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Mr. Puschmann, dSPACE provides
simulation solutions for a wide range
of application areas. Where does
dSPACE stand in the simulation of elec-
tric motors and power electronics?
For over 20 years, dSPACE has been
providing hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)
solutions for the simulation of elec-
tric motors and power electronics.
Our customers already use a high
number of such systems, with great
success. Due to the different require-
ments, there are solutions for pro-
cessor-based simulation and FPGA-
based simulation (FPGA = field-pro-
grammable gate array). We offer
comprehensive libraries with ready-
to-use simulation models for both
platforms to cover even the most
diverse applications. These applica-
tions range from auxiliary devices in
vehicles, to traction transmissions for
electromobility, up to industrial gene-
rators and multipoint inverters of re-
generative power generators. A high
number of analysis tools round off
our portfolio. As an alternative to the
existing solutions based on model
libraries, dSPACE now also makes it
possible to generate real-time appli-
cations directly from the circuit dia-
gram, for both the processor and
the FPGA.
Why does dSPACE provide this addi-
tional solution?
So far, we have given our customers
ready-made solutions for the known
and established topologies and struc-
tures. For example, dSPACE provides
complete library elements for a B6
bridge circuit up to a three-phase in-
duction motor. Special requests and
customer demands, such as DC/DC
converters, are covered by engineer-
ing solutions. However, we have come
to notice that many applications are
becoming more complex and more
individual. Electric and hybrid vehicles
have electrical systems with different
voltage levels. The need for HIL simu-
lation of power electronics systems is
also increasing in the renewable ener-
gy and smart grid sectors. Especially
for these systems with inherently diffe-
rent setups, we doubt that simulation
based on ready-to-use library elements
is useful. Individual engineering models
often involve a high amount of work.
With our new solution, customers can
create the simulation model directly
from within the circuit topology.
When will the solution become avail-
able?
From now on. In early 2016, we
added an FPGA-based solution to
With the Electrical Power Systems Simulation
Package, users can create simulation models
directly from the circuit topology.
POWER ELECTRONICS
Are you developing controllers for power electronics
and want to perform realistic HIL tests early on?
You can now create tailored simulation models at
the click of a button, even for complex unique
circuits. Frank Puschmann, who played an impor-
tant role in developing this new technology, explains
how it works.
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