FIELD: motor vehicle manufacture. SUBSTANCE: three sections of unit are capable of producing torque both separately and simultaneously. Torque is imparted to shaft. Annular regenerator is coupled with turbogenerator and with turbomechanical impeller. One of sections can function as turbogenerator or as motor. Unit may be provided with individual compressor mounted for conveying air flow to turbomechanical impeller. Unit is designed to produce additional energy for battery charging and can be connected to main engine as required. EFFECT: improved design, enlarged functional capabilities. 4 cl, 2 dwg
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2000-04-27—Published
1998-01-06—Filed