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Old 05-19-2009, 03:56 PM   #25 (permalink)
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I like the idea of replacing the dampers in the suspension with a system that forces the hydraulics through a generator setup. It could easily be designed to generate electricity regardless of the direction of travel with some creative use of diodes in the circuitry design.

I wonder how Bose's Linear motor suspension system works. It may produce electricity when it hits bumps, but I don't know for sure. All I know is that it is said to create the smoothest ride around. I think Mercedes is going to be licensing it.
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