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Old 07-02-2011, 07:26 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by simondo View Post
I work in the generator industry and make permanent magnet alternators. and normal synchronous generators from 5000 watts to 3mw.
Is that what you're thinking about : using the combustion engine as a generator feeding the batteries and an electric engine that propels the car ?


Regular car engines aren't very efficient as generators.
Audi are even developing a small wankel for the purpose - even they didn't dive into their VW part box and grab a small TDi.
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