[jmedia]

Hello all,
I have recently started researching electric power for vehicles as I hope to be involved in some sort of alternative propulsion for vehicles with my career someday. I scowered some threads and found some basic info about EVs. The components of the motor, controller, batteries and charger (and others, I am still learning) although I am still a bit confused when it comes to "transmissions".

I started reading about a company I believe aligned with chrysler that created an electric Jeep accompanied with a gas or diesel(i forget) generator in the vehicle to recharge the batteries while driving.

I was curious what complications arise from charging batteries while driving.

Along a different subject, I have browsed the internet and I am still confused DC and AC motors.

My ultimate (and very far away) idea (and a I am very aware that it is far fetched) is to have plans on how to create a Wrangler or Willy's sized EV vehicle with a diesel generator in it, that is as capable as its gasoline counter-part. I know that electric engines can put out the torque and power necessary, its just all about providing enough energy for the motor to do it.

I am just spitballing my dreams right now, thanks for reading and I hope you are not laughing too hard at me