Wind and Solar Powered Car
posted October 28, 2008 - 3:18amI know there are Solar powered cars, but solar and wind powered? Hmm…that seems odd. This golf cart looking car is the self powered Venturi Eclectic. It is powered by a 22hp electric motor charged by solar cells mounted on its roof.
So where does wind power come in? There is a force wheel that rotates by sheer wind power. It looks like your average wind turbine and it also charges the battery. A full day of wind charging can power this car for about 15km.
No sun and no wind? No problem, just plug it into a mains unit at home.
A completely charged NiMH battery provides a range of about 50km and allows the car to reach speeds of 50km/h. Not bad. Great for driving around the neighborhood or passing by a near grocery store.
Website: http://www.unpluggedliving.com
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