Sentences with phrase «electric motors work as»

When the driver takes his or her foot off the accelerator pedal or brake and the battery is insufficiently charged, both electric motors work as generators and feed the energy generated during braking into the battery.

If the driver removes his or her foot from the accelerator or brakes when the battery is not sufficiently charged, both electric motors work as generators and feed the energy generated during braking to the lithium - ion battery.

But «when the battery is not sufficiently charged» «both electric motors work as generators» - which implies the car is not going to coast, but to brake.

Like many hybrids, the two electric motors work as generators during braking, storing energy in a super capacitor, located under the rear seat.

During braking, one or both electric motors work as a generator to convert unwanted momentum to electricity for battery - pack recharging.

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In addition to SpaceX, the entrepreneur serves as chief executive of Tesla Motor Co., an electric car company, is chairman and co-founder of SolarCity and is working to build a high - speed «Hyperloop» transportation system, which — in theory — could revolutionize travel by cutting commute time from Los Angeles to San Francisco to 30 minutes.

Now your son or daughter can lean back and relax as the electric motor works for him or her.

The hybrid GE is developing with the marine engineering firm C - MAR works something like the upcoming Chevy Volt car, which uses an electric motor as its primary drive and carries a small combustion engine to charge batteries that run low.

In his scheme, the lead car serves as the locomotive, doing most of the work so simple electric motors that deliver just enough power for tooling around town and driving to the commuter track can power the rest of the cars.

Probably more silent actually, as Clarity chief engineer Kyoshi Shimizu dislikes the raising - pitch «wooooo - eeeeeeeee» motor noise you get in many electric vehicles so his team worked hard to eliminate it.

Just as in the Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid, a 3.0 - liter supercharged V - 6 works with an electric motor and a lithium - ion battery pack.

Porsche, of course, is also working towards a fully electric performance saloon in the shape of Mission E. First unveiled as an electric concept, the Mission E will become a production reality in under two years, offering a range of performance options from 400bhp to over 650bhp via a pair of electric motors and a two - speed all - wheel drive transmission.

It is possible to tell when the regenerative side has kicked in — the electric motor hums as it works to capture the waste energy, but it remained progressive and easily modulated.

Chief test driver Chris Goodwin casually drops the phrase as we're discussing the calibration work needed to rationalize the P1's twin - turbo V8 (727 hp at 7300 rpm, 531 lb - ft at 4000) and its electric motor (177 hp, 192 lb - ft).

Under most operating conditions, the Accord works in the Hybrid mode where the engine acts as a generator and supplies electric power to the battery with power being channelled to the wheels via the electric propulsion motor.

In this type mode, the system works as a parallel hybrid in which both the gasoline engine and, when required — for example, upon quick acceleration — the electric propulsion motor, both provide power to the wheels.

A hybrid generally means that at least 2 components work together — such as a combustion engine and an electric motor.

In - wheel motors that can work with various drive systems independent of the body structure of automobiles are attracting interest as next - generation electric drive devices.

The all - wheel - drive system — basically the 68 horsepower, 103 pounds - foot rear electric drive motor — works either with a mash of the pedal for maximum propulsion, or when slippage occurs, such as in wet, icy or snowy conditions.

As with other hybrids in the Volkswagen line, the Jetta drive train works in a parallel fashion with a clutch that decouples the gasoline engine from the drive train when coasting or braking, allowing the electric motor to take over.

Honda's IMA hybrid system works by having an electric motor integrated with the engine, as well as powered by a battery pack and regenerative braking.

The starter generator positioned between the crankshaft and the transmission handles recuperation and, if required, can work in the opposite direction as an additional electric motor.

It doesn't need an outlet for recharging since it has an electric motor which means it can work without interruptions as long as the engine is running and it will continue to operate for up to 8 minutes after the engine is stopped.

It's quiet, comfortable and efficient, but doesn't lose out on performance or kit - and the electric motor means it will work well for those who spend time in the car waiting, as it can be charged up or simply sit in silence.

In this type of operation the system works as a «parallel hybrid» where both the gasoline engine and, when required — for instance upon quick acceleration — the electric propulsion motor, both provide power to the wheels.

The SUV is driven by a 1.6 - liter GDI engine, and an electric motor that work in tandem to give the Niro a combined 139 horsepower, and an EPA - estimated 50 mpg fuel economy rating that makes it possible for the Niro to travel as far as 600 miles on a single tank of gas.

The BAS concept works by replacing the belt - driven alternator and starter motor with an electric motor that serves as a generator and a motor.

They also say it's possible GM could be working on an eAssist style Corvette as proof of concept, or even for select markets the way 1500 - series trucks are being sold on the West Coast with a small electric motor adding another 13 horses and 44 lb - ft of torque during acceleration, along with regenerative braking and Stop / Start.

What this means is that the electric motor doesn't have to work as hard when more power is called for and there's way more reserve power at any given time than you will be used to if you're coming from a Prius.

The hybrid «transmission» unit contains two electric motors that can work as generators.

Many advantages come with owning a hybrid, such as battery recharging (when utilizing the gas engine and regenerative braking) and the powersplit hybrid architecture — which allows the gas engine to work with the electric motor to maximize efficiency.

It had a tiny 1.4 - liter gasoline engine that worked as a backup generator to power the electric motor that sent power to the wheels.

Normally, Honda says, the system operates as a series hybrid, which means the gasoline engine works to generate electricity to either power the electric motor or recharge the battery pack.

Two of those electric motors are located under the hood and work in concert with the gasoline engine, providing power and regeneration at low speeds, and handling the stopping and restarting of the gasoline engine as necessary.

Exterior: Beautifully built, rare and timelessly handsome Full service history from day one Complete original, Silver 50,000 miles from new 2496 cc engine has only covered 12000 miles after receiving a new short motor Automatic gearbox is smooth and works as it should Regularly serviced Tyres are new on refurbished 14» wheels New MOT Excellent paintwork — last of the hand built Mercedez - Benz Interior: Blue leather upholster (complements the Silver exterior) New carpets (only replaced due to colour fading) Wood work on the dash is bur walnut Large electric sun - roof in perfect condition inc head cloth Documentation: This car has a full service history and its original service book.

The electric motor and gasoline engine work together, automatically flipping between electric and hybrid power as necessary.

The Hybrid Synergy System (electric motor and petrol mill working together) as Toyota has dubbed it takes the total output to 205bhp and 270Nm of torque.

The planetary gearset simultaneously fulfills three roles: as a power split device between the generator and the front wheels, as a reduction gear for the electric motor and, when both work together, as an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (CVT).

He then began to incorporate electric motors into his works, taking as his models Marcel Duchamp's Roto Reliefs.

Sun - > solar panel - > electric current - > battery storage as chemical potential - > conversion to work via electric motor.

However, there are some alternatives popping up from small auto shops and electric vehicle startups, such as the latest model from Vanderhall Motor Works.

Various researchers are working to develop new materials that require much smaller quantities of rare — earth materials, and for some applications, such as wind turbines and electric vehicle motors, alternatives already exist.»

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Power inverters work with gas - powered cars as well as electric vehicles, but Nissan Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Corp. have both developed equipment specifically for electric cars.