23-05-2012, 10:52 AM
HYBRID CAR TECHNOLOGY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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HOW DO HYBRID CARS WORK
Both are constructed of ultra lightweight materials like carbon fiber or aluminum to overcome the power gap
Both are generally designed to be more aerodynamic than most cars, allowing them to “slice” through the air instead of pushing it out of the way
HOW SERIES HYBRID CARS WORK
Gasoline engine either directly powers an electric motor that powers the vehicle, or charges batteries that will power the battery
OTHER HYBRID TERMINOLOGY
Full Hybrid: Can move solely on electric power
Mild Hybrid: Requires at least some gasoline to power the transmission
Stop-Start Hybrids: Use electric power only while idling or during vehicle deceleration
HYBRID CAR NEED TO KNOW EMERGENCY FACTS
A hybrid characteristic we MUST be aware of. Normally on a scene we can hear a vehicle's engine running or see its exhaust. Because a hybrid’s gas engine shuts down when the car stops, rescuers can be fooled into thinking the car is off. A rescuer or victim could accidentally hit the gas pedal, causing the car to move and possible injure other rescuers or bystanders.