Hybrid, Electric and Fuel-Cell Vehicles

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This book covers the cutting-edge technology and technology that are revolutionizing today's automotive industry. The author combines in-depth industry expertise with an engaging, reader-friendly style, providing extensive detail on new and upcoming electric vehicles, including hybrids in production today and the fuel cell vehicles of tomorrow. Expansive coverage ranges from basic theory related to vehicle construction, electricity, batteries, and motors, to the political and social impact of these high-profile vehicles. In addition to up-to-date, highly accurate technical information on vehicles available today, including service procedures and safe shop practices, the text provides an informed look into the future with material on vehicles currently under development.

Author(s): Erjavec, Jack
Edition: 2nd Edition
Publisher: Cengage Learning, Inc.
Year: 2013

Language: English
Commentary: 5977
Pages: 334
Tags: Транспорт;Автомобильная и тракторная техника;Автомобили с электрическим и гибридным приводом;


Content:
• Front Matter
• Preface
• Table of Contents
1. An Introduction to Electric Vehicles
2. Electrical Basics
3. Motor and Generator Basics
4. Battery Basics
5. The Basics of a Battery-Operated Electric Vehicle
6. Hybrid Basics and Series-Type Hybrids
7. Mild and Assist Hybrids
8. Power-Split-Type Full Hybrids
9. Other Full Hybrid Designs
10. Basic Hybrid Maintenance and Service
11. Fuel Cell and other Alternative Power Vehicles
• Glossary
• Resources
Index