I stand corrected about not being able to use induction motors as generators, still
As per wikipedia
> An induction generator produces electrical power when its rotor is turned faster than the synchronous speed... An induction generator usually draws its excitation power from an electrical grid
Which is not what they want in a car
Also they do want good torque at zero speeds, while it can be done with induction motors it's not ideal
As per wikipedia
> An induction generator produces electrical power when its rotor is turned faster than the synchronous speed... An induction generator usually draws its excitation power from an electrical grid
Which is not what they want in a car
Also they do want good torque at zero speeds, while it can be done with induction motors it's not ideal