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Regenerative Braking System (Hybrid Vehicles)

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During braking, the regenerative brake system utilizes the electric motor portion of the hybrid electric power train as a generator to create electrical current. This recharges the High Voltage Traction Battery (HVTB) in combination with the vehicle's conventional friction brakes while slowing the vehicle. The amount of brake torque provided by the electric motor is dependent upon the state of charge of the HVTB. When the HVTB is almost fully charged, the amount of regenerative braking is limited to avoid overcharging, and the requested deceleration is produced by conventional friction braking alone.

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