Yhdistelmämoottori

Yhdistelmämoottori, often translated as combined engine or hybrid engine, refers to a type of engine that combines two or more distinct power sources or operating principles to achieve improved efficiency, performance, or reduced emissions. The most common form of this concept is seen in hybrid vehicles, where an internal combustion engine is paired with an electric motor. This allows the vehicle to operate on electric power alone for short distances or at low speeds, use the internal combustion engine for longer distances or higher power demands, or utilize both in conjunction for optimal fuel economy and acceleration.

Beyond automotive applications, the term can also encompass other engineering scenarios. For instance, in some industrial processes, a combined engine might integrate a steam turbine with a gas turbine to extract more energy from a single fuel source. Another theoretical application could involve a reciprocating engine that also incorporates a rotary component to leverage the advantages of both designs. The core idea remains the integration of different technologies to create a more capable or efficient overall system than any single component could achieve on its own. The specific implementation and benefits of a yhdistelmämoottori are highly dependent on the technologies being combined and the intended application.