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Sequenced pulse width modulation method and apparatus for controlling and powering a plurality of direct current motors

US6812656B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 2002
Grant dateNov 2, 2004
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Expiry dateApr 29, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T30/00
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A control system for individually controlling power from a single voltage source to a plurality of motors is described. A chopper circuit, in conjunction with the control system, generates drive-pulses, which operates the IGBT switching devices to sequentially provide pulses to each motor.

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