A Fiat 126 converted to electric operation using lead-acid cells.
The Department has an interest in evaluating various alternative energy schemes, and in particular non-polluting transportation, in the local environment. The size of the Island means that the ranges currently obtainable with lead-acid batteries arre quite suitable for local use. A number of electric (battery- and solar- powered) vehicles have been constructed and instrumented to measure power consumption. Their performance is then evaluated, both in terms of energy consumption and in terms of performance and utility.
A Fiat 126 converted to electric operation using lead-acid cells.
Another view of the Fiat 126 conversion showing the lead-acid batteries.
A one-person vehicle driven entirely by solar power.
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