REGENERATIVE BRAKING

SYSTEM

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Introduction

 Regenerative braking essentially recoups the kinetic energy (the energy an object
has while it’s in motion) of a car as it slows down by converting it into electricity.
In the case of electric and hybrid cars, this energy is stored in the battery to be
reused whenever required.

 This technology will enable us to have more overall range in modern hybrid and
EVs.
Working Principle

 The way that regenerative braking harnesses this otherwise wasted energy is
through the car’s electric motor. As the vehicle slows down the motor spins in
reverse, sending energy back into the battery.
 The path of energy transfer reverses.

 The kinetic energy drives the DC motor which returns the energy to the battery
pack.
One Pedal Driving

 Sometimes the effect of the regenerative braking system can often feel like you
have just stepped on the brake pedal as soon as you stop accelerating.

 Using this you can drive around using just the accelerator pedal and rely on the
regenerative braking system to slow you down. This can take some getting used
to and the user can also change the severity of the braking effect. In the most
aggressive setting, you may find that you hardly have to touch the brake pedal on
your commute.
Pros

 It extends the range of your electric/hybrid car and can increase the efficiency of
your petrol/diesel vehicle

 Brake pad wear is minimised, especially in city driving

 ‘One pedal’ driving in electric cars makes driving them in traffic even less of a
chore
Cons

• Regenerative braking systems vary in feel and efficiency

• It can take some time to get used to the way the system operates

• In some cars, the brake pedal can feel strange as the car switches from the
regenerative braking system to the hydraulic brakes.
Conclusion

 Regenerative braking provides the best results in flowing city-style driving,

where it can make the most of the regular changes in speed.

 It is less efficient in slow stop-and-go traffic where it will have very little kinetic
energy to work with. The same applies to long steady-speed motorway drives.