fmarino1976
Well Known Member
OK, I've been following the alternative engine threads for a while and I must admit that I like the idea of having more choices. But the issue of the PSRU seems to be the limiting factor.
I really don't have real life hydraulics experience (and my questions here might just show that) beyond what I learned in Physics in college, but would it be possible to:
1. Use a fluid coupling to isolate the PSRU from the torsional pulses of the engine? I keep thinking of an automatic transmission torque converter type thing.
2. What about a hydrostatic type of PSRU, with a variable displacement either pump or motor. (I just saw that Honda has come up with an motorcycle automatic transmission that uses this principle)
I know that weight of off-the-shelf components is an issue, but I'd like to know about the concept.
Any bright minds want to chime in? I'd appreciate the education I'd get from this discussion.
I really don't have real life hydraulics experience (and my questions here might just show that) beyond what I learned in Physics in college, but would it be possible to:
1. Use a fluid coupling to isolate the PSRU from the torsional pulses of the engine? I keep thinking of an automatic transmission torque converter type thing.
2. What about a hydrostatic type of PSRU, with a variable displacement either pump or motor. (I just saw that Honda has come up with an motorcycle automatic transmission that uses this principle)
I know that weight of off-the-shelf components is an issue, but I'd like to know about the concept.
Any bright minds want to chime in? I'd appreciate the education I'd get from this discussion.