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New “2-in-1” EV unit integrates traction motor and A/C compressor for increased range in hot climates

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Hybrids and EVs use regenerative braking to capture kinetic energy and store it; this requires the conversion of the kinetic energy first into electricity to transport to the battery, resulting in extra energy conversion steps. Design concept of the integrated A/C compressor-traction motor unit.

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IEEE Celebrates Engineering Brilliance

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TSU-JAE KING LIU University of California, Berkeley “For leadership in the advancement and commercialization of nanometer semiconductor technologies and the promotion of microelectronics workforce development.” BOWERS University of California, Santa Barbara “For contributions to photonic integrated circuit technologies.” IEEE JAMES H.

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