What does energy recovery in new energy vehicles mean?
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Energy recovery refers to the process during vehicle braking where the motor is controlled to operate in a power generation state, converting the mechanical energy of the vehicle's movement into electrical energy, which is then stored in energy storage systems such as batteries, thereby recovering a portion of the braking energy. The following is relevant information about new energy: 1. Definition: New energy, also known as non-conventional energy, refers to various forms of energy other than traditional energy sources. It includes energy sources that are just beginning to be developed and utilized or are under active research and awaiting promotion, such as solar energy, geothermal energy, wind energy, ocean energy, biomass energy, and nuclear fusion energy. 2. Characteristics: Abundant resources, generally featuring renewable properties that can be sustainably utilized by humans. Low energy density, requiring significant space for development and utilization.
Simply put, energy recovery in new energy vehicles means that when you brake or release the accelerator, the system converts the kinetic energy that would otherwise be wasted into electrical energy and stores it back in the battery. Anyone who has driven an electric car knows that, for example, when going downhill or releasing the accelerator before a red light, you can feel the car automatically decelerate while the range number on the dashboard increases slightly. The core of this technology relies on the motor reversing to generate electricity. Most cars today can recover 10%-20% of the energy, which is particularly useful in city traffic jams, allowing you to drive at least 30-50 kilometers more. However, if the recovery intensity is too strong, beginners might feel car sick, so it's recommended to start with a lower setting to get used to it. Last time I drove on a mountain road with strong recovery mode on, the battery level was actually higher after descending than when I started, which was truly amazing.
