BillT Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 Greetings, What experimental results exist for different braking strategies? What strategies cause the best regeneration? What strategies cause the best mileage? What relevant literature exists? When I break moderately, the power meter dips part way into the blue. When I break hard, the power meter dips farther into the blue, but for a shorter time as the vehicle stops sooner. It seems reasonable to assume the batteries have a maximum charge rate, which means the regeneration has a maximum level. Past some point, braking harder will not capture more energy for charging the battery. I realize for some occasions you really do not have a choice about how hard to brake. However, for many occasions such as approaching a stop light or sign, you can start braking 500 feet down to 100 feet before you actually have to stop. For these situations I want to know what will give me the best overall mileage. Sincerely, BillT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX400h Posted July 13, 2005 Share Posted July 13, 2005 I don't think that there is much regarding charging/fuel mileage differences, depending on braking technique, but check this out: http://www.ambulancedriving.com/extra-info...-e4-pce-03.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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