5 feet and weighs about 5,000 pounds loaded. Using the rear and above camera views makes hitching the trailer a breeze. Without any outside instruction, we were able to enter the info into the Lightning's towing configurator and were off in a matter of minutes. The trip was mostly uphill, and after about six minutes, our already dropping fast range dropped by about half, which was initially very scary. I had started the trip with about 180 miles of range and within a few miles of uphill road, we were at about 140 miles of range. The truck recalibrated us down to 68 miles of range, which was a bit scary since we had planned to try powering the house while we were there and had to make it back as well. The truck continued to lose range quicker than we were using it until the top of the mountain where it equalized with the range. That gave us a lot of confidence to try powering the house since most of the return trip was downhill and we would be without the load of wood. Lightning powers a tiny house, including heating, easily This exercise doesn't really have to do with towing, but while we were at the Tiny House, we decided to try to power the whole house, including mini split heating, using the F-150 Lightning's Pro Power on board and 240V generator plug. https://twitter.com/llsethj/status/1582764128397328386 It just works. Usually, this requires a generator or a very large solar/battery setup, but not only can you tow a Tiny House (or Airstream/camper) to the middle of nowhere, you can also power it and heat it with the F-150 Lightning. I think I may have sold a few F-150s on this alone. With the heat on full blast, the two power outputs stabilized at just over a kW, meaning we could have powered this thing for a full day using about 25kWh of battery. The interesting thing about the trip back is that we ended with just about the same range as we'd started with, so we must've regenerated close to the 10 miles of range of the trip going downhill. F-150 Lightning towing on flat ground In Detroit, we drove an 8,000-pound trailer, 8x8 feet front end, about 15 miles on the highway, with about five miles of city driving, then 15 miles to return. Initially, while on the highway, I kept it at about 55-60mph (just under 100kmph). Most of the Detroit area is quite flat, so elevation isn't a factor here, and it was about 40 degrees with rain. During this time, I saw energy usage at 1 mile/kW, which means we can extrapolate 130+ miles from the 131kWh usable battery. I would use this figure as a baseline for towing. You might get better in warmer, dryer conditions with a smaller trailer, but starting here is easy and effective, and you can always drop down to this speed when towing on the highway. While driving in the city with stops and starts, I saw the mi/kWh go down to .9, so keep in mind that city driving with an 8,000-pound load won't necessarily save you range. On the return trip, I tried hitting 65-70mph for brief periods, and that took the power usage down to .8 miles per kWh. So by driving just 10 mph faster, the range went from approximately 130 miles to about 100 miles. Conclusion: Speed kills range, but it kills it even harder with a 64-square-foot front trailer. I imagine the videos where the F-150 Lightning gets only a low double-digit range are staged or at best poorly planned. I finished with the following numbers after mixed driving: F-150 Lightning Towing Observations Probably the biggest takeaway for me is that towing is highly dependent on outside variables, many of which are controllable by the driver. Just dropping from about 67mph to about 57mph, for instance, added around 30 miles of towing range. The off-roading trim on my F-150 Lightning drops about 50 miles from the nontowing range, so prioritize accordingly. Preconditioning the vehicle in cold weather can save almost all losses from the weather. Towing does put a higher strain on the batteries, but that heat keeps the pack warm and helps heat the interior of the vehicle. One interesting thing I noted in hilly New York was that you lose a lot going uphill, but the regen going back down often mostly makes up for it (something that isn't the case for ICE trucks). On highway driving, as long as the trailer is built and maintained well, weight IS NOT a huge factor in flat road driving but aerodynamics IS. It makes sense since once you get the inertia going, weight doesn't really put a force on the vehicle (as long as the speed is consistent), but the drag from the trailer is a constant and strong force, which increases exponentially with speed. Plows (would impede the frunk) and camper backs aren't currently supported officially on the F-150 Lightning, but Ford is taking this into consideration for the future. Ford also notes that it is your truck, and you can do what you want with it. Also, Ford officially supports putting 400 pounds in the trunk, which is a lot less than most plows. The overall towing experience is so smooth and effortless compared to ICE that drivers might forget they are towing. There's no audible cue of higher revving and struggling motors. The electric drive system makes slowing down and speeding up seem like a normal drive. Ironically, forgetting you have a trailer can actually be a concern when maneuvering/cornering, so stay alert! There's no way to sugarcoat it: The Lightning's towing range isn't as robust as its ICE counterparts. If you are towing a tiny house up a remote mountain, you might want to look elsewhere. However, for over 90% of towing use cases, the Lightning suffices, especially if planned accordingly with charging stops.

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Show #1463 Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily, you trusted source of EV information. It's Thursday 12th May, it's Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. FORD SELLS SHARES IN EV MAKER RIVIAN FOR $214 MILLION BY REUTERS - Ford Motor Co sold eight million shares of electric-car maker Rivian Automotive Inc for $214 million, or $26.80 apiece, the U.S. automaker said in a filing on Tuesday. - Ford now holds nearly 94 million shares, or a 10.5% stake, and is still the fourth-largest shareholder in the Irvine, California-based company, according to Refinitiv data. - Rivian shares have dropped nearly 21% since CNBC reported the sale over the weekend. Original Source : https://www.investing.com/news/stock-market-news/ford-sells-shares-in-ev-maker-rivian-for-214-million-2822124 RIVIAN HAS 90,000 RESERVATIONS BUT CAN ONLY MAKE 25,000 THIS YEAR - Rivian Automotive on Wednesday maintained its 2022 production target, saying it's still on track to build 25,000 vehicles this year, as it reported a jump in reservations and a first-quarter loss that was slightly narrower than Wall Street had expected. - Net loss: $1.59 billion. - Vehicle reservations: Over 90,000. - Rivian said it now has over 90,000 reservations for its R1-series truck and SUV, up from 83,000 as of its last update in March. That total includes about 10,000 new reservations made since it raised prices at the beginning of March, it said, at an average purchase price of over $93,000. - The 25,000 target is half the full-year number that Rivian laid out in its roadshow presentation to investors ahead of its IPO last November. - The company had $17 billion in cash remaining as of March 31, according to its first-quarter release. It said that will be enough to cover its spending through the launch of its next model, a lower-cost vehicle called R2, at a planned new factory in Georgia in 2025. Original Source : https://www.cnbc.com/2022/05/11/rivian-rivn-q1-2022-earnings.html - The company said it delivered 1,227 vehicles to customers during the past three months, bringing its total number of deliveries to 2,148. - The company says that as of May 9th, it has produced approximately 5,000 vehicles, including its electric truck, SUV, and delivery van for Amazon. - In the first quarter, Rivian produced 2,553 vehicles, but only delivered 1,227 of those vehicles to customers. Asked about this gap, McDonough said it was the result of being a direct-to-consumer company without a traditional dealer network to serve as distribution hubs. Original Source : https://www.theverge.com/2022/5/11/23067212/rivian-earnings-q1-2022-electric-truck-deliveries-stock FORD F-150 LIGHTNING FIRST DRIVE REVIEW - The Ford F-150 is the backbone of the Ford Motor Company. It's been the number one selling vehicle in North America for the past 40 years, and the number one selling truck for 45 years straight. Therefore, the F-150 Lightning had some big shoes to fill, as expectations were very high. - We're happy to report that after spending the better part of two days driving various versions of the Lightning on and off-road, pulling trailers, hauling cargo, using Ford Pro Power to recharge a Mustang Mach-E, and learning more about Ford Intelligent Backup Power, we believe the F-150 Lightning is the best overall F-150 ever produced. The biggest problem Ford may have to face is building enough of them. - All versions of the Lightning feature dual-motors and all-wheel-drive, and the Extended Range battery versions boast 580 horsepower and 775 pound-feet of torque. - Quite honestly, it's faster than any 6,500-pound pickup truck really ever needs to be. - The maximum cargo capacity is 2,235 lbs (for Pro & XLT trims with the standard battery) and vehicles with the $825 towing package, are capable of towing 10,000 lbs (XLT & Lariat with the extended range battery). - The regenerative braking is strong even in the default mode. - The Lightning has a blended braking system that also adds more regeneration when the friction brake pedal is depressed. - Ford uses a 400-volt battery system that utilizes pouch-style cells that are produced through a joint venture with SK Innovation. The standard range battery pack has a usable capacity of 98 kilowatt hours, while the extended range pack boosts that to 131 kWh. - Extended Range Pro, XLT, and Lariat: 320 miles - all versions of the Lightning come standard with a locking rear differential that worked exceptionally well. - The standard range battery can accept 11.3 kilowatts when charging from a 48-amp level 2 charging source. The extended range pack comes with dual 40-amp onboard chargers with a combined input of 19.2 kW. - Customers who opt for the bigger battery pack will also get Ford's Charge Station Pro, an 80-amp bi-directional charging station free with the vehicle. - the Lightning has Ford's Pro Power Onboard and the standard version has an output of 2.4 kW on the Pro and XLT trims. However, the output is bumped up to 9.6 kW for the Lariat and Platinum models (optional on the Pro & XLT) and that power is accessible from the eleven power outlets that are scattered inside and outside of the Lightning.    Ten of the outlets are standard 120-volt and there's a single 30-amp 240V outlet at the back of the bed. The 240V outlet can deliver up to 7 kW of power Original Source : https://insideevs.com/reviews/585014/ford-f150lightning-first-drive-review/ VOLKSWAGEN GROUP TO LAUNCH ALL-ELECTRIC PICK-UP AND RUGGED SUV IN THE UNITED STATES Original Source : https://www.volkswagen-newsroom.com/en/press-releases/volkswagen-group-to-launch-all-electric-pick-up-and-rugged-suv-in-the-united-states-7955 U.S. EV REGISTRATIONS SURGE 60% IN Q1 Original Source : https://www.autonews.com/sales/us-ev-registrations-surge-60-q1-driven-tesla-ford-new-korean-models CALIFORNIA ZEV PROGRAM SURPASSES 250,000 POINT-OF-SALE INCENTIVES   Original Source : https://www.gov.ca.gov/2022/05/10/as-statewide-zev-sales-exceed-16-percent-of-all-new-vehicles-california-zev-program-surpasses-250000-point-of-sale-incentives/ BMW I4 CAN BE EVEN MORE EFFICIENT THAN THE TESLA MODEL 3   Original Source : https://www.bmwblog.com/2022/05/10/bmw-i4-tesla-model-3/ TESLA SHIPS FIRST ELECTRIC CARS OVERSEAS SINCE LOCKDOWN Original Source : https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3177473/tesla-ships-first-electric-cars-overseas-lockdown-halted AUSTRALIAN TESLA MEGAPACK FIRE – REPORT Original Source : https://www.teslarati.com/tesla-megapack-victoria-fire-investigation-results/ RENAULT BOSS SAYS SWITCHING TOO SOON TO EVS COULD HURT THE ENVIRONMENT Original Source : https://www.motor1.com/news/585072/renault-boss-too-soon-all-evs/ HYUNDAI, MOTIONAL TO DEPLOY LEVEL 4 IONIQ 5 ROBOTAXIS IN US IN 2023 Original Source : https://www.greencarcongress.com/2022/05/20220511-motional.html ROUSH TO MANUFACTURE FOR BOLLINGER MOTORS   Original Source : https://www.electrive.com/2022/05/10/roush-to-manufacture-for-bollinger-motors/ STOREDOT COMPLETES LIVE DEMONSTRATION DELIVERING 100 MILES IN 5 MINUTES Original Source : https://www.store-dot.com/press/storedot-completes-live-demonstration-showcasing-extreme-fast-charging-battery-technology-capable-of-delivering-100-miles-in-5-minutes BUTTIGIEG TOUTS ELECTRIC VEHICLES SPENDING AS GAS PRICES SPIKE Original Source : https://about.bgov.com/news/buttigieg-touts-electric-vehicles-spending-as-gas-prices-spike/ SOLAR PANELS COULD BE ON ALL EUROPE'S PUBLIC BUILDINGS BY 2025 Original Source : https://www.euronews.com/green/2022/05/11/solar-panels-could-be-on-all-europe-s-public-buildings-by-2025-in-phase-out-of-russian-fos QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM What would you like to see improved in EV charge station design? 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Chill out – considering a fridge for your caravan or camp vehicle doesn't have to be challenging. From the hum of a compressor fridge to the fumes of a gas-powered – the pitfalls and benefits of portable refrigeration depend on what a camper requires on their travels.In this episode of the Snowys Camping Show, Ben and Lauren keep their cool as they discuss the ins and outs of portable refrigeration with caravan expert Kevin, from the Snowys warehouse.For links to everything mentioned in this episode, check out our show notes:https://www.snowys.com.au/blog/podcast-caravan-fridges/Join the conversation over on our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/snowys Head to snowys.com.au for all your gear needs:https://www.snowys.com.au

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BEST PLACE TO BUY CRYPTO MINERS: https://minersdeals.com/ BEST CRYPTO TRADING TRAINING: https://benanalyst.krtra.com/t/Kbmer2... TEENAGERS MAKING $35K MINING CRYPTO: https://youtu.be/QdBAVCr5Xz0 "How much money can you make with IBeLink BM-K1" "IBeLink BM-K1 profitability" "IBeLink BM-K1 reviews" MAKE $20K/MONTH WITH HIGH TICKET AFFILIATE MARKETING: https://bit.ly/3HmUqBF HOW TO VISUALIZE: https://youtu.be/J1at4WRuSiM BECOME BUSINESS ANALYST: https://sfbatraining.com/ BLUEPRINT TO MAKE $20/MONTH ONLINE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhD8M... PLAYLISTS: HIGH TICKET AFFILIATE MARKETING TRAINING: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sifzx... INSPIRATION & MINDSET: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQOKG... HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN THE US: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CilMF... SALESFORCE BUSINESS ANALYST TUTORIAL: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tslPG... BUILD BUSINESS CREDIT TO GET FUNDING: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAgKL... HOW TO START A BUSINESS WITH NO MONEY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x7vNr... IMMIGRATION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2R3Bw... IBelink BM-K1 is currently among the most profitable miners available. It mines Kadena coins and works over the Kadena algorithm. The hash rate for IBelink BM-K1 5.3th/s and the power consumption lies in the line of 845W. The miner has been created with a low power consumption to reduce the production costs for miners. IBelink BM-K1 was launched in November 2020 and weighs around 6.6g. The noise levels are in the range of 72dB, making the miner noisier than a few of the other miners. IBelink BM-K1 features 2 fans to keep it cool. The hash rate and the power consumption of the miner are lower than several of its available competitors. This has been kept so to ensure that the miner stays profitable. Nevertheless, for mining Kadena coins, the miner's profitability is exceedingly high. IBelink BM-K1 is currently making around $2500 per month. This translates to around $30,000 yearly. IBelink BM-K1 is essentially a high voltage miner, just like most asic miners available on the market. The operating voltage of the miner lies in the range of 190-240V. The connecting interface for IBelink BM-K1 is the Ethernet. IBelink BM-K1 has been designed to operate in a temperature range of 5 - 40 degrees Celsius and in a humidity range of 5-95%. Using the miner in the conditions specified not just boosts its performance, but boosts its life as well. One good advantage of IBelink BM-K1 is its power consumption, 835W. Because the electricity charges vary at all places in the world. Low power consumption directly reciprocates to a higher profitability for miners. This makes the miner more attractive for the people residing in the areas where electricity charges are high. Users, however, have to be aware of the high noise levels of the miner, which are in the line of 74dB. This may not be the ideal miner to be used in and around residential areas, because of its high noise levels. Overall, the miner is highly profitable and a great purchase. So guys if you are looking to get into crypto mining, IBeLink BM-K1 would be a good choice. "How much money can you make with iBelink k1" "iBelink k1 profitability" "iBelink k1 reviews" "iBelink k1" "iBelink k1 Kadena miner"

GB2RS News Sunday 31st of October 2021 The news headlines: Exams committee clarifies supervision Have you changed to GMT? Volunteer at the NRC   The RSGB Exam Standards Committee has clarified the licence conditions regarding the supervised operation of Foundation licence candidates. The full announcement can be found on the examination announcements page of the RSGB website, thersgb.org/gb2rs/012 Don't forget that in the UK the clocks changed to UTC or GMT today. The clocks went back 1 hour at 2 am this morning, the 31st of October. The RSGB National Radio Centre welcomes thousands of people through its doors each month. They need to expand the team of volunteers and are particularly looking for people who can be part of the team during the week. If you're interested in becoming an NRC volunteer you should enjoy meeting people and be prepared to work a minimum of one, preferably two, days per month. Full training is given. Please contact NRC Coordinator Martyn, G0GMB for further information via nrc.support@rsgb.org.uk. The RSGB online Convention's keynote presentation is now available separately on the Society's YouTube channel. This inspiring talk by Professor Cathryn Mitchell, M0IBG explores the connections between radio and space and also looks at the many ways in which everyone can get involved. The seven presentations from the Introduction to stream have also been uploaded individually so that it will be even easier to find the presentation you'd like to watch. That full day's stream has received over 5,000 views already, with some great reviews. We'll be releasing the Learn more about stream presentations next week. Go to youtube.com/theRSGB and choose the RSGB Convention 2021 playlist. The Quantum Technology Club, in West Lancashire, will be resuming Foundation licence training courses on the 11th of November. The training sessions will continue on the second and fourth Thursday of the month thereafter with a few exceptions for holidays. Different topics, as well as practical demonstrations and interactive sessions, will take place. Everyone is welcome; you do not have to be a member of the club to join. Please contact them via quantumtech.club before attending. A new QSL sub-manager has been appointed for the G4TAA-ZZZ series. You can send your C5 sized stamped addressed envelopes using 2nd class stamps to Pete Rivers, G4XEX, whose details are on the RSGB website under the On The Air tab. Please remember to put your callsign and Membership number in the top left corner of each envelope. Can you lend a generator? The Kilmarnock & Loudoun ARC Team at Ardrossan are trying to borrow a generator for an event in early December. They are looking to borrow a 240V generator with an output of 5 to 10kVA. Please email klarcinfo@gmail.com if you can help. And now for details of rallies and events Before travelling to any rally or event, please check the event's website as there may still be alterations or cancellations due to the pandemic. The Holsworthy Radio Rally will take place on the 7th of November at the Holsworthy Leisure Centre, Well Park, Western Road, Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6DH. Doors open at 10 am. There will be traders, a Bring & Buy and catering will be available on site. The next rally we have details for is in 2022. The Sparkford Wireless Group Rally is due to take place on the 2nd of January in Davis Hall near Yeovil. Some rallies have been cancelled, as previously publicised. These are the Bush valley ARC rally due for the 7th of November and the Bishop Auckland RAC rally due to be held on the 28th of November. Now the DX news Remo, HB9SHD will be active as 8Q7RM from the Maldives, IOTA reference AS- 013, throughout November. He will operate mainly FT8, with some SSB and slow CW, on the 6 to 40m bands. QSL via his home call either direct or via the bureau, Club Log's OQRS and Logbook of the World. Richard, NN2T and Linda, KN4KJC will be active as C6AHB from the Bimini Islands, NA-048, until the 3rd of November. They will operate SSB and digital modes. QSL via Logbook of The World, Club Log's OQRS, or direct to NN2T. Janusz, SP9FIH will be active as PJ7P from Sint Maarten, NA-105, until the 3rd of November. He will operate SSB, FT8 and RTTY on the 30, 15, 12 and 10m bands. QSL via Club Log's OQRS or via his home call. Now the Special Event news Until the 2nd of November, West of Scotland ARS will be running a special event station GB4GDS, celebrating 90 years of the Guide Dog Association. More information about the station can be found at www.wosars.club. OQ05PHI is the special callsign for the UBA Section de Philippeville to celebrate its 5th anniversary. It will be active until the 22nd of November. QSL via ON4PHI. Now the contest news When operating in contests, please keep yourself and fellow amateurs safe by following relevant pandemic-related government recommendations. The 48-hour CQ World Wide DX SSB contest ends at 2359UTC today, the 31st, using the 1.8 to 28MHz contest bands. The exchange is signal report and your Zone, 14 for the UK. On Monday the data leg of the 80m Autumn Series runs from 2000 to 2130UTC. The exchange is signal report and serial number. Also, on Monday is the Silent Key Memorial that runs from 0600 to 0900. It's CW only on the 3.5 and 7MHz bands. The exchange is a signal report and a silent key callsign. Tuesday sees the 144MHz FM Activity Contest run from 1900 to 1955UTC. It is followed by the all-mode 144MHz UK Activity Contest from 2000 to 2230UTC. The exchange is the same, signal report, serial number and locator. The UK EI Contest Club 80 contest takes place on Wednesday from 2000 to 2100UTC. It is SSB only and the exchange is your 6-character locator. Also, on Wednesday is the 144MHz FT8 Activity Contest. Running from 1900 to 2100UTC, the exchange is your report and 4-character locator. Next weekend the Marconi CW Contest runs from 1400UTC on the 6th to 1400UTC on the 7th. It's CW-only on the 144MHz band and the exchange is signal report, serial number and locator. Now the radio propagation report, compiled by G0KYA, G3YLA & G4BAO on Friday the 29th of October. Well, we had another topsy-turvy week, with the sunspot number going from a lowly 10 to a much more impressive 91. We started last week with a virtually spotless solar surface, but this week the Sun is peppered with spots, with five active regions in place on Thursday. The net result is the maximum usable frequencies have been climbing, with 3,000km-plus paths being reached at times on 24 and even 28MHz, according to the Propquest website. There has been plenty of DX to be worked as well, with HD8R in the Galapagos Islands, VK9DX on Norfolk Island, both on CW, and 7P8RU in Lesotho making it into many amateur's logs. The first two were on 30 metres, which is well worth a look. Special event station HS400OZ in Thailand has also been putting in an appearance on 30m FT8 and has been workable from the UK. With Solar Cycle 25 now well underway, it is always worth checking the higher bands too, such as 12 and 10 metres. Next week NOAA predicts the solar flux index will be in the range 85-96, starting the week at the higher end and then declining. Geomagnetic conditions are predicted to be quiet, with a maximum Kp index of two. However, this could change if a coronal mass ejection occurs. For example, Region 2887, which was Earth-centric on Thursday, has unleashed one M-class and several C-class flares. A large flare, accompanied by a CME, could easily disrupt the HF bands for days. And now the VHF and up propagation news. The current spell of unsettled weather will become more widespread and affect much of the country during the first half of the coming week. There had been a hint of Tropo in the southeast last week, but we'll have to wait for the second half of the week before there is a return of weak Tropo in the south as a transient ridge crosses the country. This will be replaced by further unsettled weather by the weekend. In propagation terms, this means that rain scatter on the GHz bands may be on offer again through much of the coming week. Otherwise, it is the chance of aurora or meteor scatter that could entice us onto the VHF bands. The Orionids meteor shower is coming to an end and the Taurids are in progress, but with a ZHR of not more than five, there's little to get excited about. We have to wait until mid-November for the Leonids, so stick to the time around dawn to maximise your chances with random meteors until then. For EME enthusiasts, Moon declination is high early this week, going negative on Tuesday. Path losses are at their lowest with perigee on Friday but this coincides with low negative declination, meaning the Moon will be low in the sky at zenith. This trend of lowest declination getting closer to perigee reverses in June next year, but not until June 2026 will we see maximum declination coincide with perigee. And that's all from the propagation team this week.

 Quantum Quote: “Rule #1: do the right thing. Rule #2: do the best you can in the time you have. Rule #3: treat other people the way you want to be treated.” – Lou Holtz Heating hot water is 15-20% of the average family's energy consumption, costing $400 to $800 a year or more. Most people face hindrances in having an energy efficient water heater because of their high initial cost of installation, warranties, and replacements. With new hot water heaters coming out next year with Torii, you can finally have a highly energy-efficient water heater that will also be reused and recycled. A highly efficient induction coil will heat Torii's graphite foam core to 500 degrees Fahrenheit in just three seconds, using two to three times less energy than the average hot water heater, and providing a LOT of energy and financial cost savings. Torii is creating a subscription water heating service that will cover 100% of your installation, maintenance, and replacement costs. And, their advanced technology will let you know what's going on with your water pressure, temperature, inflow, and usage through an app or web interface filled with all the sensors and information you'll ever need. Their technology will also allow the water heater to talk to the grid and reduce energy usage during peak demand periods- providing a way for you to create additional cost savings.   About 80% of 5000 water heaters wind up in landfills every day. Because water heaters have metals that do not easily decompose, this is a terrifying contribution to Earth's shortening life span. Don't you want to join Torii as they reuse and recycle water heaters and not allow toxic metals to ruin the planet we live in? Check out this interview with Torii Industries' Co-Founder / COO – John Hynds. John Hynds was born in Long Island, New York, and raised in Clearwater, Florida. He has lived  and worked in twenty countries.  Upon graduating high school, John entered the United States Marine Corps. After the Marines, John followed his passion for technology and for 30 years has been involved in high tech. John completed the 2020 Acton School of Business, Austin, TX. Following another of his passions, John opened one of the first low carbohydrate food stores in the country, the LoCarb Outlet, learning firsthand what it's like to build a business from scratch.   John has served in senior leadership roles in sales and engineering organizations, in startups, and in multinationals.  John created two patents, one personally and one professionally. Along his career journey, John has donated his time and leadership to organizations that directly serve the poor.  Helping co-found Torii Industries, John has the unique ability to visualize the future, speak to that vision, and most importantly, create practical steps to achieving goals. As COO at Torii Industries, John enhances business strategies and helps steer the company through the ever-changing energy technology landscape.  Sign up for a free webclass to discover how easy it is to get ultra-efficient geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home – without the pain of emptying your savings account.   In “The Power Of Earth With Comfort” From Climate Master webclass, you'll discover the answers every homeowner needs to know, including:   How geothermal heating and cooling can draw energy from the ground beneath our feet (for pennies) Why homeowners everywhere are making the switch The secrets to securing utility incentives and tax credits to pay for a large portion of your new geothermal system and much more…   If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home. The most immediate climate issue that's on the table RIGHT NOW is passing the Build Back Better Act - the largest piece of climate legislation that's ever been proposed in the history of our country. That single bill will put us on track to meet - and even exceed - our goals, which is hugely important and necessary if we want life on this planet to continue. Multiply your climate impact by a factor of 1,000 with #CodeRedClimate & CodeRedCongress.com  (https://coderedcongress.com/)   SuperNova #1. Don't be afraid to bring your ideas to the table and present and defend them, but then listen to the counterpoints – to the arguments – and get int0 the discussion. There's a phrase I love; “Prefer clarity to agreement.” When you're clear, there's no resistance to the message. When you're trying to understand, there's no resistance. It allows you to take things differently and deeper. Then you can actually change your mind. If everybody just brings their ideas in order to be clear, that's fantastic. I think that has really helped navigate different barriers and ways to get around them.   SuperNova #2. Don't ever have a firm plan. Start out with something, go for it 100%, but learn along the way and make the appropriate changes.   SuperNova #3. “Water is at its most dense just before it freezes, not when it freezes like other things. It actually becomes less dense when it's frozen - that's why ice floats. Had ice not been that way, this planet would be a chunk of ice; it all would have frozen from the bottom up. We wouldn't be here if water didn't act this way, and it's the only thing in the universe that does.”    Aha Moment: “A standard water heater is 240V on a 30/40/50A circuit. A few months ago, our Engineer was running the prototype with a tuned induction coil and they were able to run our system at 120V on a 15A standard house current. So we were there!” – John Hynds    Best Advice He's Ever Received: “Before I went in the Marine Corps, my cousin looked at me and said ‘You know, don't let them change you. You have a great sense of humor. It's something really important in life.' I never thought I would remember him saying that, but I realized how important that is to just be you, no matter where you are.” – John Hynds   Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: “Tell the truth. On the flip side of that is I really expect that from other people. It's a very debilitating thing when folks aren't truthful. So I try to keep that foremost in front of me and expect that from other folks.” – John Hynds   Internet Resource: Torii Industries   Book Recommendation: Life's Matrix: A Biography of Water   Magic Wand: “That everyone would be able to understand other people's perspectives. I've travelled a lot in about 20 different countries. I think the biggest thing is to understand other people  - or at least have a perception of walking in their shoes.” – John Hynds   WTF or F: “I love weather. Growing up in Florida, when I would hear there's a tornado watch, I would shimmy up our TV antenna – which they used to have back in the day on a house – and sit up there with my binoculars, sometimes in the pouring rain. The very first time I saw a waterspout forming over Tampa Bay – maybe not even 15 miles from the house – and watched this funnel cloud come down. As soon as it touched the water, the funnel on the whole sky turned black. The enormity of the power of that event hit me. A tornado is not a swirling wind; it's enormously destructive. The amount of power just watching that happen blew me away.  I was probably 12 or 13 years old.” – John Hynds   Most Energized About Today: “Torii Industries.. I really think we can start a big change for people. We are starting with water heaters and we are going to expand in the home and do what we can to help optimize other appliances. There's a lot of room for growth. I'm excited about the technology, the energy, and creating a business model that I think is fair. It's going to help the end user save money over time. It's going to help the plumbers be engaged with that end user and become a partner. Being part of Torii, we can help facilitate that.” – John Hynds   Next Step: “Currently, we've got prototypes built and we're tuning and tweaking those. When we get what we believe is our final prototype,, we'll be going to get UL and Green certifications. By this time next year, we should be shipping product. We're currently in our seed funding round right now, talking to investors to move the company along, and it's going pretty well.” – John Hynds   Parting Advice: “Never stop learning. Never stop growing. Things don't always work out the way you want, but keep trying and moving forward”. – John Hynds   Connect: Website: https://toriiway.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/torii-industries    

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Show #1088.Today’s big EV stories:·       Why The F-15 Lightning Is A Huge Shift·       Ford F-150 Price and Specs·       The Ford F-150 Lightning Is the Electric Vehicle of Dystopia·       F-150 Lightning's Range  when Towing·       Ford CEO: Electric vehicle demand will transform industry·       Frunking Fantastic Storage  If you get any value from this podcast please consider supporting my work on Patreon here. Plus all Patreon supporters get their own unique ad-free podcast feed. Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Thursday 20th May. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to. Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they’ve built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It’s a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too. WHY THE F-150 LIGHTNING IS A HUGE SHIFT"The F-150 Lightning, an all-electric version of its popular pickup truck due out in 2022, and it’s aggressively priced for an EV. The base model with 230 miles of range starts at $39,974, while the extended range version starts in the mid-$50,000s and can go about 300 miles." says The Verge: "That puts it right on par, price-wise, with Tesla’s Cybertruck and far below more luxury-minded options like Rivian’s R1T or General Motors’ exorbitant GMC Hummer pickup. And since Ford’s vehicles are still eligible for the full $7,500 federal tax credit, that price tag can essentially come down even more for early buyers. the F-150 Lightning is by far the most familiar-looking of the electric pickups announced to date. And Ford is betting big that this unchallenging boxy design — which Elon Musk poked fun at during the Cybertruck announcement in 2019 — will pay off." https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/19/22442777/ford-f-150-lightning-electric-truck-specs-price FORD F-150 PRICE AND SPECS"There are two undisclosed battery versions: Standard-Range and Extended-Range that are expected to have a range of 230 miles (370 km) and 300 miles (483 km) respectively. We guess that the battery capacity stands at 115 kWh net/125 kWh total and 155 kWh net/170 kWh total, respectively." says InsideEVs: "The mid-series XLT trim will start at $52,974 MSRP, while the top of the line trim is up to over $90,000. We don't know the price of the Extended-Range Battery version yet. The detailed pricing will be released in Fall 2021.  The battery cells for the electric F-150 are supplied from SK Innovation's battery plants in Commerce, Georgia (Ford will additionally form a JV with SK Innovation in the future). According to SK Innovation, the cells are the world’s first high-density “Nickel 9” (battery that has 90% nickel content in the cathode)" Ford F-150 Extended Range Specs: EPA range of up to 300 miles (483 km) 0-60 mph (96.5 km/h): "mid-4-second range" top speed: undisclosed dual motor all-wheel drive DC fast charging: up to 150 kW payload of up to 1,800-pound (816 kg) Cargo box volume 52.8 cubic feet Front trunk volume: 14.1 cubic feet (400 liters) and 400 pounds (181 kg) of payload towing capacity up to 10,000-pound (4,536 kg) Pro Power Onboard (option): 9.6 kW power export with ten 120V outlets plus one 240V outlet(Two in the cab, four in the bed and four in the front trunk, plus a 240V outlet in the bed) Intelligent Backup Power capability (standard): 9.6 kW https://insideevs.com/news/508686/ford-f150-lightning-specs-prices/ THE FORD F-150 LIGHTNING IS THE ELECTRIC VEHICLE OF DYSTOPIA"It will be the first electric vehicle, the company says, to serve as a “battery on wheels.” Ford says the extended battery in the more expensive version of the electric F-150 will be able to power a blacked-out home for three days. Potential users will likely have to pay to install a home integration system, price to be determined. During the rollout event, CEO Jim Farley cited recent ice storms in Texas, which have been blamed in part on climate change and which stunted the state's electric grid for five days, as a reason to pony up for the Lightning." says Wired: "Being able to pump 9.6 Kw of power into your home is what Costa Samaras, a professor who studies energy policy at Carnegie Mellon, calls “an add-on.” “It’s a luxury that someone might use once every two years,” he says. But the vehicle’s ability to power homes, as well as tools, might be the sort of feature that will attract even the previously EV-incurious, he says. Americans might not be interested in buying products for climate resilience per se. But demand for in-home generators in Texas has reached an all-time high since the February ice storms." https://www.wired.com/story/ford-lightning-f150-electric-vehicle-dystopia/ F-150 LIGHTNING'S RANGE WHEN TOWING"Although the Lightning is aided by the aerodynamic effects of its flat underbody, when running at real highway speeds there's no tricking the air molecules, and a bluff truck is going to suffer. In our highway range testing, which we conduct at a steady 75 mph, we typically see a range number that's about 20 percent below the EPA figure. Using that same bogey, which is probably generous in the case of a full-size pickup, would put the Lightning in the 180-to-240-mile zone for what you might achieve on a road trip." says Car & Driver: "Towing anywhere near the 10,000-pound maximum rating on XLT and Lariat models (with the maximum trailer tow package and extended-range battery) at highway speeds, we believe you'd be hard pressed to exceed double-digit miles. We'd take that bet, in fact. At least there's some smart technology to help adjust the range prediction shown to the driver in day-to-day use. As launched on the 2021 F-150, the Lightning uses a height sensor at each corner to estimate the load in the bed or on the trailer hitch and preemptively adjusts down the range predictions accordingly." https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a36481590/ford-f150-lightning-range-towing/ FORD CEO: ELECTRIC VEHICLE DEMAND WILL TRANSFORM INDUSTRY"Jim Farley, the company’s new CEO, calls the introduction of an electric version of the nation’s top-selling vehicle a watershed moment for Ford as well as for the auto industry" according to AP who spoke to him Q: How long do you think it will be until the majority of vehicles you sell are battery electric? A: A lot of it will depend on government support, the infrastructure (charging stations) build-out, as well as a support for the purchase. We have a $7,500 benefit still at Ford. So it depends on what happens with government policy, and whether that tips the scale for a lot of customers. It has in Europe. China is moving fast. We’re totally sold out with the Mach E (Electric SUV). On the West Coast, it’s already changed quickly. It’ll be a matter of time before that sweeps across the country https://apnews.com/article/technology-electric-vehicles-business-718598a7dea7decc1791c946bae2616a FRUNKING FANTASTIC STORAGE"With more and more electric vehicles entering the market, and fewer engine bays needing to hold engines, frunks are here to stay, and we can quickly see them becoming competitive battlegrounds. And the new Ford F-150 Lightning has one." says Motortrend: "The F-150 Lightning comes only in four-door SuperCrew configuration with a 5.5-foot bed. But up front, in the nose where a large internal combustion engine would normally reside, there is a large and deep cargo hold offering 14.1 cubic feet of space.  The frunk locks with the rest of the vehicle. It can be opened any one of six ways: using the key fob, pressing the button under the frunk lid, pushing the button inside the cab, tapping the 15.5-inch touchscreen, using the keypad on the door, or through the FordPass app on your smartphone.  The cool blacked-out chrome grille is attached to the hood and they open as a single piece (again, like a trunk lid facing forward). There are LED lights embedded on the underside of the grille (which look curiously like the headlights on the new Rivian R1T pickup, albeit pointed into the F-150 instead of out... ) that throw light down into the cargo area. How far the hood raises is adjustable." https://www.motortrend.com/news/2022-ford-f-150-lightning-ev-frunk-trunk-details/ QUESTION OF THE WEEK WITH EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM What’s the best specialist vehicle you can think of which would make a great EV?  Email me your thoughts and I’ll read them out on Sunday – hello@evnewsdaily.com

Wanna split £100? You get £50 free AND save money on 100% green electricity by moving to Octopus Energy. Plus I get £50 to support this podcast but ONLY if you do it by using my unique referral code. I moved to Octopus recently and had been putting it off for ages,  but I kicked myself for not doing it sooner, as it’s literally a 5 minute job to give them your details.   Click here: https://share.octopus.energy/free-puma-452   On today’s podcast: Hyundai explores battery leasing to lower EV prices 2021 Bolt EV Seeing Large Discount US Ford dealerships will need to invest $35,000 for EVs Volkswagen begins electric car sharing in Hamburg BMW Changes Charging Tariffs In Europe Aral Is Planning Broader HPC Expansion In Germany     Show #998   Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Friday 19th February. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story so you don't have to.   Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they’ve built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It’s a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too.   HYUNDAI EXPLORES BATTERY LEASING TO LOWER EV PRICES "Hyundai is looking into battery leasing as a way to lower electric-car prices and ensure environmentally-conscious reuse of battery packs. The automaker on Thursday announced a memorandum of understanding with the South Korean government and partner companies to create an "ecosystem" around EV batteries, according to a press release." says Green Car Reports: "One of the partners is KST Mobility, which will lease batteries from Hyundai for a fleet of electric taxis. The company will pay a monthly fee for the battery leases, which will result in lower upfront costs for the purchase of EVs, Hyundai said. After "extensive usage," Hyundai said it will recover the batteries and use them in an energy-storage system for fast charging of EV taxis. While the release did not discuss the scale of this business, or verify that the scheme relates to vehicles built on its upcoming E-GMP platform, Hyundai noted that it recently acquired a patent "for a container that can efficiently transport large quantities of used batteries.""   https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1131332_hyundai-explores-battery-leasing-to-lower-ev-prices-coordinate-reuse   2021 BOLT EV SEEING LARGE DISCOUNT "Chevy cranked-up discounts on the 2021 Bolt EV just days ahead of a recently-unveiled redesign. In addition to more than doubling the value of rebates compared to earlier this month, our analysis finds that leasing one can be a surprisingly good deal." says Cars Direct: "According to a bulletin sent to dealers on February 9th, all 2021 Bolts now offer an $8,500 cash incentive. That's 70% more than the $5,000 rebate from earlier this month. The change rolled out days before the brand's unveiling of the Bolt's 2022 redesign. But that's not the only improvement. At the same time, the latest version of the Bolt became eligible for GM Employee Pricing. You may not see it advertised yet on Chevy's website, but this is actually the same deal the brand is offering on the 2020 Bolt. In the case of a Bolt Premier, that's worth more than $11,000 off MSRP."   https://www.carsdirect.com/deals-articles/2021-bolt-ev-discounts-surged-days-before-redesign-unveiling   US FORD DEALERSHIPS WILL NEED TO INVEST $35,000 FOR EVS   "Ford has sent a letter to its US dealers to inform them that they will be required to invest a sum of $35,000 to receive the brand’s “next-generation EV certification”. This is meant to cover chargers and service offers for EV" reports electrive: "Ford states in their letter that the initial investment is optional for most dealers at the moment, and is only an estimate to cover charging infrastructure, service equipment, and installation. One of the basic barriers to be able to take EV reservations for Ford requires the dealerships to be capable of demonstrating 240V charging capability and ordering necessary service equipment by April 30."   https://www.electrive.com/2021/02/18/us-ford-dealerships-will-need-to-invest-35000-for-evs/   VOLKSWAGEN BEGINS ELECTRIC CAR SHARING IN HAMBURG Rethinking mobility: Volkswagen Group has already succeeded in doing this with the WeShare pilot project in Berlin since 2019 – so successfully, in fact, that fully electric car sharing will now also be possible in Hamburg from February 25. There are now well over 100,000 people registered with WeShare In Berlin. Around half of them use WeShare at least once a month. In these times of crisis, many people see car sharing as a safe and reliable addition to their mobility. For good reasons: The vehicles are within walking distance. In addition, the cleaning and disinfection intervals of the vehicles have been shortened. According to Reth, there was no reluctance or fear to use the vehicles during the pandemic. Around 800 electric ID.3 vehicles will be on the road in an environmentally friendly manner."   https://www.volkswagenag.com/en/news/stories/2021/02/volkswagen-begins-electric-car-sharing-in-hamburg.html   EVGO AWARDED GRANTS BY STATE OF NEW JERSEY TO SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF 30 NEW FAST CHARGERS - EVgo, the nation's largest public fast charging network for electric vehicles (EVs) and only platform that is powered by 100% renewable electricity, announced today that it was awarded a series of grants from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to deploy 30 new DC fast charging stalls at eight locations across the Garden State, including at grocery stores, retail shopping centers, and a travel plaza on the New Jersey Turnpike. Development of the new stations will be supported by the New Jersey DEP's It Pay$ to Plug In program.   BMW CHANGES CHARGING TARIFS IN EUROPE "The BMW Group has introduced a new tariff structure for its charging services BMW Charging and Mini Charging in 19 European countries. Only one of the two tariffs offers fixed prices at all available charging stations. In both cases, preferential conditions with Ionity cost more." says electrive; "after a one-time registration, BMW or Mini drivers are supposed to get access to 173,000 charging points in 19 European countries via app or charging card. The vast majority (162,000 charging points) are AC chargers, the remaining 11,000 charging points are operated with direct current. BMW has not yet revealed the number of HPC chargers with more than 150 kW. In Austria, for example, customers are charged by the minute (AC: 0.10 euros per min, DC, 0.47 euros per min), but in the Netherlands, drivers are charged by the amount of energy consumed (AC: 0.27 euros per kWh, DC: 0.41 euros per kWh). Ionity is exempt from the DC conditions (also in roaming). Here, 0.79 euros per kWh is charged"   https://www.electrive.com/2021/02/17/bmw-introduces-new-charging-tarifs/   https://www.press.bmwgroup.com/deutschland/article/detail/T0326232DE/mit-bmw-/-mini-charging-ist-fahrstrom-guenstiger-als-benzin-diesel   ARAL IS PLANNING BROADER HPC EXPANSION IN GERMANY   "Aral is combining all activities in the field of e-mobility under its new Aral Pulse brand and has announced that it intends to expand its HPC network in Germany more comprehensively than previously planned: by the end of the year, 500 charging points with up to 350 kW are to be connected to over 120 Aral Petrol stations are in operation." reports de24.news: "So far, Aral had promised 100 high-power charging points at around 30 German filling stations by mid-2021. This announcement was made in July 2020. At that time, however, Aral was already talking about the long-term planning for “several hundred locations”."   https://www.de24.news/en/2021/02/aral-is-planning-broader-hpc-expansion-in-germany.html   https://www.aral.de/de/global/retail/presse/pressemeldungen/aral-beschleunigt-ausbau-von-ultraschnellladesaeulen.html   NEW QUESTION OF THE WEEK With my 1000th podcast around the corner, what kind of media coverage do you want in 2021?   Send me your answer: hello@evnewsdaily.com     You can listen to all 997 previous episodes of this this for free, where you get your podcasts from, plus the blog https://www.evnewsdaily.com/ – remember to subscribe, which means you don’t have to think about downloading the show each day, plus you get it first and free and automatically.   It would mean a lot if you could take 2mins to leave a quick review on whichever platform you download the podcast.   And  if you have an Amazon Echo, download our Alexa Skill, search for EV News Daily and add it as a flash briefing.   Come and say hi on Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter just search EV News Daily, have a wonderful day, I’ll catch you tomorrow and remember…there’s no such thing as a self-charging hybrid.     PHIL ROBERTS / ELECTRIC FUTURE (PREMIUM PARTNER) BRAD CROSBY (PREMIUM PARTNER) PORSCHE OF THE VILLAGE CINCINNATI (PREMIUM PARTNER) AUDI CINCINNATI EAST (PREMIUM PARTNER) VOLVO CARS CINCINNATI EAST (PREMIUM PARTNER) NATIONALCARCHARGING.COM and ALOHACHARGE.COM  (PREMIUM PARTNER) DEREK REILLY FROM THE EV REVIEW IRELAND YOUTUBE CHANNEL (PREMIUM PARTNER) RICHARD AT RSEV.CO.UK – FOR BUYING AND SELLING EVS IN THE UK (PREMIUM PARTNER)   DAVID AND LISA ALLEN (PARTNER) GARETH HAMER (PARTNER) eMOBILITY NORWAY HTTPS://WWW.EMOBILITYNORWAY.COM/  (PARTNER) BOB BOOTHBY – MILLBROOK COTTAGES AND ELOPEMENT WEDDING VENUE (PARTNER) DARIN MCLESKEY FROM DENOVO REAL ESTATE (PARTNER) JUKKA KUKONEN FROM WWW.SHIFT2ELECTRIC.COM RAJEEV NARAYAN (PARTNER) IAIN SEAR (PARTNER)   ADRIAN BOND (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ALAN SHEDD (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ALEX BANAHENE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ALEXANDER FRANK @ https://www.youtube.com/c/alexsuniverse42 ANDERS HOVE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ANDREA JEFFERSON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ANDREW GREEN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ANDY NANCARROW AND LILIAN KASS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ASEER KHALID (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) BÅRD FJUKSTAD (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) BLUNDERBUSS JONES (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER BRIAN THOMPSON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) BRUCE BOHANNAN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) CHARLES HALL (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) CHRIS HOPKINS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) CHRISTOPHER BARTH (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) COLIN HENNESSY AND CAMBSEV (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) CRAIG ROGERS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DAMIEN DAVIS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DAVID FINCH (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DAVID MOORE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DAVID PARTINGTON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DAVID PRESCOTT (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) DON MCALLISTER / SCREENCASTSONLINE.COM (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ED CORTREEN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ERIC HANSEN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ERU KYEYUNE-NYOMBI (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) FREDRIK ROVIK (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) GENE RUBIN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) HEDLEY WRIGHT (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) HEINRICH LIESNER (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) IAN GRIFFITHS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) IAN (WATTIE) WATKINS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JACK OAKLEY (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JAMES STORR (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JAVIER CARMELO DÍAZ PÉREZ (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JIM MORRIS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JOHN SCHROEDER (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JON AKA BEARDY MCBEARDFACE FROM KENT EVS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JON MANCHAK (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) JUAN GONZALEZ (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) KEVIN MEYERSON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) LAURENCE D ALLEN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) LEE BROWN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) LUKE CULLEY (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) MARCEL WARD (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) MARTY YOUNG  (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) MIA OPPELSTRUP (PARTNER) MIKE WINTER (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) NATHAN GORE-BROWN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) NATHANIEL FREEDMAN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) NEIL E ROBERTS FROM SUSSEX EVS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) OHAD ASTON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PAUL STEPHENSON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PETE GLASS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PETE GORTON (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PETER & DEE ROBERTS FROM OXON EVS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PHIL MOUCHET (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) PHILIP TRAUTMAN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) RAYMOND ROWLEDGE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) RENE KEEMIK (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) RENÉ SCHNEIDER (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ROB HERMANS (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ROB FROM THE RSTHINKS EV CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) ROBERT GRACE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) RUPERT MITCHELL (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) SEIKI PAYNE (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) STEPHEN PENN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) STEVE JOHN (EXECUTIVE PRODUCER) THOMAS J. 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This show came about because of an email from Dave Morriss on the 4th March 2020 The upshot of it was that Dave came into possession of an illuminated lantern that he wanted to use. He had a problem however as the lantern in question was sealed and he didn't know the working voltage of the bulb within. He asked me if there was a way of working it out. Well first of all before I go any further I should probably say I'm not a bulb expert, however I set about doing a little investigating. What I was about to discover is that calculating this is not as straightforward as you might think. One thing you might think to do is to use a meter to measure the resistance of the bulb. Even doing this however is fraught with difficulty because measuring the resistance of a cold bulb not at working temperature will give a misleading answer. This is because the resistance of a standard bulb changes with temperature. I can demonstrate this by measuring the resistance of two light bulbs I have lying around the house. One is a clear traditional Bayonet tungsten filament house bulb rated at 40W. I live in the UK so its operating voltage is 240V I used my trusty Fluke 77 Digital Ohmmeter but any meter capable of measuring resistance will do. This bulb at room temperature measured a resistance of 108 ohms The other bulb was a Halogen E14 screw in bulb rated at 28W and its operating voltage like the previous bulb was 240V. Its measured resistance at room temperature was 144 ohms) Diagrams Created using LibreOffice Draw "Version: 6.0.7.3" Formulae Calculations For (tungsten filament bulb) V/R = I (Amps) so 240V / 108 ohms = 2.2 Amps V x I = P (Watts) so 240V x 2.2 Amps = 528W Calculations For (halogen bulb) V/R = 240V / 144 ohms = 1.7 Amps (halogen) V x I = W so 240V x 1.7 Amps = 408W As per usual I used google and come up with somebody asking the same sort of question at http://www.candlepowerforums.com/vb/showthread.php?64832-How-to-identify-voltage-of-an-unmarked-bulb yes it seems like there a forum for just about anything you can think of. One person on the forum made the point that there really isn't such a thing as a working voltage it just depends on how long you want the bulb to last. For this reason I always turn down the brightness on any car I own that his dimmable dashboard lights changing these bulbs can be a real pain and or can be expensive. Sometimes the stated working voltage for a bulb can be misleading for example a car bulb will often state a working voltage of 12V but is likely to be running at a higher voltage when the engine is running due to the operation of cars alternator. Another person suggested trying to estimate the length of the filament and using this to determine the working voltage. Yet somebody else suggested just using a variable supply and to just slowly increase the voltage until a reasonable amount of light is generated. This might be quite simple if it's a low voltage bulb and you could even use some batteries lying around connecting them in series adding one battery at a time until the required brightness is achieved. It isn't so simple if bulb requires a higher voltage. In the end I just passed this information onto Dave wishing him luck in his path to discovering the optimal working voltage for his lantern. Feel free to write a comment if any of you out there have any other idea on finding the working voltage of a bulb this way it can be shared with the rest of us during the Community News, better still send in your own show.

Z1 Auto CPAP Machine Review: Your CPAP Machine on the GoCompact enough to fit in one's palm, the Z1 Auto CPAP Machine only weighs about 10 ounces. Now, you can take your CPAP therapy while traveling without having to worry about weight and space.The Z1 Auto CPAP also promotes uninterrupted sleep, thanks to its ultra-quiet motor that only registers 26 dBA during operation.The machine also has a patented Z-Breathe technology that enhances comfort by lowering CPAP pressure during exhalation based on your breathing pattern. Every user can now enjoy prescribed levels of pressure as it auto adjusts to your pressure needs while you sleep.It comes with a built-in Bluetooth chip so you can wirelessly connect the machine to nearby tablets and smartphones using the free Nitelog app. The app allows you to review and share sleep reports, and even control and adjust basic machine settings, like ramp and Z-Breathe. The app works in both iOS and Android devices.Key Features include:The Z1 Auto measures only about 6.5 inches and weighs 10.4 ounces, making it one of the lightest auto CPAP machines in the market.You also don't have to worry about power since it has a built-in power supply that auto adjusts from 100V to 240V.And since it is approved by the Federal Aviation Administration, you can count on it for in-flight use.Intelligent Pressure ReliefAside from being compact and lightweight, the Z1 Auto CPAP Machine automatically adapts to your breathing requirements every time you use it.Thanks to its pressure relief feature, it can effectively reduce the air pressure every time you exhale. Your breathing becomes more natural due to the overall lower airstream pressure.What's more is that you can also adjust the levels of the Z-Breathe feature: 1 for gentle pressure relief, 2 for moderate pressure relief, and 3 for large pressure relief.Nitelog App and Data ReportingWant to make sure you have a record of all your sleep information? You can keep track of it using the Nitelog App.This data recording and reporting app allows you to easily share your sleep information with your physician. You can download it to any mobile iOS or Android device, and even sync it directly to your device via Bluetooth.It even doubles as a remote control for the machine, allowing you to adjust specific settings. Best of all, the Nitelog App is free!Heat Moisture Exchange Humidifier FilterNo need to shell out extra money for a humidifier filter. The Z1 Auto CPAP Machine already includes a top-grade humidifier system, which acts as a more convenient alternative to bulky water-based humidifiers.The Heat Moisture Exchange (HME) requires no additional power since it's an inline waterless humidification solution.High-Quality Integrated BatteryNeed a CPAP machine with a long running time? You can now purchase an optional integrated battery for the Z1 Auto CPAP Machine.Known as the PowerShell with Extended Life, the integrated battery can extend uninterrupted sleep therapy for at least 8 hours, cord-free!PowerShell is definitely designed with travelers in mind since it holds both the machine and battery together in one pack.Feedback from Users“Took this to Europe and loved it. Have used on several other trips and I am HAPPY with the performance. The improvement in weight from lugging my old machine along is wonderful. I would recommend this product and wish I had purchased several years ago. I paid for this machine myself, not insurance, and I think it was a good purchase. “ “Took my HDM Z1 to Italy last month and was very surprisedSupport the show (https://wellawaresystems.com/)

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Show #717   Good morning, good afternoon and good evening wherever you are in the world, welcome to EV News Daily for Thursday 5th March 2020. It’s Martyn Lee here and I go through every EV story to save you time.   Thank you to MYEV.com for helping make this show, they’ve built the first marketplace specifically for Electric Vehicles. It’s a totally free marketplace that simplifies the buying and selling process, and help you learn about EVs along the way too.     GM REVEALS NEW EVS, BATTERY TECH AND PLATFORM GM said today: "The heart of GM’s strategy is a modular propulsion system and a highly flexible, third-generation global EV platform powered by proprietary Ultium batteries. They will allow the company to compete for nearly every customer in the market today, whether they are looking for affordable transportation, a luxury experience, work trucks or a high-performance machine"   ULTIUM BATTERIES AND PROPULSION SYSTEM HIGHLIGHTS   GM’s new Ultium batteries are unique in the industry because the large-format, pouch-style cells can be stacked vertically or horizontally inside the battery pack. This allows engineers to optimize battery energy storage and layout for each vehicle design.   Ultium energy options range from 50 to 200 kWh, which could enable a GM-estimated range up to 400 miles or more on a full charge with 0 to 60 mph acceleration as low as 3 seconds. Motors designed in-house will support front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive and performance all-wheel drive applications.   Ultium-powered EVs are designed for Level 2 and DC fast charging. Most will have 400-volt battery packs and up to 200 kW fast-charging capability while our truck platform will have 800-volt battery packs and 350 kW fast-charging capability.   GM’s flexible, modular approach to EV development will drive significant economies of scale and create new revenue opportunities, including:   Continuous Improvement in Battery Costs: GM’s joint venture with LG Chem will drive battery cell costs below $100/kWh. The cells use a proprietary low cobalt chemistry and ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs will drive costs even lower.   Flexibility: GM’s all-new global platform is flexible enough to build a wide range of trucks, SUVs, crossovers, cars and commercial vehicles with outstanding design, performance, packaging, range and affordability.   Capital Efficiency: GM can spend less capital to scale its EV business because it is able to leverage existing property, including land, buildings, tools and production equipment such as body shops and paint shops.   Complexity Reduction: The vehicle and propulsion systems were designed together to minimize complexity and part counts beyond today’s EVs, which are less complex than conventional vehicles powered by internal combustion engines. For example, GM plans 19 different battery and drive unit configurations initially, compared with 550 internal combustion powertrain combinations available today.   Rising Customer Acceptance: Third-party forecasters expect U.S. EV volumes to more than double from 2025 to 2030 to about 3 million units on average. GM believes volumes could be materially higher as more EVs are launched in popular segments, charging networks grow and the total cost of ownership to consumers continues to fall.   New Sources of Revenue: By vertically integrating the manufacture of battery cells, the company can reach beyond its own fleet and license technology to others.   The first generation of GM’s future EV program will be profitable. The initial programs will pave the way for further accretive growth. GM’s technology can be scaled to meet customer demand much higher than the more than 1 million global sales the company expects mid-decade.   UPCOMING LAUNCHES AND REVEALS   Chevrolet, Cadillac, GMC and Buick will all be launching new EVs starting this year. The next new Chevrolet EV will be a new version of the Bolt EV, launching in late 2020, followed by the 2022 Bolt EUV, launching Summer 2021. The Bolt EUV will be the first vehicle outside of the Cadillac brand to feature Super Cruise, the industry’s first true hands-free driving technology for the highway, which GM will expand to 22 vehicles by 2023, including 10 by next year.   The Cruise Origin, a self-driving, electric shared vehicle, shown to the public in January 2020 in San Francisco, was the first product revealed using GM’s third generation EV platform and Ultium batteries. Next will be the Cadillac Lyriq luxury SUV in April. Details about its launch will be shared then. The reveal of the Ultium-powered GMC HUMMER EV will follow on May 20. Production is expected to begin in Fall 2021 at GM’s Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant, GM’s first assembly plant 100 percent dedicated to EV production.     A UNIQUE, LOW COST BATTERY CHEMISTRY AND EASY TO MANUFACTURE DESIGN.   GM’s new Ultium batteries will have the highest nickel and lowest cobalt content in a large format pouch cell.   Large format pouch cells require less wiring and plumbing than small cylindrical cells. Our battery management system is built in, which eliminates 80 percent of the battery pack’s wiring compared to the Bolt EV.   GM’s joint venture with LG Chem to develop and mass produce battery cells will drive cell costs below $100 per kWh. Ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs will drive costs even lower.   New technologies under development to improve charging, cycling, range, cost and battery life include:   Zero cobalt and zero nickel cathodes The use of electrolyte additives to heal cell “scratches” that reduce cycling Solid state batteries   https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2020/mar/0304-ev.html     Jalopnik says: "The Detroit Free Press was there to scribble down some nuggets of info on GM’s EV plans, which involve selling over 1 million EVs by 2025. The news site writes that among the 11 vehicles shown—10 of which were physically present, and one of which the Free Press says was just a rendering—were three “dramatic” Cadillacs, two Buick SUVs, four Chevys, and “the first two GMC Hummers.” The third EV Caddy presented was an Escalade-sized SUV. A three-row vehicle, GM presented a machine with “high-def screens that literally stretch along the dashboard the full width of the car, from pillar to pillar,” the Detroit Free Press writes. It sounds like GM is upping its screen size game on its future EVs."   https://jalopnik.com/heres-how-gm-plans-to-dominate-the-electric-car-market-1842147451   CHEVY BOLT EUV SHOWN WITH SUPER CRUISE, LONGER WHEELBASE, IMPROVED DESIGN "GM didn’t just show off the new 2021 Chevy Bolt EV today, they unleashed the long-rumored more crossover version of the Bolt called the EUV…and it came with some surprises along the way." says Seth from Electrek: "I’ll start with the bad news here since that is short. The Bolt EUV batteries are the same as the 66kWh Bolt using the same BEV 2 platform. However, with the bigger, heavier vehicle, the range will be shorter. I’d guess about 245 miles EPA or so. Also, there will NOT be an AWD version which is my biggest gripe. The Bolt EUV is basically a stretched Bolt with some new amenities. It sits at roughly the same height with a 3-inch longer wheelbase, 3-inch longer trunk space, and a more SUV-like front hood. Level 2 charging is faster. That bigger hood space allows for a bigger 11kW charging inverter which is close to 46 amps at 240V. GM hasn’t nailed down a delivery date for the EUV but plans to announce more this summer. It will come after the 2021 Bolt so expect that it will arrive mid-2021 or so."   https://electrek.co/2020/03/04/chevy-bolt-euv-announced-with-supercruise-longer-wheelbase-and-improved-design/   GM'S NEW ULTIUM BATTERY ISN'T BETTER THAN TESLA'S "When GM spilled details on its new Ulitum battery, it revealed that capacity will be up to 200 kWh and range of vehicles equipped with such batteries will boast up to 400 miles of range. The numbers are impressive, but the misleading headlines make it seem as though the figures somehow trump Tesla." says Eric for InsideEVs: "400 miles of range is an impressive figure, but remember that Tesla has already stated its future vehicles will go much farther than that. In top-spec form, the Tesla Cybertruck has a claimed range of over 500 miles from a battery pack of an undisclosed size. 500 is a lot, but guess how far Tesla says the new Roadster will go? Over 620 miles per charge. Tesla's today can almost hit 400 miles on just 100-kWh of battery, so saying that GM's 200-kWh Ultium battery tops Tesla's is a statement that surely misses the mark. It's bigger, but not necessarily better."   https://insideevs.com/features/402845/gm-battery-not-beat-tesla/   BIG BIG CELLS "Big, big cells. The focus, according to Andy Oury, lead engineer for the battery packs, was to “let the cell be all it can be.” To that, pouch cells provide a packaging and design advantage, and they’ll soon provide a cost advantage. GM chose to apply large-format cells, with the widest electrode rolls in the industry—"the fewest number of the largest cells possible,” as he put it—to help cut wiring and connectors within the modules. The 100-Ah cells GM is using are each the equivalent of about 20 of the 2170-format cylindrical cells Tesla uses in its Model 3 and Model Y, Oury said." according to Green Car Reports: "The company worked to clarify what the differences are at its presentation and why skateboard strategies are actually limiting: Neither the entire BEV3 component set nor its Ultium electric propulsion technology are limited to a particular chassis or body floorpan. This means that cars and crossovers can continue being uni-body while the toughest electric trucks can be body-on-frame, and still share components. Many of the cars and crossovers will be built with some shared body and chassis components nevertheless. "   https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1127366_evolution-11-keys-to-gm-s-electrified-future   CHEAPER BATTERIES BY 2025 "The batteries currently powering the Bolt cost $145/kWh, while the new Ultium batteries produced under the joint venture with LG Chem will drive battery cell costs below $100/kWh (by 2025). The cells use a proprietary low-cobalt chemistry, and GM expects that ongoing technological and manufacturing breakthroughs will drive costs even lower in the coming years." says CleanTechnica who were there in person: "The batteries will be manufactured in the new LG Chem/GM plant in Ohio, with an initial annual capacity of 30 GWh. When GM reaches its goal of 1 million EVs produced annually (by 2025), that equates to the manufacture of 250 million cells per year. The modular propulsion system and global EV platform powered by the Ultium batteries will enable GM to produce vehicles for every segment of the market, including entry-level cars, work trucks, and high-performance sports cars."   https://cleantechnica.com/2020/03/04/breaking-gm-shares-battery-ultium-ev-platform-details-during-ev-day-event-cleantechnica-field-trip/   NEW QUESTION OF THE WEEK The MYEV.com Question Of The Week…   I’m waving a magic wand and installing a charge point of any speed or type free of charge for you – what is it, where and why.   I want to say a heartfelt thank you to the 241 patrons of this podcast whose generosity means I get to keep making this show, which aims to entertain and inform thousands of listeners every day about a brighter future. 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On this episode we started out with one show idea and quickly flexed into another when Judge Phil Greden from the 24 Hours of Lemons was able to join us after some scheduling issues.  Judge Phil is also an automotive journalist and often uses the pen name of Murilee Martin and writes for a variety of venues including Autoblog, Autoweek, Jalopnik, Truth About Cars, Car and Driver, Roadkill, and the 24 Hours of Lemons.  We had been hoping to have Phil on as one of our original bucket list guests and we were not disappointed and we really hope we can get him on again, soon.  His stories are priceless and seemingly endless.    Highlights and discussion topics of the episode include:    1)  New installation of the permanent 240V line for the welder is complete 2)  Alan tries to blame Chrissy for his mess and no one buys it, ever 3)  Alan defines what’s a bucket load of shims and then decides we aren’t going to use them 4)  We may have a plan for our long-awaited female only race car entry 5)  Tips for working in the cold temps/potential items for Christmas gifting.  Hint layers 6)  Phil’s latest junkyard finds and exploits and several tips for finding things of interest   7)  Phil’s Lemons history and how he came to be a judge at over 160 races so far 8)  Tips for how to improve at lemons, as if that matters, lol. 9)  Where Murilee Martin originated, the full story is at his website below 10)  How the Lemons series has progressed and the culture came around to the present day 11)  Our next Miata with a HT4100 engine 12)  Lemons hopeful entries in the coming years, especially several late model Detroit offerings 13)  Tips for finding cars particularly suited to Lemons racing 14)  Theories on what makes certain car surprisingly good or surprisingly bad in endurance racing 15)  The difference between the $500 limit rule as written vs as interpreted in Lemons 16)  Various fruitless paths to “domination” that have been shown to be lacking 17)  Which of the automotive journalists are really good drivers off the top of Judge Phil’s head 18)  Should GHiT be interested in a Lada, Phil knows a guy…. 19)  Potential leads and guidance on our 1974 Capri never-ending build 20)  How lucky we were to start our racing team with assistance from the Three Pedal Mafia 21)  Parts selling on the internet stories from over the years 22)  Crazy Lemons racing stories including lightning strikes and tornado chases 23)  How the post-race hangover is real, even if you aren’t racing 24)  The internet famous Lemons Wrap-up videos and what goes into them 25)  How the driver fields differ across the US 26)  Splash Gate makes a come back 27)  Our traditional Good, Bad, and the Ugly per Judge Phil 28)  How to get started in endurance racing and resources that are available 29)  The relative importance of team/pit organization vs driving skill   We will put out another short episode to discuss the AIM Data Acquisition and Analysis seminar Bill attended last weekend that we started.    Now if only we could get a weekly segment of “Story Time with Judge Phil”.  Maybe we can bribe with a seat at our races?  Please let Phil know if you’d be interested.       JudgePhil@24hoursoflemons.com http://www.murileemartin.com/   Best regards,   Bill, Vicki, and Alan Hosts of the Garage Heroes In Training podcast and team members in the GHiT Immature Endurance Racing Team      

Foundations of Amateur Radio There are times when you realise that you've always nodded your head when a particular topic came up and after doing that for long enough, you think you know what's going on. Turns out that, no, you didn't, but that the topic itself was interesting enough to learn from. In my case, Three Phase Power. I came upon this topic over the past month while I struggled with power interruptions, blinking lights, weirdness throughout my house. Turns out that it's been happening for a lot longer than I've lived here. After spending some time with the local power company, which I was told was filled with people who didn't care, turns out that they do, but they're busy people. After some back and forth, some logging, some finger pointing and head-scratching, the solution to my woes was to move me from the White Phase to the Blue Phase. I nodded and smiled and everything was well with the world. I know that there are three phases, Red, White and Blue. If you have overhead power in your street you'll likely notice four wires strung from pole to pole. One for each phase and one for neutral. Apparently there's a standard for which is neutral and the order, but there are too many exceptions for me to spell that all out here, so I'll move on. So, what's with these three phases? If you spin a magnet between two coils you have a generator. As the magnet spins, the magnetic field increases through each coil, then peaks, then reduces, and as the next magnetic pole comes along, the magnetic field reverses, increases, peaks, reduces, etc. If that sounds familiar, it's because I've just described a sine-wave. Every revolution of the magnet is a cycle and if you cycle, say 50 times, you get 50 cycles per second, or 50 Hz. For some countries it's not 50 Hz, but 60. Same thing, just faster. That single set of opposing coils and magnet is a single phase. If you add another set of coils, 120 degrees further along, you get the same phenomenon, completely independently from the first set of coils. That's the second phase. Rinse and repeat for the third phase. To get that power to the rest of the suburb, you need to run a single wire for each phase and a common neutral wire, giving you the four wires that you see on a power pole. Theoretically you could run with more phases, but you need to run more copper into the street, so power companies stopped at three. You can think of these as three completely independent circuits, but they all share the same neutral, so there are some subtle interactions, like if the neutral becomes disconnected, bad news happens, especially in a place like Western Australia where ground conductivity is very poor. In a normal home you'll get fed by one of those phases, in my case I changed over from the white phase to the blue phase. This means that each phase has a different set of users in the street. Roughly a third are using each phase. Looking at the actual voltage and current that comes through at high enough resolution and you'll begin to recognise it as an RF spectrum with harmonics, variations, interference and other artefacts that make power show up as a varying feast, rather than the rock-solid expectation of 240V, 50 Hz you see on the sticker. Three Phase Power, now you can nod along like I did and know how it actually works. I'm Onno VK6FLAB.

Before you buy anything 12V you should check out this episode! You know who else should listen to this one? Anyone that has a 12V system that came with their caravan or camper (especially if it was factory fitted!) In this episode we cover: How to work out how much battery storage you need? What's the most critical piece of equipment in a 12V solar set-up? Why you can get a greater amount of charging from a smaller wattage folding solar panel than one mounted on top of your caravan/camper? Why you can't rely on the caravan charger to charge your battery when you're plugged in to a 240V power-point? The biggest mistakes people make related to their 12V set-ups? Why inverters hardly sell anymore?! A special thanks to Battery World for this episode. David, a Batteryologist from Battery World Lawnton, is an absolute wealth of knowledge and makes you appreciate how visiting their stores when getting set-up with 12V will save a lot of money in the long-run!

The Dude & Scotty Real Are Hanging Out And Answering Your Grow Talk Questions Like What Are The Advantages Of Using 240v For Power, How To Transition From HPS To LED, & Clones That Wont Root After A While On Todays Episode Of Grow Talk

The Dude & Scotty Real Are Hanging Out And Answering Your Grow Talk Questions Like What Are The Advantages Of Using 240v For Power, How To Transition From HPS To LED, & Clones That Wont Root After A While On Todays Episode Of Grow Talk

In questa puntata di Ruote in Pista Formula 1 - Dall’album dei ricordi le immagini del circuito cittadino più spettacolare e “trasgressivo” del circus dal 1929: i campioni del volante che hanno scritto le più belle pagine della F 1. Le 6 vittorie del mitico Ayrton Senna, un record ancora imbattuto, i passaggi mozzafiato più insidiosi: Sainte Dévote, Casino, Mirabeau, l’accelerazione a 280 km orari sotto il Tunnel, le curve delle Piscine e della Rascasse. Un contributo audiovisivo “evergreen” tutto da gustare. Campionato Mondiale Endurance - A Spa, nella 6 ore di Francorchamps, seconda gara del campionato FIA, ancora una vittoria della Toyota TS040 Hybrid guidata dal terzetto Davidson-Buemi-Lapierre davanti a Di Grassi-Duval-Kristensen su Audi R18 e-tron quattro. Campionato Italiano Rally - Ogni promessa è debito. Alla Targa Florio, Paolo Andreucci porta la nuova Peugeot 208 T16 R5 alla sua prima vittoria, davanti a Giandomenico Basso su Ford Fiesta, confermando la voglia di arricchire il suo già ricco palmarès. Basta dare un occhio all’attuale classifica: Scandola 35 punti, Basso 27, Andreucci 25. DTM - Provaci ancora Green. Dopo una esperienza positiva con la Mercedes il pilota britannico cerca di ripetersi quest'anno alla guida della Audi RS5. Ford Ecosport - Presentata come “piccolo” SUV cittadino, agile, duttile, divertente da guidare, sorprendentemente anche comoda, la Ford Ecosport - tanto piccola non è. Consentitici una battuta: è più Davide che Golia. A seguire, le pillole di Autolink Cadillac ELR Il Gruppo General Motors vuole incrementare i volumi di vendita americani della coupé elettrica ad autonomia estesa Cadillac ELR. A tal fine, ha organizzato una serie di test drive che hanno coinvolto anche numerosi personaggi della cultura, dello showbiz e trendsetter. Il marchio crede molto in questo coupé di lusso che riprende dalla Chevrolet Volt la motorizzazione ibrida ad autonomia estesa che unisce la guida in modalità totalmente elettrica e un efficiente motore benzina di 1,4 litri per una potenza complessiva di 209 CV. In modalità a zero emissioni può percorrere circa 56 km, mentre l’autonomia totale è di 480 km. Dispone di batteria agli ioni di litio ricaricabile in 4,5 ore ad una presa da 240V. Citroen C4 Cactus, inizia la produzione per l’Italia Citroën ha avviato la produzione della nuova ed attesissima C4 Cactus presso lo stabilimento di Villaverde, nei pressi di Madrid. Ordinabile. Sarà disponibile nelle concessionarie italiane a partire dal mese di settembre con un offerta completa che al lancio comprenderà quattro motori benzina e due a gasolio con potenze comprese tra i 75 ed i 110 Cavalli per le unità a benzina e tra i 92 ed i 100 Cv per le diesel; tutte le motorizzazioni si pongono al vertice delle rispettive categoria in tema di consumi ed emissioni. Tre gli allestimenti proposti: Live, Feel e Shine. Aggressiva la collocazione sul mercato, con un listino prezzi compreso tra 14.950 e 21.750 Euro. Golf Sportsvan è pronta al debutto nelle concessionarie Come rendere una vettura in grado di abbinare le classiche doti di una monovolume a quelle più prestazionali di una GTI. Volkswagen ci è riuscita con la Golf Sportsvan, modello di MPV dell’inossidabile berlina di Wolfsburg ed erede della Golf Plus rispetto alla quale pesa fino a 90 kg in meno, è lunga 134 mm in più, ha un passo maggiorato di 50 mm con un vano da 500 a 1.520 litri. Tra i plus il divano posteriore scorrevole ed il nuovo sensore Blind Spot con sistema di assistenza per l’uscita dal parcheggio in retromarcia. Arriverà nelle concessionarie nel weekend del 7-8 giugno con prezzi tra 19.200 e 30.800 Euro ed un offerta in fase di lancio da 17.900 Euro. Tre gli allestimenti previsti: Trendline , Comfortline e Highline ed una gamma propulsori a gasolio da 90 a 150 CV e benzina da 85 a 150 CV. Pronto al debutto la nuova SUV Nissan X-Trail La nuova SUV di Nissan che completa l’offerta del marchio giapponese nel segmento dei crossover, ambito dove primeggia grazie anche a Juke e Qashqai. Novità principale della terza generazione di X-Trail è un efficiente motore dCi da 130 CV, abbinato sia alle 2 che alle 4 ruote motrici All-Mode 4x4. In tema di tecnologia si fa notare anche l’avanzata trasmissione automatica Xtronic, ed alcuni tra i più innovativi sistemi di sicurezza come l’Around View Monitor con Intelligent Park Assist e il Safety Shield che include sistemi quali Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, Driver Attention Alert, Park Assist e Traffic Sign Recognition. La funzionalità e lo spazio rimangono comunque tra le qualità più apprezzate di X-trail con la possibilità di scegliere tra la configurazione a 5 e quella a 7 posti. Prezzi a partire da 27.500 Euro. Nuova Twingo, continua il countdown che la porterà a settembre nelle concessionarie Milano, 21 - Dopo averla ammirata a Ginevra e come esempio di design e creatività nel corso della Design Week milanese, la nuova Twingo continua il suo percorso di avvicinamento alla data del debutto previsto per fine settembre. Questa settimana è partito un Road Show Europeo che, dopo aver preso il via da Roma, ha fatto tappa a Milano e proseguirà nelle più rappresentative capitali europee come Parigi, Londra, Amsterdam e Monaco. La piccola Twingo porterà in giro tutta la sua carica di originalità, simpatia e funzionalità. Una carica tanto dirompente, da far tornare indietro le lancette del tempo al debutto di quella prima serie che nel 1992 rivoluzionò il segmento delle citycar. La Twingo 2014 si propone decisamente anticonformista con il suo motore posteriore che consente tra l’altro di liberare una spazio insospettabile all’interno dell’abitacolo e permette un raggio di sterzata da primato (4,325 m) tale da consentirgli di muoversi nel traffico con una maneggevolezza ed un’agilità straordinarie. Le forme modernissime traggono ispirazione da un mito come la R5 e, nel frontale alla simpatia ed originalità della prima Twingo, con un “espressione” antropomorfa che la rende ancora più intrigante e sbarazzina. Abitabilità dicevamo. Infatti Twingo si presenta più corta di 10 cm rispetto al modello attuale, ma con dimensioni interne più lunghe di ben 22 cm e passo allungato di 13 cm. Il vano bagagli ampiamente modulabile ha una capienza superiore ai 200 l, ma ribaltando lo schienale posteriore è possibile stivare oggetti di lunghezza fino a 2,20 metri. Al lancio motori tre cilindri, uno turbo ed uno aspirato rispettivamente da 90 e 70 CV entrambi Euro 6.

In questa puntata di Ruote in Pista Formula 1 - Dall’album dei ricordi le immagini del circuito cittadino più spettacolare e “trasgressivo” del circus dal 1929: i campioni del volante che hanno scritto le più belle pagine della F 1. Le 6 vittorie del mitico Ayrton Senna, un record ancora imbattuto, i passaggi mozzafiato più insidiosi: Sainte Dévote, Casino, Mirabeau, l’accelerazione a 280 km orari sotto il Tunnel, le curve delle Piscine e della Rascasse. Un contributo audiovisivo “evergreen” tutto da gustare. Campionato Mondiale Endurance - A Spa, nella 6 ore di Francorchamps, seconda gara del campionato FIA, ancora una vittoria della Toyota TS040 Hybrid guidata dal terzetto Davidson-Buemi-Lapierre davanti a Di Grassi-Duval-Kristensen su Audi R18 e-tron quattro. Campionato Italiano Rally - Ogni promessa è debito. Alla Targa Florio, Paolo Andreucci porta la nuova Peugeot 208 T16 R5 alla sua prima vittoria, davanti a Giandomenico Basso su Ford Fiesta, confermando la voglia di arricchire il suo già ricco palmarès. Basta dare un occhio all’attuale classifica: Scandola 35 punti, Basso 27, Andreucci 25. DTM - Provaci ancora Green. Dopo una esperienza positiva con la Mercedes il pilota britannico cerca di ripetersi quest'anno alla guida della Audi RS5. Ford Ecosport - Presentata come “piccolo” SUV cittadino, agile, duttile, divertente da guidare, sorprendentemente anche comoda, la Ford Ecosport - tanto piccola non è. Consentitici una battuta: è più Davide che Golia. A seguire, le pillole di Autolink Cadillac ELR Il Gruppo General Motors vuole incrementare i volumi di vendita americani della coupé elettrica ad autonomia estesa Cadillac ELR. A tal fine, ha organizzato una serie di test drive che hanno coinvolto anche numerosi personaggi della cultura, dello showbiz e trendsetter. Il marchio crede molto in questo coupé di lusso che riprende dalla Chevrolet Volt la motorizzazione ibrida ad autonomia estesa che unisce la guida in modalità totalmente elettrica e un efficiente motore benzina di 1,4 litri per una potenza complessiva di 209 CV. In modalità a zero emissioni può percorrere circa 56 km, mentre l’autonomia totale è di 480 km. Dispone di batteria agli ioni di litio ricaricabile in 4,5 ore ad una presa da 240V. Citroen C4 Cactus, inizia la produzione per l’Italia Citroën ha avviato la produzione della nuova ed attesissima C4 Cactus presso lo stabilimento di Villaverde, nei pressi di Madrid. Ordinabile. Sarà disponibile nelle concessionarie italiane a partire dal mese di settembre con un offerta completa che al lancio comprenderà quattro motori benzina e due a gasolio con potenze comprese tra i 75 ed i 110 Cavalli per le unità a benzina e tra i 92 ed i 100 Cv per le diesel; tutte le motorizzazioni si pongono al vertice delle rispettive categoria in tema di consumi ed emissioni. Tre gli allestimenti proposti: Live, Feel e Shine. Aggressiva la collocazione sul mercato, con un listino prezzi compreso tra 14.950 e 21.750 Euro. Golf Sportsvan è pronta al debutto nelle concessionarie Come rendere una vettura in grado di abbinare le classiche doti di una monovolume a quelle più prestazionali di una GTI. Volkswagen ci è riuscita con la Golf Sportsvan, modello di MPV dell’inossidabile berlina di Wolfsburg ed erede della Golf Plus rispetto alla quale pesa fino a 90 kg in meno, è lunga 134 mm in più, ha un passo maggiorato di 50 mm con un vano da 500 a 1.520 litri. Tra i plus il divano posteriore scorrevole ed il nuovo sensore Blind Spot con sistema di assistenza per l’uscita dal parcheggio in retromarcia. Arriverà nelle concessionarie nel weekend del 7-8 giugno con prezzi tra 19.200 e 30.800 Euro ed un offerta in fase di lancio da 17.900 Euro. Tre gli allestimenti previsti: Trendline , Comfortline e Highline ed una gamma propulsori a gasolio da 90 a 150 CV e benzina da 85 a 150 CV. Pronto al debutto la nuova SUV Nissan X-Trail La nuova SUV di Nissan che completa l’offerta del marchio giapponese nel segmento dei crossover, ambito dove primeggia grazie anche a Juke e Qashqai. Novità principale della terza generazione di X-Trail è un efficiente motore dCi da 130 CV, abbinato sia alle 2 che alle 4 ruote motrici All-Mode 4x4. In tema di tecnologia si fa notare anche l’avanzata trasmissione automatica Xtronic, ed alcuni tra i più innovativi sistemi di sicurezza come l’Around View Monitor con Intelligent Park Assist e il Safety Shield che include sistemi quali Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, Driver Attention Alert, Park Assist e Traffic Sign Recognition. La funzionalità e lo spazio rimangono comunque tra le qualità più apprezzate di X-trail con la possibilità di scegliere tra la configurazione a 5 e quella a 7 posti. Prezzi a partire da 27.500 Euro. Nuova Twingo, continua il countdown che la porterà a settembre nelle concessionarie Milano, 21 - Dopo averla ammirata a Ginevra e come esempio di design e creatività nel corso della Design Week milanese, la nuova Twingo continua il suo percorso di avvicinamento alla data del debutto previsto per fine settembre. Questa settimana è partito un Road Show Europeo che, dopo aver preso il via da Roma, ha fatto tappa a Milano e proseguirà nelle più rappresentative capitali europee come Parigi, Londra, Amsterdam e Monaco. La piccola Twingo porterà in giro tutta la sua carica di originalità, simpatia e funzionalità. Una carica tanto dirompente, da far tornare indietro le lancette del tempo al debutto di quella prima serie che nel 1992 rivoluzionò il segmento delle citycar. La Twingo 2014 si propone decisamente anticonformista con il suo motore posteriore che consente tra l’altro di liberare una spazio insospettabile all’interno dell’abitacolo e permette un raggio di sterzata da primato (4,325 m) tale da consentirgli di muoversi nel traffico con una maneggevolezza ed un’agilità straordinarie. Le forme modernissime traggono ispirazione da un mito come la R5 e, nel frontale alla simpatia ed originalità della prima Twingo, con un “espressione” antropomorfa che la rende ancora più intrigante e sbarazzina. Abitabilità dicevamo. Infatti Twingo si presenta più corta di 10 cm rispetto al modello attuale, ma con dimensioni interne più lunghe di ben 22 cm e passo allungato di 13 cm. Il vano bagagli ampiamente modulabile ha una capienza superiore ai 200 l, ma ribaltando lo schienale posteriore è possibile stivare oggetti di lunghezza fino a 2,20 metri. Al lancio motori tre cilindri, uno turbo ed uno aspirato rispettivamente da 90 e 70 CV entrambi Euro 6.

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Zubehör für iPad, iPod und iPhone: Hier werden nützliche, pfiffige undpreiswerte Zubehörteile gezeigt, die den Umgang mit den mobilenApple-Produkten erleichtern können. Im Test: 5in1-Speicheradapter für iPad USB, SD, microSD, MS, M2 von Callstel (HZ-1997-821), Kabelloses Videoübertragungs-System von iPhone, iPad auf TV von auvisio (PX-1543-821), Elegante Schutzhülle mit drehbarer Aufsteller-Funktion für iPad2 von Xcase (HZ-1891-821), HDMI-Video-Adapter 1080p für iPhone & iPad am LCD-TV/ Beamer von auvisio (PX-1248-821), 2-fach USB-Netzteil 110-240V (10 Watt) für iPad, iPod, iPhone u.v.m. von Revolt (HZ-1816-821), Powerbank mit 8100 mAh für iPod, iPhone, Handy, Player von Revolt (PX-2745-821), Faltbare Bluetooth-Tastatur für PC, Tablet & Smartphone von GeneralKeys (PX-4838-821) Produkt-Übersicht: http://www.pearl.de/rtr24 Podcast-Übersicht: http://www.pearl.de/podcast/ Zu den besprochenen Produkten im PEARL-Shop

Atlona AT-3GSDI-HD2 3G-SDI/HD-SDI/SD-SDI to HDMI with Stereo Audio Converter Atlona AT-3GSDI-HD2 is a 3G-SDI/HD-SDI/SD-SDI to HDMI with Stereo Audio Converter is a perfect device for monitoring and production where SDI Camera or Computer SDI output needs to be converted to work with HDMI or DVI displays. The 3GSDI-HD2 is a pure digital converter which guarantees no transition loss. Converter fully supports all audio formats up to 8-channel and able to send audio though HDMI port as well as though a separate Stereo Audio output. The converter is featured with a re-clocked SDI loop-out to either allow daisy chaining or connect to a local SDI display. Atlona Difference: Absolutely no latency Audio Output, in case the display is DVI and audio needs to be sent separately Supports Pure 3G SDI with audio up to 8-channel Features: Supported all 3G, HD and standard SD formats (425M Level A & B, 424M, 292M, 259M-C) Supports embedded Audio up to 8-channel The converter is able to auto-detect 3G, HD or SD-SDI format SDI Loop-out perfect for connecting to a local display or for daisy chaining Stereo Audio output, perfect when DVI display is being used. Note: OPTIONAL POWER OVER USB SOLUTION NOW AVAILABLE FOR THIS ITEM!! AT-PWUSB Specifications: Inputs: 1 x SDI (3G/HD/SD) Outputs: 1 x HDMI and 1 x SDI (3G/HD/SD) SDI standards: SD-SDI, HD-SDI & 3G-SDI Auto 3G/HD/SD-SDI detection: Yes Video bandwidth: 2.970Gpbs, 2.970/1.001Gbps Video support: [3G] - 1080p@50/59.94/60Hz (4:2:2), 1080p@24/25/30Hz (4:4:4), 1080i@50/59.94/60Hz (4:4:4), 720p@24/25/50/59.94/60Hz (4:4:4)[HD] - 720p@50/59.94/60Hz, 1035i@50/59.94/60Hz, 1080i@50/59.94/60Hz, 1080p@24/30Hz[SD] - NTSC@59.94Hz, PAL@50Hz Input signal: [SD-SDI] SMPTE 259M-C; [HD-SDI] SMPTE 292M, 296M; [3G-SDI] SMPTE 424M/425M SDI Output Relocking: [3G-SDI] up to 100m (330ft) [HD-SDI] up to 200m (660ft) [SD-SDI] up to 300m (1000ft) BNC connector: 3G 75W inter-locked socket Dimensions (L x W x H): 137 x 90 x 25mm [5.39x3.54x1]- inch Weight: 1LB Power consumption: 4 Watts Optional Accessories: AT14048 - the HDMI with Screw Lock to DVI Adapter. The adapter will allow user with the DVI display to lock the cable securely to avoid disconnection. Package Includes: 1 x AT-3GSDI-HD2 1 x 5v Power supplies (Universal 110/240V) 1 x Instruction manual Warranty: 3 years parts and labor

Unsere Sonne liefert uns Tag für Tag Energie im Überfluß. Wie wir im Kleinen schon heute unser Leben unabhängig von der Steckdose und von Batterien machen können, ist genial einfach, macht frei und kostet nicht viel. Im Test: ReVolt Solar-Ladetasche und Powerbank für mobile Geräte (NC-5291-821), infactory Batteriefreies Solar-Koffer-Radio "SOL-1510 (NC-7044-821), Revolt Mobiles Solarpanel PHO-2000, monokristallin, 20 W, 28x62cm (NC-5447-821), Spannungskonverter/Wechselrichter 150 Watt Schuko 230V + USB 5V (PV-7167-821), revolt 2-fach USB-Netzteil 110-240V für Navi, iPod, iPhone, Handy u.a. (NC-5200-821). Produkt-Übersicht: http://www.pearl.de/rca115/ Podcast-Übersicht: http://www.pearl.de/podcast/ Zu den besprochenen Produkten im PEARL-Shop

What use is an F-call? So, you've got your shiny new f-call license. Now what? Where do you go to get your kit, what do you buy, how much should you spend? Let me start with the amount of money you should spend. It's your hobby, your wallet and your budget. You can get a radio for $20, or $2000, it all depends on how much you can afford. What I can tell you about money is that the radio is only one part of the purchase. If I look at my own set-up, less than 30% of what I spent went to the radio. My antenna represents nearly 40%, Power Supply comes in at 20%, the balance was spent on tools like a crimper and accessories like a remote microphone. I must point out that this is for a set-up that can work all bands. The antenna part of the budget consists of two antennas, a ready-made one and an antenna tuner, squid-pole, mount and a home-made ground-plane and antenna wire. I thought that it would be interesting to gather some statistics from other amateurs and I've put up a survey on the HARG site (under the F-troop section) at harg.org.au to gather some data on this to see if what I spent was as representative as I think it is. Based on the results so-far, I spent less than the average on my radio and more on my antenna and as I suspected, I spent too much money on my power supply - the one I don't use very often, but I have two; batteries and 240V regulated, so we'll see how that turns out for me. Feel free to fill in the survey and see how your spend compares to that of the average. The purpose of me telling you all of this is to give you a sense of how much of your budget might be allocated to different parts. As one respondent to the survey said: "What budget?" Again, this is your hobby, your wallet and your decision. You can spend as much or as little as you want. For me, I spent lots on my antenna because I figured I'd be broadcasting with 10 Watts, I'd better make sure it actually gets out. I already spend much time experimenting with other amateurs, their radios and antennas. I expect to do more of it. Back to the topic at hand - what do you buy and where? The two are related. I could spend the next hour telling you about all the places you should look, but that list is ever changing. A better way to do this is to talk to other amateurs and discuss this with them. There are many web-sites that have amateur radio reviews and opinions which will give you a guide as to where to look and where to avoid. Personally, I purchased from several suppliers and used the eHam web-site as a guide to getting a range of views on a particular piece of kit. I'm not going to highlight any particular supplier, other than to say that I purchased all my kit, except for my crimping-tool, locally here in Australia. I chose my suppliers based on discussions I had with each of them, discussions I had with some of the amateurs I had met and I took my time. I received my license in December, I started spending money in March - the time in between I spent doing research. Finally, something that took me by surprise, when I bought my radio and antenna, I wasn't done spending money. I had to organise a power supply, wiring, fuses, connectors, coax cable, crimping tools, mounts, antenna hardware, multi-meter and things like a clipboard, a log-book and other paraphernalia. What I'm saying is, 40% of my spend was on things other than the radio and the antenna. So leave some money in the kitty! I'm Onno, vk6flab