New “2-in-1” EV unit integrates traction motor and A/C compressor for increased range in hot climates
Green Car Congress
OCTOBER 1, 2014
Design concept of the integrated A/C compressor-traction motor unit. 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.
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