- Sample Case Histories
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SAMPLE CASE HISTORIES:
We leverage our experience from current and previously completed projects to rapidly develop proposals and project plans that will meet the requirements of new customers. Following are some case histories that show the breadth and flexibility of our capabilities.
Parallel PHEV Drivetrain for a Military Application 8-Ton Delivery Van:
- Supporting a market leading vehicle integrator with the development of a proof-of-concept parallel PHEV drivetrain
- Development of drivetrain control strategy and software
- Integration with partner's existing engine control unit and battery module
- Integration of a proof-of-concept inline continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Parallel PHEV SUV, Including 2WD and 4WD:
- Designed and constructed proof-of-concept "mule" vehicle
- Developed PHEV drivetrain with both 2WD and 4WD capability
- Developed initial control software and algorithms
- Incorporated Li ion batteries and on board charging system
Converted Conventional BEV Family Sedan to PHEV
- Reduced overall costs by >30%, making it comparable to manufacturing costs of conventional hybrid car
- Reduced weight by ~150 lbs by removing 1/4th battery pack
- Decoupled from BEV’s need for a high power charging system, stepping down to a widely available conventional level 1, 120V system
- Achieved significantly higher performance – 0 to 60mph in 6 seconds, versus 9 seconds
- Solved the range issue inherent in BEVs by providing it with dual fuel capability
Medium-Duty EV Drivetrain for Efficiency Improvement and Cost Reduction
- Partnered with Global 500 firm in the development of a medium duty test drivetrain to evaluate system efficiency and cost reduction using high efficiency CVT and motors
- Applications include PHEV, HEV, and EV medium duty applications
Legacy SUV PHEV Retrofit Drivetrain Development
- Designed and constructed PHEV drivetrain retrofit for large 5000 pound SUV
- Implemented NiMH battery module
- Achieved 50 mile all electric range and significant increase in fuel economy
Hybrid Drivetrain Modeling and Simulation
- Supported OEM with modeling and performance simulation for various hybrid drivetrain configurations to enable design direction decision making