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Power generation system and method

  • US 10,205,369 B2
  • Filed: 06/22/2017
  • Issued: 02/12/2019
  • Est. Priority Date: 06/25/2013
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method of generating and distributing electric power to meet localized demand, said method comprising:

  • providing a local environment;

    providing a hybrid power generator including an internal combustion engine and an electric motor generator unit, wherein the engine and the generator unit are coupled with a common drive assembly;

    engaging the internal combustion engine with equipment serving the local environment; and

    operating the internal combustion engine to apply mechanical energy to drive the equipment serving the local environment, including operating the generator unit to drive the engine at startup.

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