Sentences with phrase «role of the electric motor»
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The 7 - speed hybrid transmission is equipped with an electric motor designed to eliminate torque interruption, a major disadvantage of automated manual transmissions (AMT) usually found in smaller vehicles where shift comfort does not play a key role.
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A further example of the technology spearhead role is an all - new double electric motor system driving both rear wheels, connected together by planetary gears.
The former plays the role of a starter and can charge the battery pack or power other electric motors as needed while the latter distributes the power to the drive wheels via a planetary gear - type continuously variable transmission.
2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid PHEV minivan EPA - rated at 84 MPGe in electric - only mode; role of eFlite dual - motor / one - way clutch strategy
Furthermore, the electric motor takes on the role of a generator which — depending on the hybrid function selected — is powered either by recuperating braking energy or by efficiently raising the engine's load points.
However, on faster roads, the electric motor plays only a supporting role, with the petrol engine doing the lion's share of the work.
In many situations the front electric motor assumes the role of a generator.