This week I started working on energy storage for the electric car. Batteries which store chemical potential energy are required to produce electrical energy in order to power the electric motor. I will begin looking into all the different types of batteries (as there are a lot out there).
For example there are lead acids, lithium ion, lithium polymer, nickel cadmium, nickel metal hydride, etc. each with their own benefits and downsides which I will get into next term.
On the car, I managed to replace a rocker gasket in the engine. My stakeholders Anna and Peter Stoove said it would be a really good idea to get the car warranted and running good before I start the project. I will be working on the little rust spots and paintwork through the holidays and we are getting a check at Pacific Toyota. I will also try to get the engine running well before I pull it out and get the parts listed on TradeMe.
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