POWER TRAIN SYSTEM FOR A VEHICLE AND METHOD FOR OPERATING SAME

摘要

In an economy running mode, auxiliary machines are operated by a motor generator in a state where the engine is stopped so as to reduce electric po wer consumption. The motor generator, the engine and the auxiliary machines are connected through pulleys and belts. Moreover, a clutch is provided for swit ching enabling/disabling of power transmission between the motor generator and the engine. A battery is connected to the motor generator through an inverter. When the engine is stopped, the clutch is disengaged and the auxiliary machines are operated by the motor generator.