US20080156550A1 - Hybrid vehicle and hybrid power system - Google Patents
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- B60W—CONJOINT CONTROL OF VEHICLE SUB-UNITS OF DIFFERENT TYPE OR DIFFERENT FUNCTION; CONTROL SYSTEMS SPECIALLY ADAPTED FOR HYBRID VEHICLES; ROAD VEHICLE DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS FOR PURPOSES NOT RELATED TO THE CONTROL OF A PARTICULAR SUB-UNIT
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- B60W2510/10—Change speed gearings
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- Y02—TECHNOLOGIES OR APPLICATIONS FOR MITIGATION OR ADAPTATION AGAINST CLIMATE CHANGE
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- Y02T10/60—Other road transportation technologies with climate change mitigation effect
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Definitions
- the present invention relates to a hybrid vehicle and a hybrid power system.
- the power sources that can be used in the automobile include fuel (diesel fuel, gasoline) engines, solar energy power systems, and electric drive systems, and so on.
- fuel diesel fuel, gasoline
- solar energy power systems and electric drive systems, and so on.
- some have a preferred power effect and superior durability, but actually does not conform to the environmental protection requirement, while others conforms to the environmental protection requirement, but cannot achieve the required power effect.
- hybrid power using two types of power sources in complementation is formed.
- the hybrid power not only achieves a preferred power effect and a superior durability, but also meets the environmental protection requirement.
- the gear-shifting is completed by controlling the rotation speed of a single motor, such that the speed of the shifting is not quick, and the shifting is not smooth, so that it is difficult to improve the efficiency of the transmission.
- the disc clutches according to the prior art can be substantially classified into two types, namely a mechanical type and a hydraulic type.
- the mechanical type uses an actuation lever to manipulate the engage and disengage of the clutch mechanically, which has a complicated mechanism and high cost of parts.
- the hydraulic type directly actuates the clutch by using an oil hydraulic pump to drive the oil cylinder instead of using the lever to actuate the clutch, which has a high cost of the oil hydraulic system, possibly has the oil leakage problem, and is difficult to be assembled and maintained.
- the actuations of the two types are slow, such that the engage and disengage of the clutch are not smooth, and the transmission efficiency is reduced.
- the present invention is directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which has a smooth gear-shifting by controlling the rotation speed with a dual-motor.
- the gear-shifting can be performed when the clutch is not disengaged (definitely, the gear-shifting can also be performed when the clutch is disengaged), so that the speed changes more smoothly, and the abrasion of the gear-shifting device is reduced, thus improving the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system.
- the present invention is directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which has a simple clutch mechanism, a lower cost of parts as compared with the conventional art, easy to assemble and maintain, smooth engagement and disengagement of the clutch, thus alleviating the damage caused by an unsmooth engagement of the gear during the gear-shifting.
- the present invention is also directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which uses an automatic-switching clutch to engage and disengage different power sources, so as to switch to different hybrid powers.
- the present invention provides a hybrid power system using at least two energies.
- the hybrid power system includes an engine serving as a first power, a starter generator motor, a traction motor serving as a second power, an automatic manual transmission system, a battery, an automatic-switching clutch, a power-type-controlling unit (also a control unit assembly when being used in a hybrid vehicle).
- the starter generator motor is coupled and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power.
- the automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor, and changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- the battery is electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- the automatic-switching clutch is coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power type.
- the power-type-controlling unit controls the automatic-switching clutch so as to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor.
- the power-type-controlling unit of the above hybrid power system includes a master control device (also a hybrid vehicle control device when being used in a hybrid vehicle), and a torque/rotation speed control device.
- the master control device sends a control signal according to the operation state of the hybrid power system.
- the torque/rotation speed control device is coupled with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, and the master control device for receiving and interpreting the control signal of the master control device.
- the torque/rotation speed control device controls the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system, such that the traction motor is engaged with the engine through the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, and the starter generator motor.
- the torque/rotation speed control device controls the starter generator motor and the traction motor to reach a predetermined rotation speed, and drive the engine to reach the predetermined rotation speed, so as to perform the gear-shifting.
- the present invention also provides a hybrid vehicle using at least two energies.
- the hybrid vehicle which includes an engine serving as a first power, a starter generator motor, a traction motor serving as a second power, a starter generator motor, an automatic manual transmission system, a battery, an automatic-switching clutch, a tire set and a transmission shaft, and a control unit assembly.
- the starter generator motor is coupled and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power.
- the automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor, and changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- the battery is electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- the automatic-switching clutch is coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power type.
- the tire set and the transmission shaft the tire set is coupled with the automatic manual transmission system through the transmission shaft.
- the control unit assembly controls the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor.
- the control unit assembly of the above hybrid vehicle includes a hybrid vehicle control device, a starter generator motor control device, a traction motor control device, a torque/rotation speed control device, and a battery control device.
- the hybrid vehicle control device sends a control signal according to the running state of the vehicle.
- the engine control device is coupled with the engine and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the engine.
- the starter generator motor control device is coupled with the starter generator motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the starter generator motor.
- the traction motor control device is coupled with the traction motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the traction motor.
- the torque/rotation speed control device is connected with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor control device, the traction motor control device, and the hybrid vehicle control device through a control circuit.
- the torque/rotation speed control device receives and interprets the control signal of the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the engagement and disengagement of the automatic-switching clutch, and controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor through the starter generator motor control device and the traction motor control device.
- the battery control device is coupled with the battery and the hybrid vehicle control device for receiving and interpreting the control signal and controlling the battery to supply or store a power according to the control signal, so as to adjust the power supplied by the battery to the starter generator motor and the traction motor, and adjust the power stored from the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- the hybrid vehicle control device of the above hybrid vehicle determines the optimal power mode according to the rotation speed and the torque of the engine, and outputs the control signal, so as to select one mode from among a pure electric power mode, a pure engine power mode, a series hybrid power mode, an assistant hybrid power mode, and a parallel hybrid power mode.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the engine, and only the traction motor is used to drive the vehicle.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch, such that the engine drives the starter generator motor to generate a power and supplies the power to the battery, and the battery supplies the power to the traction motor, such that the traction motor is used to drive the vehicle.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the traction motor, and only the engine is used to drive the vehicle.
- the assistant hybrid power mode the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, and the engine, the starter generator motor, and the traction motor are used together to drive the vehicle.
- the parallel hybrid power mode the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor supplies a power to the battery, and the engine, and the traction motor are used to drive the vehicle.
- the automatic manual transmission system of the hybrid power system and the hybrid vehicle further includes a gear-shifting assembly mechanism, and cooperates with an automatic-switching clutch.
- the automatic-switching clutch of the above hybrid power system and hybrid vehicle is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch.
- the gear-shifting of the automatic manual transmission system is achieved by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor, so that the speed changing of the transmission system becomes smoother.
- the automatic-switching clutch can be used in the hybrid power system/hybrid vehicle to switch to different energy flow.
- the power-type-controlling unit control unit assembly
- an electromagnetic disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch when used as the automatic-switching clutch, due to the small volume, it is easy for the hybrid power system to arrange the relative position of each component, such that different types of hybrid power systems are assembled in a modularized way, and different hybrid vehicles are produced according to the requirement on the vehicle application and cost. It is preferred that, when the electromagnetic disc clutch is used as a clutch for changing power mode, the disengagement or engagement can be performed at any rotation speed, and the velocity of engaging or disengaging can be controlled accurately, so as to avoid the torque impact.
- the above hybrid power system has a wide application scope, and is not limited to the vehicle, but can also be applied to other transportation tools or tools other than transportation tools.
- the hybrid power system of the present invention can be used to other equipments and mechanisms which require power.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a hybrid vehicle according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 1 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is a partial enlarged view of FIG. 2 .
- FIG. 4 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 2 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 5 is a partial enlarged view of FIG. 4 .
- FIG. 6 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 3 according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 7 is a partial enlarged view of FIG. 6 .
- FIG. 8 is a schematic view of a gear-shifting assembly mechanism according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 9 is a block diagram of a control unit assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 10 is a schematic view of a control process of the control unit assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 11 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using an electromagnet actuated electromagnetic disc clutch and the gear-shifting according to the first embodiment.
- FIG. 12 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using a centrifugal clutch and the gear-shifting according to the first embodiment.
- FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a hybrid power system and an object requiring power according to the second embodiment.
- FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a hybrid vehicle according to a first embodiment of the present invention.
- the hybrid vehicle using at least two energies of the present invention includes an engine 100 serving as a first power, a starter generator motor 200 , a traction motor 300 serving as a second power, a battery 400 , an automatic-switching clutch 500 , an automatic manual transmission system 600 , a connection device 610 , a tire set 700 and a transmission shaft (not shown), and a control unit assembly (a power-type-controlling unit) 810 .
- the starter generator motor 200 is coupled with the engine 100 , and synchronously rotates with the engine 100 for starting the engine 100 and serving as an assistant power.
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 is coupled with the traction motor 300 through a connection device 610 .
- the connection device for example, includes a gear set, a sprocket and chain set, a belt and pulley set.
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 .
- the battery 400 is coupled with the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 .
- the automatic-switching clutch 500 is coupled between the starter generator motor 200 and the automatic manual transmission system 600 to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power.
- the above automatic-switching clutch 500 is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or centrifugal clutch.
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 is coupled with the tire set 700 through a transmission shaft (not shown).
- the control unit assembly 810 controls the automatic-switching clutch 500 to engage or disengage the engine 100 and the traction motor 300 according to the running state of the vehicle.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 1, and FIG. 3 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area of FIG. 2 .
- the starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 are arranged on the same side of the engine 100 .
- the starter generator motor 200 adopts an inner rotor design.
- a clutch flywheel 542 is directly locked onto a flange coupling 102 f on the left end of the engine crank 102 by using a screw 524 b passing through a rotor 202 .
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmission main shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 ( FIG. 1 ).
- FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 2, and FIG. 5 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area of FIG. 4 .
- the starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 are arranged on two sides of the engine 100 .
- the starter generator motor 200 adopts an outer rotor design.
- the rotor 202 is directly locked onto a tapered shaft 102 t on the right end of the engine crank 102 .
- a clutch flywheel 542 is directly locked onto a flange coupling 102 f on the left end of the engine crank 102 .
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmission main shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 ( FIG. 1 ).
- the disengagement or engagement of the clutch flywheel 542 and the clutch set 540 involves utilizing the attractive force of an electromagnetic coil 552 to an electromagnetic chuck 550 to move the electromagnetic chuck 550 .
- An electromagnetic disc lever spring 520 is actuated by the move of the electromagnetic chuck 550 , then a release bearing 530 is pushed, and a clutch lever spring 522 is actuated, so as to disengage or engage the clutch flywheel 542 and the clutch set 540 .
- the disc clutch When the disc clutch is actuated by means of electromagnetism, a microcomputer (not shown) can be used together to control and drive an electromagnetic jig holder, so as to control the open and close of the disc clutch accurately.
- the disc clutch is made to have an appropriate engaging or disengaging speed, so that various hybrid power systems having a complete function of automatic-control engaging and disengaging can be formed.
- the present invention has a lower cost and diverse functions.
- the electromagnetic disc clutch is used as the automatic-switching clutch 500 .
- a centrifugal clutch can also be used according to the spirit of the present invention.
- the centrifugal clutch is designed to perform the engagement in the range of the operation efficacy curve of the engine where minimum fuel is consumed and the pollution is in a low level.
- FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 3
- FIG. 7 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area of FIG. 6 .
- the same numerals are used to indicate the same elements appearing in different arrangement examples, so the details will be omitted.
- the starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 are arranged on two sides of the engine 100 .
- the starter generator motor 200 adopts an outer rotor design.
- the rotor 202 is directly locked onto a tapered shaft 102 t on the right end of the engine crank 102 .
- the centrifugal clutch 500 is locked onto the output shaft 104 of the engine.
- centrifugal clutch When the centrifugal clutch is adopted as the automatic-switching clutch 500 , a centrifugal block 500 a and the clutch hub 500 b are disengaged in a static state.
- the centrifugal block 500 a when rotating is forced to extend externally by a centrifugal force, and can be engaged with the clutch hub 500 b when the centrifugal block 500 a reaches a certain rotation speed (as shown in FIG. 7 ).
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmission main shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 ( FIG. 1 ).
- the present invention has a lower cost and diverse functions.
- the above automatic manual transmission system 600 further includes a gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 ( FIG. 8 ), a transmission main shaft 650 , and a differential 640 .
- a gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 FIG. 8
- gear-shifting cam 632 ′ is shown.
- the gear-shifting assembly mechanism in FIGS. 2 and 4 also uses the conventional gear-shifting cam, but is not shown due to the angle of view.
- the gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 of the present invention uses a gear-shifting electromagnetic disc 632 instead of the conventional gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear-shifting cam 632 ′.
- the gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 is an electromagnet-actuated electromagnetic disc or the conventional “gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear shifting cam”, and the electromagnetic disc clutch is taken as an example in FIG. 8 .
- the gear-shifting electromagnetic disc 632 actuates a transmission fork set 631 , such that the synchronizer 630 enters a desired gear position.
- the detailed gear-shifting process and the control are given below.
- FIG. 9 is a block diagram of a control unit assembly of a hybrid vehicle according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention.
- the control unit assembly 810 includes an engine control device 110 , a starter generator motor control device 210 , a traction motor control device 310 , a battery control device 410 , a torque/rotation speed control device 510 , and a hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710 .
- the hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710 sends a control signal according to the operation state such as the running state of vehicle, the rotation speed and torque of the engine of the hybrid power system.
- the engine control device 110 is connected with the engine 100 and the hybrid vehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of the engine 100 .
- the starter generator motor control device 210 is connected with the starter generator motor 200 and the hybrid vehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of the starter generator motor 200 .
- the traction motor control device 310 is connected with the traction motor 300 and the hybrid vehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of the traction motor 300 .
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 is connected with the automatic manual transmission system 600 , the automatic-switching clutch 500 , the starter generator motor control device 210 , the traction motor control device 310 , and the hybrid vehicle control device 710 through a control circuit.
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 receives and interprets the control signal sent by the hybrid vehicle control device 710 for controlling the engagement and disengagement of the automatic-switching clutch 500 , and controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 through the starter generator motor control device 210 and the traction motor control device 310 .
- the battery control device 410 is connected with the battery 400 and the hybrid vehicle control device 710 through a control circuit.
- the battery control device 410 receives and interprets the control signal sent by the hybrid vehicle control device 710 and controlling the power supply and power storage of the battery 400 according to the control signal, so as to adjust the power supplied by the battery 400 to the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 , and adjust the power stored from the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 .
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 controls the automatic-switching clutch 500 so as to engage or disengage the starter generator motor 200 and the automatic manual transmission system 600 .
- the traction motor 300 is engaged with the engine 100 through the automatic manual transmission system 600 , the automatic-switching clutch 500 , and the starter generator motor 200 .
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 controls the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 to reach a predetermined rotation speed, and drive the engine 100 to reach the predetermined rotation speed, so as to perform the gear-shifting.
- the above hybrid vehicle control device 710 determines an optimal power according to the rotation speed and torque of the engine 100 , and sends a control signal.
- one mode is selected from among a pure electric power mode, a pure engine power mode, a series hybrid power mode, an assistant hybrid power mode, and a parallel hybrid power mode.
- the pure electric power mode can be selected.
- the engine 100 operates in the range of the operation efficiency curve where the minimum fuel is consumed and the pollution is in a low level.
- the series hybrid power mode is selected.
- the pure engine power mode is selected.
- the assistant hybrid power mode is selected.
- the started generator motor 200 is needed to generate power to the battery 400 .
- the traction motor 300 and the engine 100 are used to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as the parallel hybrid power mode. In this way, a longer endurance and a larger horse power and torque are provided as compared with the conventional vehicles.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device 510 for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch 500 and stopping the operation of the engine 100 , and only the traction motor 300 is used to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as a pure electric vehicle (PEV).
- PEV pure electric vehicle
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device 510 for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch 500 , such that the engine 100 drives the starter generator 200 to generate power and supplies power to the battery 400 , and the battery 400 supplies power to the traction motor 300 , such that the traction motor 300 is used to drive the vehicle.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switching clutch 500 and stopping the operation of the traction motor 300 , and only the engine 100 is used to drive the vehicle.
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switching clutch 500 , and the engine 100 , the starter generator motor 200 , and the traction motor 300 are used together to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as a power assistant hybrid electric vehicle (PAHEV).
- PAHEV power assistant hybrid electric vehicle
- the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switching clutch 500 , and the starter generator motor 200 is made to supply power to the battery 400 , thus the engine 100 and the traction motor 300 are used to drive the vehicle.
- FIG. 10 shows the control process of the power control unit assembly, which comprises the following steps.
- the step S 110 is conducted to initiate the hybrid vehicle control device 710 , and set the communication between the hybrid vehicle control device 710 and the engine control device 110 , the starter generator motor control device 210 , the traction motor control device 310 , the torque/rotation speed control device 510 , and the battery control device 410 .
- the hybrid vehicle control device 710 is also referred to as a master control device, hereinafter, the engine control device 110 , the starter generator motor control device 210 , the traction motor control device 310 , the torque/rotation speed control device 510 , and the battery control device 410 are all referred to as sub control devices.
- step S 120 it is determined whether the hybrid vehicle control device 710 and the sub control devices are normal or not. If no, the control process is interrupted. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 130 .
- the hybrid vehicle control device 710 executes an algorithm and transfer the control signal to the sub control devices.
- step S 140 the hybrid vehicle control device 710 receives information from the sub control devices.
- step S 150 the hybrid vehicle control device 710 executes a safety confirmation.
- step S 160 it is determined whether the hybrid vehicle control device 710 and the sub control devices have the vehicle safety problems or not. If yes, the control process is interrupted. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 170 .
- step S 170 it is determined whether the hybrid vehicle control device and the sub control devices have the vehicle safety problems or not. If yes, a warning message is sent out. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 180 .
- step S 180 it is determined whether the vehicle stops running or not. If yes, the control process is terminated. Otherwise, the process returns to the step S 130 of making the master control device to execute an algorithm and transferring the control signal to the sub control devices.
- FIG. 11 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using an electromagnet actuated electromagnetic disc clutch and the gear-shifting.
- step 210 the torque/rotation speed control device 510 determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal. If no, the gear-shifting process is terminated. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 220 .
- step S 220 a torque of the vehicle is stopped outputting, then the automatic-switching clutch 500 is disengaged, and next the gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 is in a neutral position.
- step S 230 the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 are switched to a predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 achieve a desired gear ratio.
- step S 240 it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 achieve the predetermined arrangement or not. If no, return to the previous step S 230 of switching the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 to the predetermined arrangement. If yes, proceed to the next step S 250 .
- step S 250 the starter generator motor 200 regulates the rotation speed of the engine 100 , so as to reach a desired rotation speed.
- step S 260 the automatic-switching clutch 500 is engaged and the output of a torque of the vehicle is recovered.
- FIG. 12 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using a centrifugal clutch and the gear-shifting.
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal. If no, the gear-shifting process is terminated. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 320 .
- step S 320 a torque of the vehicle is stopped outputting and then the gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 is switched to a neutral position.
- step S 330 it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 are switched to a neutral position or not. If no, return to the previous step S 330 of stopping outputting a torque of the vehicle, and switching the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 to the neutral position. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 340 .
- step S 340 the starter generator motor 200 regulates the rotation speed of the engine 100 , and regulate the rotation speed of the traction motor 300 , so as to achieve a desired rotation speed.
- step S 350 it is determined whether the rotation speed of the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 reaches the desired rotation speed. If no, return to the previous step S 340 of making the starter generator motor 200 to regulate the rotation speed of the engine 100 , and regulating the rotation speed of the traction motor 300 , so as to achieve the desired rotation speed. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S 360 .
- step S 360 the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 are switched to a predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 achieve a desired gear ratio.
- step S 370 it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 achieve the predetermined arrangement or not. If no, return to the previous step S 360 of switching the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 to the predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmission main shaft 650 and the synchronizer 630 achieve the desired gear ratio. If yes, the output of a torque of the vehicle is recovered (the step S 380 ).
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 can switch to different gear positions to operate.
- the hybrid vehicle control device 710 makes the gear-shifting electromagnetic disc 632 to actuate a transmission fork set 631 .
- the hybrid vehicle control device 710 makes the synchronizer 630 being in a neutral position.
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 sends a signal to both the starter generator motor control device 210 and the traction motor control device 310 , so as to control the rotation speed of the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 accurately.
- the torque/rotation speed control device 510 makes the gear-shifting electromagnetic disc 632 to actuate the transmission fork set 631 , such that the synchronizer 630 enters a desired gear position.
- the hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710 determines an optimal power according to the rotation speed and torque of the engine 100 , and outputs a control signal.
- the automatic manual transmission system 600 changes speed more smoothly, thus improving the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system. Since the rotation speed of the starter generator motor 200 and the traction motor 300 can be accurately controlled instantly, the transmission system performs the gear-shifting at the most appropriate rotation speed, so as to reduce the abrasion of the gear-shifting device.
- the optimal power is determined according to the rotation speed and torque of the engine 100 , and the engine and the traction motor are engaged or disengaged through the automatic-switching clutch.
- the engine operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the engine, and the traction motor operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the traction motor, so as to optimize the application efficiency of the power.
- the hybrid power system of the present invention can be used in the development of vehicles having the advantages of power saving, low pollution, enhanced output, and better manipulation.
- the first embodiment takes the hybrid vehicle as an example.
- the hybrid power system can be applied to different transportation tools and objects using power.
- FIG. 13 is a schematic block diagram of a hybrid power system of a preferred embodiment of the present invention and an object requiring power.
- the blocks enclosed by the dash line is the hybrid power system. In view of different objects requiring power, it is only needed to replace the tire set by the object using power.
- the same numerals are used to indicate the same elements appearing in different arrangement examples, so the details will be omitted.
- the dual-motor control is used to make the automatic manual transmission system to change speed more smoothly, so as to improve the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system.
- the transmission system since the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor can be accurately controlled instantly, the transmission system performs the gear-shifting at the most appropriate rotation speed, so as to reduce the abrasion of the gear-shifting device.
- the optimal power is determined according to the rotation speed and torque of the engine, and the engine and the traction motor are engaged or disengaged through the automatic-switching clutch.
- the engine operates in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the engine, and the traction motor operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the traction motor, so as to optimize the application efficiency of the power.
- the automatic manual transmission system when the automatic manual transmission system having multiple gear positions is used, the automatic manual transmission system changes between different gear positions to operate according to the changes of the operating state of the hybrid power system.
Abstract
A hybrid vehicle is provided with an engine, a starter generator motor, a traction motor, an automatic manual transmission system, a battery, an automatic-switching clutch, and a control unit assembly. The starter generator motor is coupled and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power. The automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor and performs a gear-shifting/speed changing by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor. The automatic-switching clutch is coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make them be engaged/disengaged so as to switch the power type. The hybrid vehicle control device gives a signal to the torque/rotation speed control device to control the automatic-switching clutch to engage/disengage the engine and the traction motor according to the running state of the vehicle.
Description
- This application claims the priority benefit of Taiwan application serial no. 95149455, filed Dec. 28, 2006. All disclosure of the Taiwan application is incorporated herein by reference.
- 1. Field of the Invention
- The present invention relates to a hybrid vehicle and a hybrid power system.
- 2. Description of Related Art
- With the continuous decrease of global crude oil resources and the increase of petroleum price, all the countries actively seek for other alternative energies and the energy conservation methods to alleviate the impact of petroleum crisis.
- Currently, the power sources that can be used in the automobile include fuel (diesel fuel, gasoline) engines, solar energy power systems, and electric drive systems, and so on. Among the above power sources, some have a preferred power effect and superior durability, but actually does not conform to the environmental protection requirement, while others conforms to the environmental protection requirement, but cannot achieve the required power effect.
- For example, although an electric automobile and a solar energy automobile do not adopt the conventional fuel engine, the power efficiency of these new power sources is limited. Therefore, it is unfeasible to merely use a single power source.
- Then, after diligent research and development, a new concept and technology named hybrid power using two types of power sources in complementation is formed. The hybrid power not only achieves a preferred power effect and a superior durability, but also meets the environmental protection requirement.
- In the hybrid power system, because the coupling between various powers is one of the most critical techniques, not all the couplers can be used to couple different powers. In the currently known hybrid power systems, powers are coupled mostly through a torque converter or a planetary gear train, and sometimes through a disc clutch. At present, only the power assistant hybrid system adopts the disc clutch. The system is directly coupled to the crank of the engine by a single motor and rotates coaxially synchronously therewith, or is coupled in series with the transmission main shaft through a gear by using a single motor, and then is coupled with the engine through the disc clutch. However, this system has the following disadvantages.
- 1. The gear-shifting is completed by controlling the rotation speed of a single motor, such that the speed of the shifting is not quick, and the shifting is not smooth, so that it is difficult to improve the efficiency of the transmission.
- 2. The disc clutches according to the prior art can be substantially classified into two types, namely a mechanical type and a hydraulic type. The mechanical type uses an actuation lever to manipulate the engage and disengage of the clutch mechanically, which has a complicated mechanism and high cost of parts. The hydraulic type directly actuates the clutch by using an oil hydraulic pump to drive the oil cylinder instead of using the lever to actuate the clutch, which has a high cost of the oil hydraulic system, possibly has the oil leakage problem, and is difficult to be assembled and maintained. Moreover, the actuations of the two types are slow, such that the engage and disengage of the clutch are not smooth, and the transmission efficiency is reduced.
- In order to solve the above conventional problems, the present invention is directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which has a smooth gear-shifting by controlling the rotation speed with a dual-motor. The gear-shifting can be performed when the clutch is not disengaged (definitely, the gear-shifting can also be performed when the clutch is disengaged), so that the speed changes more smoothly, and the abrasion of the gear-shifting device is reduced, thus improving the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system.
- And, the present invention is directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which has a simple clutch mechanism, a lower cost of parts as compared with the conventional art, easy to assemble and maintain, smooth engagement and disengagement of the clutch, thus alleviating the damage caused by an unsmooth engagement of the gear during the gear-shifting.
- The present invention is also directed to a hybrid power system and vehicle, which uses an automatic-switching clutch to engage and disengage different power sources, so as to switch to different hybrid powers.
- The present invention provides a hybrid power system using at least two energies. The hybrid power system includes an engine serving as a first power, a starter generator motor, a traction motor serving as a second power, an automatic manual transmission system, a battery, an automatic-switching clutch, a power-type-controlling unit (also a control unit assembly when being used in a hybrid vehicle). The starter generator motor is coupled and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power. The automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor, and changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor. The battery is electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor. The automatic-switching clutch is coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power type. According to the operation state of the hybrid power system, the power-type-controlling unit controls the automatic-switching clutch so as to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor.
- The power-type-controlling unit of the above hybrid power system includes a master control device (also a hybrid vehicle control device when being used in a hybrid vehicle), and a torque/rotation speed control device. The master control device sends a control signal according to the operation state of the hybrid power system. The torque/rotation speed control device is coupled with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, and the master control device for receiving and interpreting the control signal of the master control device. When the control signal is interpreted to indicate to switch the power type, the torque/rotation speed control device controls the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system, such that the traction motor is engaged with the engine through the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, and the starter generator motor. When the control signal is interpreted to indicate to shift gear, the torque/rotation speed control device controls the starter generator motor and the traction motor to reach a predetermined rotation speed, and drive the engine to reach the predetermined rotation speed, so as to perform the gear-shifting.
- The present invention also provides a hybrid vehicle using at least two energies. The hybrid vehicle which includes an engine serving as a first power, a starter generator motor, a traction motor serving as a second power, a starter generator motor, an automatic manual transmission system, a battery, an automatic-switching clutch, a tire set and a transmission shaft, and a control unit assembly. The starter generator motor is coupled and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power. The automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor, and changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor. The battery is electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor. The automatic-switching clutch is coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power type. As for the tire set and the transmission shaft, the tire set is coupled with the automatic manual transmission system through the transmission shaft. According to the running state of the vehicle, the control unit assembly controls the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor.
- The control unit assembly of the above hybrid vehicle includes a hybrid vehicle control device, a starter generator motor control device, a traction motor control device, a torque/rotation speed control device, and a battery control device. The hybrid vehicle control device sends a control signal according to the running state of the vehicle. The engine control device is coupled with the engine and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the engine. The starter generator motor control device is coupled with the starter generator motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the starter generator motor. The traction motor control device is coupled with the traction motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the operation of the traction motor. The torque/rotation speed control device is connected with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor control device, the traction motor control device, and the hybrid vehicle control device through a control circuit. The torque/rotation speed control device receives and interprets the control signal of the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling the engagement and disengagement of the automatic-switching clutch, and controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor through the starter generator motor control device and the traction motor control device. The battery control device is coupled with the battery and the hybrid vehicle control device for receiving and interpreting the control signal and controlling the battery to supply or store a power according to the control signal, so as to adjust the power supplied by the battery to the starter generator motor and the traction motor, and adjust the power stored from the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
- The hybrid vehicle control device of the above hybrid vehicle determines the optimal power mode according to the rotation speed and the torque of the engine, and outputs the control signal, so as to select one mode from among a pure electric power mode, a pure engine power mode, a series hybrid power mode, an assistant hybrid power mode, and a parallel hybrid power mode. When the pure electric power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the engine, and only the traction motor is used to drive the vehicle. When the series hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch, such that the engine drives the starter generator motor to generate a power and supplies the power to the battery, and the battery supplies the power to the traction motor, such that the traction motor is used to drive the vehicle. When the pure engine power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the traction motor, and only the engine is used to drive the vehicle. When the assistant hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, and the engine, the starter generator motor, and the traction motor are used together to drive the vehicle. When the parallel hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor supplies a power to the battery, and the engine, and the traction motor are used to drive the vehicle.
- The automatic manual transmission system of the hybrid power system and the hybrid vehicle further includes a gear-shifting assembly mechanism, and cooperates with an automatic-switching clutch.
- The automatic-switching clutch of the above hybrid power system and hybrid vehicle is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch.
- According to the features of the present invention, the gear-shifting of the automatic manual transmission system is achieved by controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor, so that the speed changing of the transmission system becomes smoother.
- According to the features of the present invention, the automatic-switching clutch can be used in the hybrid power system/hybrid vehicle to switch to different energy flow. The power-type-controlling unit (control unit assembly) then selects an optimal power type according to the operation state of the hybrid system/the running state of the vehicle, thus achieving the effect of power saving, low pollution, and output enhancement.
- According to the features of the present invention, when an electromagnetic disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch is used as the automatic-switching clutch, due to the small volume, it is easy for the hybrid power system to arrange the relative position of each component, such that different types of hybrid power systems are assembled in a modularized way, and different hybrid vehicles are produced according to the requirement on the vehicle application and cost. It is preferred that, when the electromagnetic disc clutch is used as a clutch for changing power mode, the disengagement or engagement can be performed at any rotation speed, and the velocity of engaging or disengaging can be controlled accurately, so as to avoid the torque impact.
- According to the spirit of the present invention, the above hybrid power system has a wide application scope, and is not limited to the vehicle, but can also be applied to other transportation tools or tools other than transportation tools. The hybrid power system of the present invention can be used to other equipments and mechanisms which require power.
- In order to make the aforementioned and other objectives, features and advantages of the present invention comprehensible, preferred embodiments accompanied with figures are described in detail below.
- It is to be understood that both the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary, and are intended to provide further explanation of the invention as claimed.
- The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the invention, and are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate embodiments of the invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the invention.
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FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a hybrid vehicle according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 1 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 3 is a partial enlarged view ofFIG. 2 . -
FIG. 4 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 2 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 5 is a partial enlarged view ofFIG. 4 . -
FIG. 6 shows a mechanism arrangement Example 3 according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 7 is a partial enlarged view ofFIG. 6 . -
FIG. 8 is a schematic view of a gear-shifting assembly mechanism according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 9 is a block diagram of a control unit assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 10 is a schematic view of a control process of the control unit assembly according to the first embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 11 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using an electromagnet actuated electromagnetic disc clutch and the gear-shifting according to the first embodiment. -
FIG. 12 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using a centrifugal clutch and the gear-shifting according to the first embodiment. -
FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a hybrid power system and an object requiring power according to the second embodiment. -
FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a hybrid vehicle according to a first embodiment of the present invention. - The hybrid vehicle using at least two energies of the present invention includes an
engine 100 serving as a first power, astarter generator motor 200, atraction motor 300 serving as a second power, abattery 400, an automatic-switchingclutch 500, an automaticmanual transmission system 600, aconnection device 610, atire set 700 and a transmission shaft (not shown), and a control unit assembly (a power-type-controlling unit) 810. - The
starter generator motor 200 is coupled with theengine 100, and synchronously rotates with theengine 100 for starting theengine 100 and serving as an assistant power. - The automatic
manual transmission system 600 is coupled with thetraction motor 300 through aconnection device 610. Herein, the connection device, for example, includes a gear set, a sprocket and chain set, a belt and pulley set. The automaticmanual transmission system 600 changes speed by controlling the rotation speed of thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300. - The
battery 400 is coupled with thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300. - The automatic-switching
clutch 500 is coupled between thestarter generator motor 200 and the automaticmanual transmission system 600 to make them be engaged or disengaged so as to switch the power. The above automatic-switchingclutch 500 is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or centrifugal clutch. - The automatic
manual transmission system 600 is coupled with the tire set 700 through a transmission shaft (not shown). - The
control unit assembly 810 controls the automatic-switchingclutch 500 to engage or disengage theengine 100 and thetraction motor 300 according to the running state of the vehicle. - Referring to
FIGS. 2 and 3 ,FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 1, andFIG. 3 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area ofFIG. 2 . - The
starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 (for example, an electromagnetic disc clutch) are arranged on the same side of theengine 100. Thestarter generator motor 200 adopts an inner rotor design. Aclutch flywheel 542 is directly locked onto aflange coupling 102 f on the left end of the engine crank 102 by using a screw 524 b passing through arotor 202. - The automatic
manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmissionmain shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 (FIG. 1 ). - Referring to
FIGS. 4 and 5 ,FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 2, andFIG. 5 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area ofFIG. 4 . - The
starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 (for example, an electromagnetic disc clutch) are arranged on two sides of theengine 100. Thestarter generator motor 200 adopts an outer rotor design. Therotor 202 is directly locked onto atapered shaft 102 t on the right end of the engine crank 102. Aclutch flywheel 542 is directly locked onto aflange coupling 102 f on the left end of the engine crank 102. - The automatic
manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmissionmain shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 (FIG. 1 ). - In the above two mechanical arrangement examples, the disengagement or engagement of the
clutch flywheel 542 and theclutch set 540 involves utilizing the attractive force of anelectromagnetic coil 552 to anelectromagnetic chuck 550 to move theelectromagnetic chuck 550. An electromagneticdisc lever spring 520 is actuated by the move of theelectromagnetic chuck 550, then a release bearing 530 is pushed, and aclutch lever spring 522 is actuated, so as to disengage or engage theclutch flywheel 542 and theclutch set 540. - When the disc clutch is actuated by means of electromagnetism, a microcomputer (not shown) can be used together to control and drive an electromagnetic jig holder, so as to control the open and close of the disc clutch accurately. Thus, the disc clutch is made to have an appropriate engaging or disengaging speed, so that various hybrid power systems having a complete function of automatic-control engaging and disengaging can be formed.
- Also, as the size of the automatic electromagnetic disc clutch mechanism is thin in space, it is easy for the hybrid power system to arrange the relative position of each component, such that different types of hybrid power systems can be assembled in the modularized way. Therefore, as compared with the conventional art, the present invention has a lower cost and diverse functions.
- In the above two mechanical arrangement examples, the electromagnetic disc clutch is used as the automatic-switching
clutch 500. Definitely, a centrifugal clutch can also be used according to the spirit of the present invention. The centrifugal clutch is designed to perform the engagement in the range of the operation efficacy curve of the engine where minimum fuel is consumed and the pollution is in a low level. - The mechanical arrangement is shown in
FIGS. 6 and 7 .FIG. 6 is a schematic view of a mechanical arrangement of the above components according to Example 3, andFIG. 7 is a partial enlarged view of the dashed area ofFIG. 6 . The same numerals are used to indicate the same elements appearing in different arrangement examples, so the details will be omitted. - The
starter generator motor 200 and the automatic-switching clutch 500 (for example, the centrifugal clutch) are arranged on two sides of theengine 100. Thestarter generator motor 200 adopts an outer rotor design. Therotor 202 is directly locked onto atapered shaft 102 t on the right end of the engine crank 102. Thecentrifugal clutch 500 is locked onto theoutput shaft 104 of the engine. - When the centrifugal clutch is adopted as the automatic-switching
clutch 500, acentrifugal block 500 a and theclutch hub 500 b are disengaged in a static state. Thecentrifugal block 500 a when rotating is forced to extend externally by a centrifugal force, and can be engaged with theclutch hub 500 b when thecentrifugal block 500 a reaches a certain rotation speed (as shown inFIG. 7 ). - The automatic
manual transmission system 600 is connected to a transmissionmain shaft 650 through a differential 640 and then connected to the tire set 700 (FIG. 1 ). - Likewise, due to the small volume of the centrifugal clutch, it is easy for the hybrid power system to arrange the relative position of each component, such that different types of hybrid power systems can be assembled in a modularized way. Therefore, as compared with the conventional art, the present invention has a lower cost and diverse functions.
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manual transmission system 600 further includes a gear-shifting assembly mechanism 633 (FIG. 8 ), a transmissionmain shaft 650, and a differential 640. Firstly, referring toFIG. 6 , a conventional gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear-shiftingcam 632′ is shown. The gear-shifting assembly mechanism inFIGS. 2 and 4 also uses the conventional gear-shifting cam, but is not shown due to the angle of view. - Referring to
FIG. 8 , the gear-shiftingassembly mechanism 633 of the present invention uses a gear-shiftingelectromagnetic disc 632 instead of the conventional gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear-shiftingcam 632′. - The gear-shifting
assembly mechanism 633 is an electromagnet-actuated electromagnetic disc or the conventional “gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear shifting cam”, and the electromagnetic disc clutch is taken as an example inFIG. 8 . When shifting, the gear-shiftingelectromagnetic disc 632 actuates a transmission fork set 631, such that thesynchronizer 630 enters a desired gear position. The detailed gear-shifting process and the control are given below. - Definitely, besides the electromagnet-actuated electromagnetic disc gear-shifting assembly mechanism (as shown in
FIG. 8 ), the conventional “gear-shifting assembly mechanism, gear-shifting cam (as shown in FIG. 6)” also can be used. -
FIG. 9 is a block diagram of a control unit assembly of a hybrid vehicle according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. - The
control unit assembly 810 includes anengine control device 110, a starter generatormotor control device 210, a tractionmotor control device 310, abattery control device 410, a torque/rotationspeed control device 510, and a hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710. - The hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710 sends a control signal according to the operation state such as the running state of vehicle, the rotation speed and torque of the engine of the hybrid power system.
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engine control device 110 is connected with theengine 100 and the hybridvehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of theengine 100. - The starter generator
motor control device 210 is connected with thestarter generator motor 200 and the hybridvehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of thestarter generator motor 200. - The traction
motor control device 310 is connected with thetraction motor 300 and the hybridvehicle control device 710 through a control circuit for controlling the operation of thetraction motor 300. - The torque/rotation
speed control device 510 is connected with the automaticmanual transmission system 600, the automatic-switchingclutch 500, the starter generatormotor control device 210, the tractionmotor control device 310, and the hybridvehicle control device 710 through a control circuit. The torque/rotationspeed control device 510 receives and interprets the control signal sent by the hybridvehicle control device 710 for controlling the engagement and disengagement of the automatic-switchingclutch 500, and controlling the rotation speed of thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300 through the starter generatormotor control device 210 and the tractionmotor control device 310. - The
battery control device 410 is connected with thebattery 400 and the hybridvehicle control device 710 through a control circuit. Thebattery control device 410 receives and interprets the control signal sent by the hybridvehicle control device 710 and controlling the power supply and power storage of thebattery 400 according to the control signal, so as to adjust the power supplied by thebattery 400 to thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300, and adjust the power stored from thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300. - When the control signal sent by the hybrid vehicle control device is interpreted to indicate to switch the power type, the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 controls the automatic-switchingclutch 500 so as to engage or disengage thestarter generator motor 200 and the automaticmanual transmission system 600. Thus, thetraction motor 300 is engaged with theengine 100 through the automaticmanual transmission system 600, the automatic-switchingclutch 500, and thestarter generator motor 200. - When the control signal is interpreted to indicate to shift gear, the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 controls thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300 to reach a predetermined rotation speed, and drive theengine 100 to reach the predetermined rotation speed, so as to perform the gear-shifting. - The above hybrid
vehicle control device 710 determines an optimal power according to the rotation speed and torque of theengine 100, and sends a control signal. Thus, one mode is selected from among a pure electric power mode, a pure engine power mode, a series hybrid power mode, an assistant hybrid power mode, and a parallel hybrid power mode. - For example, when the vehicle runs at a low speed in a street, the pure electric power mode can be selected. When the
engine 100 operates in the range of the operation efficiency curve where the minimum fuel is consumed and the pollution is in a low level, the series hybrid power mode is selected. When the voltage of thebattery 400 is insufficient, the pure engine power mode is selected. When a large horse power or a large torque drive is needed, the assistant hybrid power mode is selected. However, since thebattery 400 has a limited capacity and cannot last for long, the startedgenerator motor 200 is needed to generate power to thebattery 400. Thetraction motor 300 and theengine 100 are used to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as the parallel hybrid power mode. In this way, a longer endurance and a larger horse power and torque are provided as compared with the conventional vehicles. - Referring to
FIG. 1 , when the pure electric power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotationspeed control device 510 for disengaging the automatic-switchingclutch 500 and stopping the operation of theengine 100, and only thetraction motor 300 is used to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as a pure electric vehicle (PEV). - When the series hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 for disengaging the automatic-switchingclutch 500, such that theengine 100 drives thestarter generator 200 to generate power and supplies power to thebattery 400, and thebattery 400 supplies power to thetraction motor 300, such that thetraction motor 300 is used to drive the vehicle. - When the pure engine power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switchingclutch 500 and stopping the operation of thetraction motor 300, and only theengine 100 is used to drive the vehicle. - When the assistant hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switchingclutch 500, and theengine 100, thestarter generator motor 200, and thetraction motor 300 are used together to drive the vehicle, which is referred to as a power assistant hybrid electric vehicle (PAHEV). - When the parallel hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation
speed control device 510 for engaging the automatic-switchingclutch 500, and thestarter generator motor 200 is made to supply power to thebattery 400, thus theengine 100 and thetraction motor 300 are used to drive the vehicle. - Five different powers can be derived from the present invention, and thus it is referred to as a full type HEV by the inventor of the present invention.
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FIG. 10 shows the control process of the power control unit assembly, which comprises the following steps. - When the vehicle is started, the step S110 is conducted to initiate the hybrid
vehicle control device 710, and set the communication between the hybridvehicle control device 710 and theengine control device 110, the starter generatormotor control device 210, the tractionmotor control device 310, the torque/rotationspeed control device 510, and thebattery control device 410. The hybridvehicle control device 710 is also referred to as a master control device, hereinafter, theengine control device 110, the starter generatormotor control device 210, the tractionmotor control device 310, the torque/rotationspeed control device 510, and thebattery control device 410 are all referred to as sub control devices. - In the step S120, it is determined whether the hybrid
vehicle control device 710 and the sub control devices are normal or not. If no, the control process is interrupted. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S130. - In the step S130, the hybrid
vehicle control device 710 executes an algorithm and transfer the control signal to the sub control devices. - In step S140, the hybrid
vehicle control device 710 receives information from the sub control devices. - In the step S150, the hybrid
vehicle control device 710 executes a safety confirmation. - In the step S160, it is determined whether the hybrid
vehicle control device 710 and the sub control devices have the vehicle safety problems or not. If yes, the control process is interrupted. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S170. - In the step S170, it is determined whether the hybrid vehicle control device and the sub control devices have the vehicle safety problems or not. If yes, a warning message is sent out. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S180.
- In step S180, it is determined whether the vehicle stops running or not. If yes, the control process is terminated. Otherwise, the process returns to the step S130 of making the master control device to execute an algorithm and transferring the control signal to the sub control devices.
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FIG. 11 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using an electromagnet actuated electromagnetic disc clutch and the gear-shifting. - In
step 210, the torque/rotationspeed control device 510 determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal. If no, the gear-shifting process is terminated. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S220. - In the step S220, a torque of the vehicle is stopped outputting, then the automatic-switching
clutch 500 is disengaged, and next the gear-shiftingassembly mechanism 633 is in a neutral position. - In the step S230, the change gear sets of the transmission
main shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 are switched to a predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 achieve a desired gear ratio. - In the step S240, it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission
main shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 achieve the predetermined arrangement or not. If no, return to the previous step S230 of switching the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 to the predetermined arrangement. If yes, proceed to the next step S250. - In step S250, the
starter generator motor 200 regulates the rotation speed of theengine 100, so as to reach a desired rotation speed. - In step S260, the automatic-switching
clutch 500 is engaged and the output of a torque of the vehicle is recovered. -
FIG. 12 is a schematic view of a control process for engaging and disengaging an engine and a traction motor by using a centrifugal clutch and the gear-shifting. - In the
step 310, the torque/rotationspeed control device 510 determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal. If no, the gear-shifting process is terminated. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S320. - In the step S320, a torque of the vehicle is stopped outputting and then the gear-shifting
assembly mechanism 633 is switched to a neutral position. - In the step S330, it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission
main shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 are switched to a neutral position or not. If no, return to the previous step S330 of stopping outputting a torque of the vehicle, and switching the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 to the neutral position. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S340. - In step S340, the
starter generator motor 200 regulates the rotation speed of theengine 100, and regulate the rotation speed of thetraction motor 300, so as to achieve a desired rotation speed. - In the step S350, it is determined whether the rotation speed of the
starter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300 reaches the desired rotation speed. If no, return to the previous step S340 of making thestarter generator motor 200 to regulate the rotation speed of theengine 100, and regulating the rotation speed of thetraction motor 300, so as to achieve the desired rotation speed. Otherwise, proceed to the next step S360. - In the step S360, the change gear sets of the transmission
main shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 are switched to a predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 achieve a desired gear ratio. - In the step S370, it is determined whether the change gear sets of the transmission
main shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 achieve the predetermined arrangement or not. If no, return to the previous step S360 of switching the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 to the predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear sets of the transmissionmain shaft 650 and thesynchronizer 630 achieve the desired gear ratio. If yes, the output of a torque of the vehicle is recovered (the step S380). - According to the different operation states of the hybrid vehicle, i.e., different running states of the vehicle, the automatic
manual transmission system 600 can switch to different gear positions to operate. When a gear-shifting is needed, the hybridvehicle control device 710 makes the gear-shiftingelectromagnetic disc 632 to actuate a transmission fork set 631. Then, after the gear-shiftingelectromagnetic disc 632 actuates the transmission fork set 631, the hybridvehicle control device 710 makes thesynchronizer 630 being in a neutral position. - The torque/rotation
speed control device 510 sends a signal to both the starter generatormotor control device 210 and the tractionmotor control device 310, so as to control the rotation speed of thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300 accurately. When the automaticmanual transmission system 600 is at the most appropriate rotation speed, the torque/rotationspeed control device 510 makes the gear-shiftingelectromagnetic disc 632 to actuate the transmission fork set 631, such that thesynchronizer 630 enters a desired gear position. - In this embodiment, the hybrid vehicle control device (master control device) 710 determines an optimal power according to the rotation speed and torque of the
engine 100, and outputs a control signal. - According to the features of the present invention, by accurately controlling the rotation speed of the
starter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300, i.e., the dual-motor controlling, the automaticmanual transmission system 600 changes speed more smoothly, thus improving the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system. Since the rotation speed of thestarter generator motor 200 and thetraction motor 300 can be accurately controlled instantly, the transmission system performs the gear-shifting at the most appropriate rotation speed, so as to reduce the abrasion of the gear-shifting device. - According to the features of the present invention, according to the running state of the vehicle, for example, the optimal power is determined according to the rotation speed and torque of the
engine 100, and the engine and the traction motor are engaged or disengaged through the automatic-switching clutch. The engine operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the engine, and the traction motor operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the traction motor, so as to optimize the application efficiency of the power. - Since the motor and the control technique become mature, the hybrid power system of the present invention can be used in the development of vehicles having the advantages of power saving, low pollution, enhanced output, and better manipulation.
- The first embodiment takes the hybrid vehicle as an example. However, it can be known from the spirit of the present invention that the hybrid power system can be applied to different transportation tools and objects using power.
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FIG. 13 is a schematic block diagram of a hybrid power system of a preferred embodiment of the present invention and an object requiring power. - The blocks enclosed by the dash line is the hybrid power system. In view of different objects requiring power, it is only needed to replace the tire set by the object using power. The same numerals are used to indicate the same elements appearing in different arrangement examples, so the details will be omitted.
- According to the features of the present invention, the dual-motor control is used to make the automatic manual transmission system to change speed more smoothly, so as to improve the power transmission efficiency of the automatic manual transmission system.
- According to the features of the present invention, since the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor can be accurately controlled instantly, the transmission system performs the gear-shifting at the most appropriate rotation speed, so as to reduce the abrasion of the gear-shifting device.
- According to the features of the present invention, according to the operation state of the hybrid power system, for example, the optimal power is determined according to the rotation speed and torque of the engine, and the engine and the traction motor are engaged or disengaged through the automatic-switching clutch. The engine operates in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the engine, and the traction motor operates only in the highest efficiency range of the operation efficiency curve of the traction motor, so as to optimize the application efficiency of the power.
- According to the features of the present invention, when the automatic manual transmission system having multiple gear positions is used, the automatic manual transmission system changes between different gear positions to operate according to the changes of the operating state of the hybrid power system.
- Though the present invention has been disclosed above by the preferred embodiments, they are not intended to limit the present invention. Anybody skilled in the art can make some modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protecting range of the present invention falls in the appended claims and their equivalents.
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1. A hybrid power system, comprising:
an engine, serving as a first power;
a starter generator motor, coupled with the engine, and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power;
a traction motor, serving as a second power;
an automatic manual transmission system, coupled with the traction motor, and performing speed changing by controlling a rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor;
a battery, electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor;
an automatic-switching clutch, coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make the starter generator and the automatic manual transmission system be engaged or disengaged so as to switch a power type; and
a power-type-controlling unit, controlling the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor according to an operation state of the hybrid power system.
2. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the automatic manual transmission system further comprises a gear-shifting assembly mechanism, which comprises an electromagnet-controlled gear-shifting electromagnetic disc or a gear-shifting cam.
3. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch.
4. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the power-type-controlling unit comprises:
a master control device, sending a control signal according to the operation state of the hybrid power system; and
a torque/rotation speed control device, connected with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, the master control device through a control circuit for receiving and interpreting the control signal of the master control device, wherein
when the control signal is interpreted to indicate to switch the power type, the torque/rotation speed control device controls the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system, such that the traction motor is engaged with the engine through the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, and the starter generator motor,
when the control signal is interpreted to indicate to shift gear, the torque/rotation speed control device controls the starter generator motor and the traction motor to reach a predetermined rotation speed, and drive the engine to reach the predetermined rotation speed, so as to perform gear-shifting.
5. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the power-type-controlling unit further comprises a battery control device for controlling the battery to supply or store a power, so as to adjust the power supplied by the battery to the starter generator motor and the traction motor, and adjust the power stored from the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
6. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is an electromagnet-controlled disc clutch or a centrifugal clutch.
7. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a connection device, wherein the automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor through the connection device.
8. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the connection device comprises a gear set.
9. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the connection device comprises a sprocket and a chain set.
10. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the connection device comprises a belt and a pulley set.
11. A hybrid vehicle using at least two energies, comprising:
an engine, serving as a first power;
a starter generator motor, coupled with the engine, and synchronously rotates with the engine for starting the engine and serving as an assistant power;
a traction motor, serving as a second power;
an automatic manual transmission system, coupled with the traction motor, and performing speed changing by controlling a rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor;
a battery, electrically coupled with the starter generator motor and the traction motor;
an automatic-switching clutch, coupled between the starter generator motor and the automatic manual transmission system to make the starter generator motor and the automatic transmission system be engaged or disengaged so as to switch a power type; and
a tire set and a transmission shaft, wherein the tire set is coupled with the automatic manual transmission system through the transmission shaft; and
a control unit assembly, controlling the automatic-switching clutch to engage or disengage the engine and the traction motor according to a running state of the vehicle.
12. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the control unit assembly comprises:
a hybrid vehicle control device, sending a control signal according to the running state of the vehicle;
an engine control device, coupled with the engine and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling an operation of the engine;
a starter generator motor control device, coupled with the starter generator motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling an operation of the starter generator motor;
a traction motor control device, coupled with the traction motor and the hybrid vehicle control device for controlling an operation of the traction motor;
a torque/rotation speed control device, coupled with the automatic manual transmission system, the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor control device, the traction motor control device, and the hybrid vehicle control device through a control circuit for receiving and interpreting the control signal of the hybrid vehicle control device, controlling an engaging or disengaging of the automatic-switching clutch, and controlling the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor through the starter generator motor control device and the traction motor control device; and
a battery control device, coupled with the battery and the hybrid vehicle control device for receiving and interpreting the control signal and controlling the battery to supply or store a power according to the control signal, so as to adjust the power supplied by the battery to the starter generator motor and the traction motor, and adjust the power stored from the starter generator motor and the traction motor.
13. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the hybrid vehicle control device determines an optimal power type according to a rotation speed and a torque of the engine, and outputs the control signal, so as to select one mode from among a pure electric power mode, a pure engine power mode, a series hybrid power mode, an assistant hybrid power mode, and a parallel hybrid power mode,
when the pure electric power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the engine, and only the traction motor is used to drive the vehicle;
when the series hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for disengaging the automatic-switching clutch, such that the engine drives the starter generator motor to generate a power and supplies the power to the battery, and the battery supplies the power to the traction motor, such that the traction motor drives the vehicle;
when the pure engine power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch and stopping the operation of the traction motor, and only the engine is used to drive the vehicle;
when the assistant hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, and the engine, the starter generator motor, and the traction motor are used together to drive the vehicle; and
when the parallel hybrid power mode is selected, the control signal is transferred to the torque/rotation speed control device for engaging the automatic-switching clutch, the starter generator motor supplies a power to the battery, and the engine and the traction motor are used to drive the vehicle.
14. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 12 , wherein a control process of the power-type-controlling unit includes:
when the vehicle is started, initiating the hybrid vehicle control device, and setting a communication between the hybrid vehicle control device and the engine control device, the starter generator motor control device, the traction motor control device, the torque/rotation speed control device, and the battery control device;
determining whether the devices are normal, if no, interrupting the control process; otherwise, proceeding to a next step;
making the hybrid vehicle control device to execute an algorithm and transferring the control signal to the devices;
making the hybrid vehicle control device to receive information from the devices;
making the hybrid vehicle control device to execute a safety confirmation, if it is determined that the devices have vehicle safety problems, interrupting the control process; and if it is determined that the devices do not have vehicle safety problems, sending a warning message; and
determining whether the vehicle stops running, if yes, terminating the control process; otherwise, returning to the step of making the hybrid vehicle control device to execute the algorithm and transferring the control signal.
15. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the automatic manual transmission system comprises a gear-shifting assembly mechanism and a change gear set.
16. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 15 , wherein the gear-shifting assembly mechanism comprises an electromagnet-actuated gear-shifting electromagnetic disc or a gear-shifting cam.
17. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the automatic manual transmission system comprises a gear-shifting assembly mechanism and a change gear set.
18. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is an electromagnet-actuated electromagnetic disc clutch.
19. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is a centrifugal clutch.
20. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is an electromagnet-actuated electromagnetic disc clutch.
21. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 17 , wherein the automatic-switching clutch is a centrifugal clutch.
22. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 20 , wherein the torque/rotation speed control device determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal, wherein if no, terminate the gear-shifting process; otherwise, proceed to a next step;
stopping outputting a torque of the vehicle, and disengaging the automatic-switching clutch;
shifting the change gear set to a predetermined arrangement, such that the change gear set reaches a desired gear ratio;
determining whether the change gear set reaches the predetermined arrangement or not, if no, returning to the previous step of shifting the change gear set to the predetermined arrangement; and if yes, proceeding to a next step;
making the starter generator motor to regulate a rotation speed of the engine, so as to reach a desired rotation speed; and
making the automatic-switching clutch to engage and recover outputting the torque of the vehicle.
23. The hybrid vehicle as claimed in claim 21 , wherein the torque/rotation speed control device determines whether or not to perform a gear-shifting process according to the control signal, wherein if no, terminate the gear-shifting process; and otherwise, proceed to a next step;
stopping outputting a torque of the vehicle and shifting the gear-shifting assembly mechanism to a neutral position;
determining whether the change gear set is shifted to the neutral position, if no, returning to the previous step of stopping outputting the torque of the vehicle and shifting the gear-shifting assembly mechanism to the neutral position; otherwise, proceeding to a next step;
making the starter generator motor to regulate a rotation speed of the engine, and regulating the rotation speed of the traction motor, so as to reach a desired rotation speed;
determining whether the rotation speed of the starter generator motor and the traction motor reach the desired rotation speed or not, if no, returning to the previous step of making the starter generator motor to regulate the rotation speed of the engine and regulating the rotation speed of the traction motor, so as to reach the desired rotation speed; otherwise, proceeding to a next step;
shifting the change gear set to a predetermined arrangement, so as to reach a desired gear ratio; and
determining whether the change gear set achieves the predetermined arrangement, if no, returning to the previous step of shifting the change gear set to the predetermined arrangement, so as to reach the desired gear ratio; otherwise, recovering outputting the torque of the vehicle.
24. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 11 , further comprising a connection device, wherein the automatic manual transmission system is coupled with the traction motor through the connection device.
25. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 24 , wherein the connection device comprises a gear set.
26. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 24 , wherein the connection device comprises a sprocket and a chain set.
27. The hybrid power system as claimed in claim 24 , wherein the connection device comprises a belt and a pulley set.
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