Hybrid Vehicle

Applications
• Hybrid vehicles (fuel powered; electric drive)
• Remote generators (fuel powered)
• Power generation substations (stream or fuel powered)
• Locomotives (diesel powered)
8.5 The Advantages
The MOTOR/GENERATOR produces electric current.
o Powerful (high energy output); lightweight; minimal moving parts; compact; no mechanical output.
o Eliminates "rotary" components (cost + weight savings) like Flywheel, Block, Main Bearings, Camshaft, Armature & Shaft, Crankshaft, Timing Gears.
o At 3600 RPM, provides standard 60 hertz current.
o Can be tuned to a single speed; Minimum number of cylinders can be tuned for fuel efficiency.
o The circular coils are more efficient and inexpensive than the "oblong" coils in
standard generators.
o Engine may be started by reversing coil current.
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VEHICLE ADVANTAGES
o Small efficient power plant could replace engine/transmission/differential in automobiles to create an electric/fuel (hybrid) vehicle.
o Allow for highly flexible vehicle design configuration.
o Vehicle would be lightweight and very fuel efficient.
o Auxiliary devices may be electric motor driven (air conditioner, power steering, water pump, lube system).