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Comparative performance evaluation of advanced AC and DC EV propulsion systems

Conference ·
OSTI ID:6620070
Idaho National Engineering Laboratory (INEL) evaluates EV propulsion systems and components for the US Department of Energy (DOE) Electric and Hybrid Vehicle (EHV) Program. In this study, experimental data were used to evaluate the relative performances of the benchmark Chrysler/GE ETV-1 DC and the Ford/GE First Generation Single-Shaft AC (ETX-I) propulsion systems. Tests were conducted on the INEL's chassis dynamometer using identical aerodynamic and rolling resistance road-load coefficients and vehicle test weights. The results allowed a direct comparison of selected efficiency and performance characteristics for the two propulsion system technologies. The ETX-I AC system exhibited slightly lower system efficiency during constant speed testing than the ETV-1 DC propulsion system. 7 refs., 5 figs., 3 tabs.
Research Organization:
EG and G Idaho, Inc., Idaho Falls (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC07-76ID01570
OSTI ID:
6620070
Report Number(s):
EGG-M-881162; CONF-881162-3; ON: DE89005419
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English