SCALEXIO for Electric Motor Testing

dSPACE has announced the introduction of SCALEXIO hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) software for testing electric motors.

• Combines flexible architecture with freely programmable FPGA board DS2655
• Includes scalable electronic load so users can test electric motor control systems in a more realistic environment by emulating the real motor and generator currents  
• DS2655 FPGA Base Module is user-programmable to define high-fidelity, custom models for simulating complex, highly dynamic systems
• FPGA is frequently used for simulating electric motors requiring very fast, computationally intensive simulation in applications such as hybrid vehicles
• Modules can be mounted on the DS2655 base board to provide the necessary number of I/O channels
• FPGA device can be configured graphically with standard dSPACE tools so users can react flexibly to new requirements, such as new I/O interfaces or faster simulation
• Simulation models for HIL tests of electric motors and associated power electronics and batteries also available
• Includes scalable dSPACE electronic load module to emulate motor and generator currents of up to 100 A at voltages of up to 60V
• Load allows auxiliary to be emulated in vehicle electrical systems of up to 48V
• Electronic loads can be used in parallel to provide higher current capability
• Electronic Load Module features energy recovery capabilities, which considerably increase overall system efficiency and provides energy saving during testing
• Lower energy consumption also means less heat is generated, and therefore, less active cooling is necessary
• Also offers reduced space requirements and noise levels
• Electronic Load Module can be integrated within the SCALEXIO system or installed externally
• ECU under test can be connected directly to the Electronic Load Module, resulting in short power signal connection and reduced possible signal interference