HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

Friday August 2nd, 2024Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 2536 Views CO2, electromobility, HEV, hybrid, hybrid powertrain

A hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) is a car that can independently run on fossil fuels and electric power. HEV vehicles are typically equipped with only a smaller traction battery and a less powerful electric motor. However, the electric motor’s performance is sufficient for the vehicle to run solely on electric power.

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PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)

Wednesday May 29th, 2024Friday August 2nd, 2024 Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 2527 Views CO2, electromobility, hybrid, hybrid powertrain, PHEV

A plug-in hybrid electric vehicle is a car that can run independently on fossil fuels and electricity. In the case of a plug-in hybrid, it is important that the vehicle is equipped with a traction battery that can be recharged from the electricity grid.

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Active engine mounts

Sunday March 12th, 2023Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 9108 Views aktivní lůžka motoru, engine

Active engine mounts reduce the transmission of vibrations from the engine to the crew compartment while ensuring a sufficiently rigid attachment of the power unit to the body.

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Oil filter

Sunday January 30th, 2022Wednesday July 3rd, 2024 Ing. Jan Sajdl, Ph.D. 21096 Views filter, oil filter wrench, oil, oil filter

An efficient oil filter is an integral part of almost every engine. A properly functioning oil filter cleans the oil of microscopic contaminants, thus extending the life of the engine.