Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
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Can members please recommend any Hybrid Powertrain Simulation Models (preferably in Matlab/Simulink) that are available in the Public Domain? I do know of ADVISOR, but that package is being commercialized and can only perform backward-facing analysis (with some forward-facing error compensation). PSAT (POWERTRAIN SYSTEMS ANALYSIS TOOLKIT) seems to be an alternative.
Googling for links has served well as an introduction, but I would like some member feedback and recommendations.
Thanks in advance.
Googling for links has served well as an introduction, but I would like some member feedback and recommendations.
Thanks in advance.
Best regards,
Matthew Ian Loew
"I don't grow up. In me is the small child of my early days" -- M.C. Escher
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RE: Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
I started to roll my own model of a Prius in Excel, but it has really turned into a tool for investigating gear ratios, the hybrid part has been ignored up until now.
If you were to roll your own then
http://www.unisanet.unisa.edu.au/staff/Homepage.asp?Name=Peter.Pudney
may be a useful contact
Cheers
Greg Locock
RE: Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
In a backward facing model architecture information is passed from the drive cycle speed requirements through the drive train system elements to calculate outputs. Backward facing models are said to run faster and are good for quick studies. A good explanation (and flowchart) of the backward facing solution can be found in the technical document An Object-Oriented Modelling Tool of Hybrid Powertrains for Vehicle Performance Simulation by S. Wilkins & M. U. Lampérth.
A forward facing model includes a driver model that drives the analysis by adjusting the same inputs (throttle, brake, etc.) that a real driver would. Therefore, the forward facing model can be used for HIL testing and controls systems development as well.
I am still grappling with the best modeling strategies to employ in my work, so further commentary is appreciated.
Best regards,
Matthew Ian Loew
"I don't grow up. In me is the small child of my early days" -- M.C. Escher
Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips Fora.
RE: Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
"Factors affecting car fuel consumption
01/01/1993
Redsell, M.: Loughborough University of Technology
Lucas, G. G.: Loughborough University of Technology
Ashford, N. J.: Loughborough University of Technology
Journal of Automotive Engineering, Vol. 207, No. D1 pp1 "
Might help with behaviour of real drivers.
Cheers
Greg Locock
RE: Public Domain Models for Hybrid Powertrain Simulation
http://www.transportation.anl.gov/modeling/index.html is a link to Argonne National Lab. There is some information available there, but it may not be free.