Why can't we use NiMH Batteries?

Some links to help you learn about the Chevron patent restrictions on NiMH battery technology.

Chevron continues to deny licenses to any company proposing to manufacture new NiMH traction batteries.

NiMH Batteries, Chevron Patents and the Future of Plug-in Hybrid Cars - February 2009

Battery Patents by Dave Goldstein -President, EVA/DC of Gaithersburg, MD

Generic battery technology comparison - Mike Thompson, IEEE Engineer

The 2004 Ovonic Battery Patent Agreement From the Court Records

In Quest for Better Battery, Keep an Ion Nationalism WSJ

Intelligent NiCd/NiMH Battery Charger - Construction Project Peter Hayles

Intelligent Battery Monitoring Systems by PakTrakr

This is the case for the serial hybrid Eco World

The Cycle Analyst -Battery Monitor System ebikes.ca

Using The Peukert's number in deciding which battery to use Uve Rick

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