No! My calculator batteries are fine! I figured that the first item was a showstopper. So the actual power requirement was moot. I had done the calc.s that you came up with, I didn't include them for the fun of allowing you or anyone else to do it.
Gotcha! -----Original Message----- From: VanDerWal, Peter MSgt [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, October 09, 2002 12:00 PM To: 'EV List' Subject: RE: Cross country charging challenge. LOL, I think you need new batteries for your calculator ;-) In order to do what you are suggesting you would need at least a 45kw charger and a 220V @ 250 Amp outlet at each stop, and that assumes a very efficient vehicle, batteries, and charger. >Hmmm.. > >Just a quickie calculation, > >you'll need: > >a car that can drive for two hours on a one hour charge >a team of four drivers >a Prius chase car to hold all the gear >and a 220VAC outlet every 120-140 miles. > >Then if you drive for two and charge for one, you can cover the 2800 miles >in approx. 70 hours. >
