08-12-2014, 12:09 AM
Retro, you might want to pick up a copy of this months Cycle World. Cameron proposed the solution you mentioned, basically an Eagle i-Thrust solution (Top Gear) with a generator, batteries, and an electric motor. The big benefit would be an incredibly smooth and controlled power delivery, and the IC engine operating at top efficiency at all times.
Personally I don't think we're 20, or even 10 years away from usable batteries. To me its more about cost than performance, and today 90% of the cost is manufacturing, not materials. Look to computers for the reference in lower cost.
Personally I don't think we're 20, or even 10 years away from usable batteries. To me its more about cost than performance, and today 90% of the cost is manufacturing, not materials. Look to computers for the reference in lower cost.