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Old 01-25-2024, 03:28 PM   #7 (permalink)
Ecky
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GM and Hyundai/Kia did "altermotors" for a while, before developing full hybrids. They bolt in place of the alternator, and are capable of sending some small amount of power back through the belt to assist the engine. Best I can tell, they're just a 3 phase motor also.
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