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118: The wrong way wheel
Lateral with Tom Scott
The Mechanics of Regenerative Braking in Heavy Vehicles
This chapter explores the workings of a 110-ton dump truck that employs regenerative braking for energy efficiency while tackling steep terrains. The hosts break down the truck's ability to generate and store energy during descents, making it a fascinating case study in applied physics, albeit with a lighthearted nod to potential listener confusion.
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