Coolant-based regenerative energy recovery system
US7600391B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 13, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60H1/3208
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An apparatus for the recovery of energy from regenerative braking events in a vehicle is provided. A braking system is configured to selectively transmit energy from a wheel to the compressor of a heat pump/refrigerant loop. The apparatus may store recovered energy in the heat capacity of a coolant fluid to assist powertrain heating or cooling.
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