Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Analysis

Location

CSU 202

Start Date

23-4-2007 3:00 PM

End Date

23-4-2007 5:00 PM

Mentor's Name

Bruce Jones

Mentor's Department

Automotive and Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Mentor's College

Science, Engineering and Technology

Description

The project involves the modification of a 2006 Toyota Prius into a "Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle." Included in this presentation are the type of battery pack chosen, charger created, methods used, costs, plans to keep drivability, modification results affecting performance, emission control, and fuel efficiency. The team utilized the time spent on the project by creating a clean, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing vehicle that gets great fuel economy. The vehicle was tested for emissions, fuel economy, and performance, including drivability. The results were then analyzed for advantages and disadvantages of a production vehicle.

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Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Analysis

CSU 202

The project involves the modification of a 2006 Toyota Prius into a "Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle." Included in this presentation are the type of battery pack chosen, charger created, methods used, costs, plans to keep drivability, modification results affecting performance, emission control, and fuel efficiency. The team utilized the time spent on the project by creating a clean, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing vehicle that gets great fuel economy. The vehicle was tested for emissions, fuel economy, and performance, including drivability. The results were then analyzed for advantages and disadvantages of a production vehicle.

Recommended Citation

Bahn, Christopher; Eric Esselman; Nate Starkson; and Jacob Wilson. "Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Analysis." Undergraduate Research Symposium, Mankato, MN, April 23, 2007.
https://cornerstone.lib.mnsu.edu/urs/2007/oral-session-08/2