Abstract
This paper describes research carried out into auxiliary power units (APU) for range extended electric vehicles (RE-EV), as part of the Low Carbon Vehicle Technology Project (LCVTP). APU requirements are specified and compared to the attributes of a variety of prime power sources. It is concluded that for many applications adaption of a volume production 4-stroke gasoline engine will be the most suitable choice for a RE-EV, until production volumes make a bespoke engine viable.
The paper explores potential engine modifications and generator integration. The development of a 55kW APU, using a volume production two cylinder engine and a close coupled design permanent magnet generator are described including its installation into a technology validator vehicle.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Sustainable Vehicle Technologies: Driving the green agenda |
Place of Publication | Cambridge |
Publisher | Woodhead Publishing |
Pages | 225-235 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780857094568, 9780857094575 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2 Apr 2012 |
Bibliographical note
Paper presented at the IMechE Sustainable Vehicle Technologies (SVT) conference, held 14-15 November 2012, Warwickshire.Keywords
- electric vehicles
- sustainable vehicles
- automotive