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HEV 2030 - Electric Motors and Generators


Clock Hours: 165

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Course Description:
This is an introduction into AC Induction and Permanent Magnetic Electric Machines. The fundamental concepts of electricity and magnetism in AC Motor/Generators and Permanent Magnet Motor/Generators, construction, controllers and functions will be discussed.

Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. AC Induction Electric Machines
    1. Describe the construction of rotors and stators
    2. Explain how mutual induction is used to create a magnetic field in a conductor
    3. Identify the similarities between a transformer and a motor
    4. Explain the difference between wye and delta stator wiring
    5. Explain how current flow through the stator coils produces rotor rotation
    6. Compare positive, zero and negative slip and explain how they relate to torque
    7. Describe regenerative braking and explain how a battery pack can be recharged
    8. Compare the efficiency and torque of slip motor control and vector motor control
  2. Permanent Magnet Electric Machine
    1. Explain how the rotor of a permanent machine is different from the rotor of an induction machine
    2. Describe the shape and function of a permanent magnet as it relates to generating torque
    3. Explain how torque is controlled by varying the stator electrical current
    4. Explain why a permanent magnet electric machine is categorized as a synchronous machine
    5. Define field weakening
    6. Explain how a field-weakening control strategy works to control regenerative braking power