Toyota R&D Technical Review 2011 B-925

Giving unique insight into Toyota’s 2011 technical developments, this book includes 18 papers that chronicle the Japanese OEM’s R&D activities in a variety of technologies during that year. This volume has a special focus on next-generation electric storage, and 10 of the papers highlight developments in such things as batteries, fuel cells and next-generation energy.

Title highlights include:

Next Generation Electric Storage and Its Applications

• Secondary Battery Development for Hybrid Vehicles at Toyota
• Development Trends and Popularization Trends for Fuel Cell Vehicles
• Renewable Energy and Its Effective Usage

Other Technical Areas

• Drivetrain Development for the Lexus LFA
• Development of Scratch-Resistant Universal Clear Coat
• Development of Environmentally Friendly Machining Process for Aluminum Parts