Hybrid Engine Cut-Away, Electrical Operation, Toyota Prius

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The engine and motor, the key factors in hybrid technology education, are mounted on a metal frame. The engine and transmission sections are cut-away. The unit is powered by two sets of 120V electric motors. One motor powers the engine side and the other powers the hybrid motor. The display panel at the rear side of the frame displays the virtual working status, such as the starting, driving status, high load, deceleration control, and HV battery charging.

The mounted engine is a Toyota Prius, which is a parallel type hybrid. It is a combination of a 1.5L gas engine and a motor powered by a Nickel-Hydrogen battery. The power source is selected automatically when (1) starting the motor, (2) driving in normal conditions, and (3) accelerating. As this is a virtual model, the driving status can be simulated by adjusting the rotary switch located in front of the unit.

SPECIFICATIONS:
Engine:
*Model: 1NZ-FXE
*Type: Water cooled series, 4 cylinders
*Valve: DOHC16 valves
*Gross displacement: 1496 cc

Motor:
*3CM AC synchronous motor
*Permanent magnet type synchronous motor

Max Output:
*Engine: 77PS / 5,000 rpm
*Motor: 68PS / 1,200~1,540 rpm

Max Torque:
*Engine: 11.7kg-m / 4,200 rpm
*Motor: 40.8 kg-m / 0~1,200 rpm

Dimensions: 155 cm x 160 cm x 165 cm (61" x 63" x 65")

Weight: 200 kg (441 lbs)

HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE TECHNOLOGY TEXTBOOK
Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technology provides foundational information about vehicles that use more than one propulsion technology to power a drive system. This textbook (279 pages) is filled with technical illustrations (197) and concise descriptions of the different configurations and vehicle platforms, the operation of various systems and the technology involved, and the maintenance of hybrid electric vehicles.

Content Highlights:
* Introduction to HEV Technology
* Hybrid Engines
* Power Inverter Systems
* Electric Propulsion Sensing Systems
* Nickel-Metal Hydride Technology
* Hybrid Vehicle Braking Systems
* Textbook CD-ROM Includes: Quick Quizzes, Media Clips, Illustrated Glossary, Review Questions, and Flash Cards.