- Develop a flexible user interface to allow for parameter variation - Provide a vital teaching tool for Stevens Institute of Technology - Contribute to the development of alternative transportation
ABSTRACT
The results of implementing a series-parallel control strategy for an undersized hybrid testing platform are examined. The effects on fuel economy by changing control strategy parameters were simulated. An intricate LabVeiw model of the undersized series-parallel hybrid testing platform equipped with a two stroke internal combustion engine utilizing two electric motors and a lead acid battery was used for all simulations. Several government issued drive cycles that represent a range of driving conditions and driver habits were simulated. Multiple iterations of simulation and parameter changes were conducted to improve fuel economy. No prior drive cycle information was assumed to be available to the controller. The series-parallel control strategy was demonstrated through simulation to improve fuel economy when compared to a non-hybrid control strategy. Further hardware testing is necessary to determine actual optimal operating parameters.