MontyInNJ
05-08-2008, 07:58 PM
Here is an interesting idea for those of us who need relief from high gas prices in 2008.
Poulsen Hybrid® system enables you to choose the car you prefer and turn it into a Plug-In Hybrid for the daily grind.
Poulsen Hybrid system utilizes Permanent Magnet, Axial Field (PMAF) motors. This style motor came into being with the development of extremely high-energy, rare earth permanent magnets and has found use in aerospace and advanced vehicles including the "Sunraycer" record winning solar powered racecar. They feature high power and torque within a compact, lightweight disk shape architecture and are ideally suited for direct drive road vehicle applications.The PMAF motors specially developed by Alpha-Core, Inc. for Poulsen Hybrid are rated 5kW or 7 horsepower each at 1000 rpm (app. 60 mph).
The disk shaped on-wheel motors are installed onto the original wheels by means of adapter plates, which are bolted onto the back of special wheel lug nuts. The stator is prevented from turning by means of a torque bar, which extends from the outside center of the motor to connection fixture situated directly behind the rear wheel and attached to the fender or rear quarter panel. Power supply takes place via power cables extending through a channel in the bar/conduit to the motor controllers and batteries located in the trunk. Addition of the Poulsen Hybrid system does not touch existing brake, steering and suspension systems. The system will be available in kit form and can be owner installed in 3-4 hours. Conversions will also be offered through dealerships and a planned network of authorized installers.
How does it work ?
The effect felt by the driver when the system is turned on is equivalent to freewheeling down a 3% grade. As a result the accelerator needs to be depressed less or not at all to keep the car going. When on cruise control the difference can only be perceived by a significant drop in fuel consumption, dependent on type of car and individual driving habits.
What does it cost? Projected approximate prices:
Conversion kit including:
2 Poulsen Hybrid motors.
Auxiliary Components and cables
2 brushless DC motor controllers
72V 120Ah Deep Cycle Lead Acid battery pack (6 batteries).
On-board charger, 72V, 10A.Total $3,300 Conversion performed by authorized facility, additional $600
Technology that is here today! (June 2008 is the expected debut)
More chatter here;
http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/05/07/who-else-thinks-the-poulsen-hybrid-is-the-sleeper-team-to-win-th/ (http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/05/07/who-else-thinks-the-poulsen-hybrid-is-the-sleeper-team-to-win-th/)
Poulsen site;
http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/poulsen.html (http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/poulsen.html)
Podcast from NY Auto Show (production June 2008);
http://xprizecars.com/tag/Alpha%20Core
Poulsen Hybrid® system enables you to choose the car you prefer and turn it into a Plug-In Hybrid for the daily grind.
Poulsen Hybrid system utilizes Permanent Magnet, Axial Field (PMAF) motors. This style motor came into being with the development of extremely high-energy, rare earth permanent magnets and has found use in aerospace and advanced vehicles including the "Sunraycer" record winning solar powered racecar. They feature high power and torque within a compact, lightweight disk shape architecture and are ideally suited for direct drive road vehicle applications.The PMAF motors specially developed by Alpha-Core, Inc. for Poulsen Hybrid are rated 5kW or 7 horsepower each at 1000 rpm (app. 60 mph).
The disk shaped on-wheel motors are installed onto the original wheels by means of adapter plates, which are bolted onto the back of special wheel lug nuts. The stator is prevented from turning by means of a torque bar, which extends from the outside center of the motor to connection fixture situated directly behind the rear wheel and attached to the fender or rear quarter panel. Power supply takes place via power cables extending through a channel in the bar/conduit to the motor controllers and batteries located in the trunk. Addition of the Poulsen Hybrid system does not touch existing brake, steering and suspension systems. The system will be available in kit form and can be owner installed in 3-4 hours. Conversions will also be offered through dealerships and a planned network of authorized installers.
How does it work ?
The effect felt by the driver when the system is turned on is equivalent to freewheeling down a 3% grade. As a result the accelerator needs to be depressed less or not at all to keep the car going. When on cruise control the difference can only be perceived by a significant drop in fuel consumption, dependent on type of car and individual driving habits.
What does it cost? Projected approximate prices:
Conversion kit including:
2 Poulsen Hybrid motors.
Auxiliary Components and cables
2 brushless DC motor controllers
72V 120Ah Deep Cycle Lead Acid battery pack (6 batteries).
On-board charger, 72V, 10A.Total $3,300 Conversion performed by authorized facility, additional $600
Technology that is here today! (June 2008 is the expected debut)
More chatter here;
http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/05/07/who-else-thinks-the-poulsen-hybrid-is-the-sleeper-team-to-win-th/ (http://www.autobloggreen.com/2008/05/07/who-else-thinks-the-poulsen-hybrid-is-the-sleeper-team-to-win-th/)
Poulsen site;
http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/poulsen.html (http://www.poulsenhybrid.com/poulsen.html)
Podcast from NY Auto Show (production June 2008);
http://xprizecars.com/tag/Alpha%20Core