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Method and system for motor thermal protection

US9160213B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 6, 2012
Grant dateOct 13, 2015
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Expiry dateNov 7, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02T90/16
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Various methods and systems are provided for regulating traction motor temperature via control of a traction motor blower. In one embodiment, a method comprises adjusting a speed of a traction motor blower based on ambient temperature, traction motor loss, and one or more traction motor temperatures.

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