Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using multiple alternators to generate sufficient power for recharging a large lithium battery. Participants explore the implications of power generation, load requirements, and potential solutions for increasing power output.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
- Exploratory
Main Points Raised
- One participant questions whether connecting four alternators, each producing approximately 700 watts, could generate enough power to recharge a 60kWh battery that requires 27kW continuously.
- Another participant calculates that the total output from four alternators would be 2800 watts (2.8kW) and notes that it would take approximately 21.4 hours to charge the battery, which exceeds the load demand.
- A participant expresses the need for additional power generation solutions, considering alternatives like a more efficient alternator or a smaller battery, while emphasizing the necessity of using a minimum 50kW battery.
- Concerns are raised about the limitations of the current alternators and the need for larger ones, with suggestions that bigger alternators are available for purchase.
- It is noted that the alternators must be connected in parallel to match the required load voltage, specifically if the load operates at 12V.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that the current setup will not meet the power requirements, but they propose different solutions and express uncertainty about the best approach to generate the necessary additional power.
Contextual Notes
Participants discuss the need for proper connections and synchronization of alternators, as well as the implications of battery size and alternator efficiency on overall power generation. There are unresolved questions about the capacity of the prime mover to support larger alternators.
