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The new Audi Q7 "mild" hybrid my nephew just got has predictive starting based on sensors seeing the cars ahead move. Also the starter is a belt driven unit that acts as an alternator powering a 48volt system. It can provide up to 16 hp to move the car prior to more horsepower being needed, and then regeneratively charges the system when slowing down. It provides the light braking force. This is reported to result in 15% more efficiency. All of this by taking advantage of what was wasted energy in the past.
Mild Hybrid System explained by Audi (48V): https://youtu.be/dD8mZcbK3VU Last edited by SpyderMike; 05-17-2023 at 04:35 PM.. |
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^That's the way everything should be. A little hybrid goes a long way.
I like the flywheel/motor direct drive type without the belt. +150hp: https://www.elephantracing.com/vonnen/ Add an electric drive diff: https://cleantechnica.com/2021/03/16/magna-introduces-ebeam-electric-rear-axle-for-pickup-trucks/
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Meanwhile other things are still happening. Last edited by john70t; 05-17-2023 at 10:07 PM.. |
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