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Key Takeaways

Key Takeaways of Week 3.
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Here are the key concepts and insights from this week:

  • the different types of charging available are overnight charging and opportunity charging, and it is crucial to understand the technologies used in various countries, their implementation approaches, and the advantages and challenges associated with them
  • the types of battery abuse that can result in safety issues should be understood, and it is important to receive the necessary training to learn the best practices for working with energy storage systems and handling them appropriately
  • the various types of business models available for E-Bus operators, as well as alternative financing models, should be examined.

By comprehending these fundamental aspects, you will have a strong foundation to navigate the coming weeks of this course with confidence. In the following week, you will get to know everything about the operation of E-Buses, the working scheme and activity monitoring.

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