Class Type: MT
Sunday March 14, 2010
8:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric vehicles all share a set of core components: a battery pack or other type of energy storage system, a management system for stored energy, a motor controller/inverter, one or more DC-DC converters, one to four AC motor-generators, and a control system. Although the rapid development of electric drives is likely to result in significant improvements beyond today?s designs, the fundamental operation of many components is just as likely to remain the same or similar to current operation.
However, understanding these components requires a little knowledge of electrochemistry, a little understanding of electronics and power electronics, and a solid foundation in both AC and DC circuits. Using examples from the field, this seminar will present a foundation upon which the technician can begin to build an understanding of the theory, operation, service, diagnosis, and repair of high-voltage electric drives in both hybrid and electric vehicles.