| Description |
xxii, 281 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
| Series |
TAB green guru guides |
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TAB green guru guides.
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| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Why plug-in hybrid electric cars can happen now! -- PHEVs save the environment and energy -- History of plug-in hybrid electric vehicles -- What is the best plug-in hybrid electric vehicle for you? -- Power trains and designing your PHEV -- Engines and electric motors in the PHEV -- The controller -- Batteries -- The charger and electrical system -- Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle conversion -- Maximize your plug-in hybrid electric vehicle enjoyment -- Sources. |
| Summary |
A hands-on guide that dissects the latest technical information and contains easy-to-follow instructions for building a PHEV. Leitman provides complete details on the hybrid power train and all the required components, including the motor, battery, and chassis. Pictures, diagrams, charts, and graphs illustrate each step along the way. --from publisher description |
| Subject |
Hybrid electric vehicles.
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Automobiles, Home-built.
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| ISBN |
9780071614733 (alk. paper) |
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0071614737 (alk. paper) |
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