Hackaday

AC Motor Converted Into DC EBike Powerplant

AC induction motors are everywhere, from ceiling fans to vehicles. They’re reliable, simple, and rugged — but there are some disadvantages. It’s difficult to control the speed ...
IEEE

Copolar Synchronous Switching Method for BLDC Motor Control in EV Application

Abstract: This paper proposes a new PWM switching method, called copolar switching, for synchronous rectification in brushless DC motors (BLDC). This method-integrates the benefits of both unipolar ...
Daily Mail

Why are hybrids so dangerous? Scientists blame high mileage, quiet engines, and concentrated urban use for death rates that are three times higher than petrol cars

Scientists have revealed why hybrid vehicles are so dangerous – as new data shows the eco–friendly motors' shocking death rate. Department for Transport (DfT) figures, analysed by the Daily Mail, show ...
IEEE

FPGA Implementation of Binary-Weighted Transformer for Prognostics and Health Management of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors Using Current Sensors

Abstract: In this letter, we propose a prognostics and health management (PHM) method for permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs) in urban air mobility (UAM). The method uses a Transformer and ...