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Old 10-16-2010, 10:24 PM   #113 (permalink)
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yup, that would be the most efficient scenario, a relatively constant speed and load, engine sized and geared appropriately (or perhaps with multiple gears). The electric motor can pitch in if the optimum speed starts to drops off, or at slow speeds. Smart driver assumed.
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