Technology
 Lightning Hybrids’ hydraulic hybrid retrofit applies a hydraulic system to the driveline of a vehicle to regenerate braking energy. A hydraulic pump and lightweight accumulator store braking energy, and upon acceleration, the pump becomes a motor that uses the stored energy in the accumulator to provide torque to power the wheels. The fuel efficiency gains are achieved by regenerating the braking energy that is normally lost, and using this energy instead of (and in addition to, if needed) the internal combustion engine for acceleration.
Lightning Hybrids’ patent-pending hydraulic hybrid system includes three efficient hydraulic pumps, a unique power transfer module, a lightweight accumulator system, a valve block and certified hoses, and a proprietary control system developed in conjunction with National Instruments.
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Lightning Hybrid On-Road Demo System Explanation Acceleration and Braking Cycles |
