SAE technical papers on CD-ROM/SAE technical paper series · 2007 · 13 citations · 2 references
EngineeringAutomotive EngineeringElectrical EngineeringElectric Vehicle TechnologyPowertrain EngineeringPropulsionElectric PowertrainsElectric Vehicle SimulationEnergy StorageHybrid Powertrain ArchitectureHybrid PowertrainsVehicle Propulsion SystemsEnergy-efficient Platform DesignHybrid Electric VehiclesPlug-in Hybrid Electric VehiclesPlug-in Hybrid PowertrainsReduced MassStorage CapacityVehicle Energy Storage SystemsVehicle Platform Architecture
<div class="htmlview paragraph">Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) technology will provide substantial reduction in petroleum consumption as demonstrated in previous studies. Platform engineering steps including, reduced mass, improved engine efficiency, relaxed performance, improved aerodynamics and rolling resistance can impact both vehicle efficiency and design. Simulations have been completed to quantify the relative impacts of platform engineering on conventional, hybrid, and PHEV powertrain design, cost, and consumption. The application of platform engineering to PHEVs reduced energy storage system requirements by more than 12%, offering potential for more widespread use of PHEV technology in an energy battery supply-limited market. Results also suggest that platform engineering may be a more cost-effective way to reduce petroleum consumption than increasing the energy storage capacity of a PHEV.</div>
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