Cummins unveils new battery powered tactical unit for u.s. military

Cummins inc. debuted the tactical energy storage unit during the 2019 association of the united states army (ausa) show at the washington convention center. the new tactical energy storage unit is the first battery hybrid power generation system for military use, further enhancing the performance and reliability of the cummins advanced medium mobile power sources (ammps) generators. this tactical energy storage unit offers a total integrated power system for any critical military operation and delivers improved, increased microgrid resilience, greater reliability and reduces the need of costs associated with generator maintenance. the energy storage unit has several safety features, such as high voltage interlock loop (hvil) connectors and a master service disconnect component, to guarantee a safe, reliable and smooth operation no matter the conditions. the batteries used on the tactical energy storage unit are designed for mobile outdoor applications with an ip66-rated enclosure, ensuring greater durability across a range of extreme environmental conditions. a 3-phase 60-kilowatt bidirectional inverter is also embedded, enabling the system to convert the energy stored in the batteries, producing higher power quality.
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