[schlepers]

http://www.modenergy.com/index.html

Has anybody used these types of batteries "ModEnergy Li-Ion"

 

[Manntis]

IIRC ModEnergy systems aren't designed for EV use - they're for slow, constant draw; or rapid discharge and short use.

 

[TheSeeker]

Applications
ModEnergy® products are targeted at markets currently served by Lead-acid batteries, and new applications which require large high-energy rechargeable batteries. Specifically, ModEnergy® Li-ion batteries are aimed at industrial, defense and space applications requiring five hundred to several thousand Watt-hours of stored energy.
:: Near term industrial applications include:

• Backup energy for telecommunication
• Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
• Electric, hybrid electric and fuel cell vehicles

:: Backup energy for telecommunications
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:: Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS)
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:: Electric, hybrid electric and fuel cell vehicles
A continuing global concern into the twenty-first century is the reduction of airborne pollutants, especially in large urban centers. The combustion engine vehicle has been identified as a major contributor to air pollution and global warming effects. Pressure to develop a zero-emission replacement for the internal combustion engine has been fueled by California’s Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) legislation. The legislation has two phases. In phase one; beginning in 2003, ZEVs must comprise approximately 2% of automakers’ total vehicle sales. In Phase II, beginning in 2010, this target level is increased to approximately 10%. Failure to meet these target levels will result in stiff financial penalties. Adding to the pressure on automakers to meet this deadline are copycat bills in Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont that will require automakers to sell ZEVs in those states if California goes ahead with its initiative. Many other countries have been already providing incentives to those who use clean energy. For example in Great Britain there are tax incentives and special privileges for owners of zero-emission vehicles. Currently, the only zero-emission vehicle alternatives are the battery electric and fuel-cell electric vehicle.
A hybrid-electric vehicle, which combines a small combustion engine for cruising power and a battery to aid in acceleration, is an efficient, intermediate solution until a true zero-emission vehicle can be introduced. All of the major carmakers (GM, Ford, Toyota, Honda…) are producing, or have announced plans to produce hybrid electric vehicles. Many fuel-cell vehicle developers have now adapted the use of a battery and fuel-cell combination to reduce the peak power requirements on the fuel-cell converter. Fuel cell vehicles also have future potential as a zero-emission vehicle, and all the latest models have evolved to operate in Hybrid-Electric mode, where the fuel-cell system provides cruising power while acceleration is aided by a battery pack. Batteries are also critical for providing the significant starting and heating power for the fuel-cell plant.

Looks out of date, but still seems that they intended for their tech to be used in cars. Anyway, aren't EVs high load short duration applications? My commute is 20 (highway, high speed) or 30 (back way, lower speed) minutes each way. Plus a short hop to get lunch. With the ability to provide continuous high power drain for up to an hour, wouldn't that be plenty for most commutes?