New Test Methods for Validation of Electric Traction Motor Control and Monitoring Techniques

点击翻译按钮获取中文摘要

The performance and reliability of electric traction drive system (eTDS) is critical for electric vehicle (EV) application. Therefore, new control and condition monitoring techniques for eTDS are being widely investigated in order to improve the total cost of ownership, reliability, efficiency, etc. of EVs. Although, design of novel electric motor control and monitoring techniques have received increased interest, designing feasible methods to comprehensively test and validate these techniques is still a relatively new research topic and is challenging. Without comprehensive testing and effective validation of the proposed control and monitoring techniques, the eTDS would not achieve the expected performance and may even experience degraded performance or abnormal operation. This issue is also confirmed by engineers from our industry partner, Magna International Inc. In the on-going collaborative research project with Magna, which involves 1) permanent magnet demagnetization monitoring, 2) motor winding insulation degradation monitoring and 3) position sensorless control, Magna and Concordia teams have encountered significant challenges in the testing and validation of above-mentioned control and monitoring techniques. Therefore, this research proposal aims to develop new testing methodologies for the above mentioned research topics including the development of laboratory experimental test setup. As an outcome, the developed testing solutions will be employed by Magna to validate their eTDS products for improved performance and reliability. Therefore, the proposed research is an integral part of the eTDS research for improved control performance and reliability, which eventually leads to the development of long-range and reliable EVs. The outcome from this research project will result in both economic and environmental benefits including implementable eTDS solutions for the industrial partner and advancement and promotion of EV technology for reduced carbon footprint leading to a better life quality for Canadians. Highly qualified personnel (HQP) will be also trained in advanced eTDS control, monitoring and testing areas that benefits the Canadian and global automotive sector.