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Introduction to Hybrid Systems. Objectives. To explain basic hybrid operation To present current advances in hybrid technology. Early Hybrid Models. Honda Insight. Toyota Prius. Hybrid Terms. HV Battery – High Voltage Battery (201 volts)
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Objectives • To explain basic hybrid operation • To present current advances in hybrid technology
Early Hybrid Models Honda Insight Toyota Prius
Hybrid Terms • HV Battery – High Voltage Battery (201 volts) • Inverter – Converts low voltage (201 volts) into high voltage (500 volts) for the motor/generator • Motor/Generator (MG) – Turns drive wheels or assists with HV Battery recharging • Regenerative Braking – Partial HV battery recharging from motor/generator under normal braking conditions
Hybrid Components MG-R (4WD Only) Gasoline Engine Inverter HV Battery Motor/Generator
Hybrid Parts HV Battery Inverter Hybrid Drivetrain
Toyota Hybrids Prius Highlander 2007 Camry
Lexus Hybrids RX 400h
Honda Hybrids Insight Civic Accord
More Hybrids to Come • BMW • DaimlerChrysler • Ford • General Motors • Honda • Hyundai • Lexus • Nissan • Toyota • Volkswagen
Hybrid Resources • http://automobiles.honda.com • http://john1701a.com • http://www.greenhybrid.com • http://www.hybridcars.com • http://www.lexus.com/models/hybrid/ • http://www.toyota.com
This presentation is available at: http://www.tcc.edu/faculty/webpages/Brubin/hybrid.htm