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Dec 2009 |
The Use of Real-Time Simulation Technologies: Applications to electric Drive, Power Electronic and Grid Systems Authors : Christian Dufour Published at : Abstract : Considerations About Real-Time Simulation. Real-Time Simulators and Model-Based Design. Hardware Components of a Real Time Simulator. Solver Components of a Real Time Simulator. Test Automation and Sequencer. Using... |
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Nov 2009 |
Permeance Network Based Real-Time Induction Machine Model Authors : Babak Asghari, Venkata Dinavahi Published at : Abstract : In this paper a real-time permeance network based distributed model for induction machines is proposed which can accommodate the local phenomena such as slotting and space harmonics inside a machine. A linear permeance... |
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Nov 2009 |
Real Time Simulation of an LC Output Filter Grid-Connected Gas Turbine under Voltage Sag Operation Authors : Fouad Salha, Frederic Colas, Xavier Guillaud Published at : Real Time 2009 - 2nd Annual Opal-RT International User Conference_en Abstract : The aim of this work is to analyze the dynamic behavior of a distributed generator based on gas micro turbine GMT using a grid-connected inverter with an output LC filter. In this paper, we focus, on what happen in case... |
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Oct 2009 |
Monte-Carlo Study on a Large-Scale Power System Model in Real-Time using eMEGAsim Authors : Claudio Pirolli, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Laurence A. Snider, Wei Li Published at : ECCE 2009 - IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition_en Abstract : This paper describes a versatile, multi-domain, large power grid real-time digital simulator. Its ability to conduct multiple tests for protection coordination studies is described. A large grid model built using the... |
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Sep 2009 |
Latest Achievements in Real-Time Simulation of HVDC Systems and VSC-based FACTS using eMEGAsim Authors : Jean-Nicolas Paquin Published at : Real Time 2009 - 2nd Annual Opal-RT International User Conference_en Abstract : This presentation will cover recent breakthroughs in the Real-Time Simulation of very large power grids using eMEGAsim. Specific topics to be covered will include: What is FACTS? What is HVDC? How to Simulate FACTS and... |
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Jul 2009 |
A 3-Level Neutral-Clamped Inverter Model with Natural Switching Mode Support for the Real-Time Simulation of Variable Speed Drives Authors : Cédric Bordas, Christian Dufour, Olivier Rudloff Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a simulation model of a 3-level Neutral-Point Clamped IGBT inverter bridge suitable for real-time simulation testing of Variable Speed drives. The model is based on the switching-function approach,... |
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Jul 2009 |
The complete Applications Booklet - Product Information & Simulation Applications Authors : Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Wei Li Published at : Abstract : eMEGAsim and eDRIVEsim Product Information & Simulation Application Examples |
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Jun 2009 |
A Real-Time Regulator, Turbine and Alternator Test Bench for Ensuring Generators Under Test Contribute to Whole System Stability Authors : Jean Bélanger, Marc Langevin, Marc Soullière Published at : IFAC Symposium on Power Plants and Power Systems Control_en Abstract : A new Test Bench for speed governors has been developed and successfully tested in a simulation laboratory and in a Hydro-Québec hydroelectric powerhouse. Equipped with a Real-Time Simulator, the RT-LAB BERTA Test Bench... |
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May 2009 |
Real-Time Simulation of HVDC Systems with eMEGAsim Authors : Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Wei Li Published at : Abstract : This document provides users with benchmark models to evaluate the OPAL-RT Technologies system configuration needed to develop research models for the following three HVDC transmission systems: • Bipolar HVDC model, •... |
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Apr 2009 |
A Modern and Open Real-Time Digital Simulator of All-Electric Ships with a Multi- Platform Co-Simulation Approach Authors : Cristina Olariu, Hugo Kohmann, Irene Peres, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Loic Schoen, Wei Li Published at : Abstract : Designing an All-Electric Ship (AES) requires testing of the interaction between hundreds of interconnected power electronic subsystems built by different manufacturers. Such integration tests require large analog test... |
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Jan 2009 |
REAL-TIME PLATFORM FOR THE CONTROL PROTOTYPING AND SIMULATION OF POWER ELECTRONICS AND MOTOR DRIVES Authors : Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : The paper presents state-of-the-art technologies and platform for real-time simulation and control of motor drives, power converters and power systems. Through its support for Model-Based Design method with Simulink®,... |
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Oct 2008 |
Laboratory set-up for Real-Time study of Electric Drives with Integrated Interfaces for Test and Measurement Authors : Fong Mak, Ram Sundaram, Sunil Tandle, Varun Santhaseelan Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time instrumentation setup for laboratory experiments in the course on electric drives that is adapted to incorporate the integrated response and analysis interfaces developed in the course on... |
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Oct 2008 |
A Hardware-In-the-Loop Simulation Platform for Prototyping and Testing of Wind Generator Controllers Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin Published at : Abstract : To meet the growing demand for integration of renewable energy sources onto today’s power grids, many engineers from different specialized fields must be involved since various types of studies need to be conducted. The... |
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Oct 2008 |
Very-high Speed Control of an FPGA-based Finite-Element-Analysis Permanent Magnet Synchronous Virtual Motor Drive System Authors : Christian Dufour, Handy Blanchette, Jean Bélanger Published at : Abstract : Presented in this paper are the results of tests involving high-speed closed-loop control of a virtual permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drive implemented on a field-programmable gate array (FPGA) card, connected... |
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Sep 2008 |
Closed-Loop Control of Virtual FPGA-Coded Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drives Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : Presented in this paper are the results of closed-loop control experiments using a virtual permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drive implemented on a fieldprogrammable gate array (FPGA) card connected to an... |
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Sep 2008 |
A Multi-Core PC-based Simulator for the Hardware-In-the-Loop Testing of Modern Train and Ship Traction Systems Authors : Christian Dufour, Guillaume Dumur, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin Published at : Abstract : Today, the development and integration of train and ship controllers is a more difficult task than ever. Emergence of high-power switching devices has enabled the development of new solutions with improved... |
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Jun 2008 |
Real-Time Simulation of VSC-based HVDC Systems using Rectification Capable Switching Function-Based 3-Level Inverter Models Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a simulation model of a 3-level Neutral-Point Clamped IGBT inverter bridge suitable for real-time simulation testing. The model is switching-function based but also works in rectifying mode. Because... |
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Jun 2008 |
Real-time Simulation and Optimization of Multi-scale Shipboard Power Systems Authors : Gayathri Seenumani, Jing Sun, Yanhui Xie Published at : 2009 Motor, Drive, & Automation Systems Conference_en Abstract : Next generation all-electric warships are featured with Integrated Power Systems (IPS) which, together with an associated Zonal Electric Distribution System (ZEDS), enable the integration of heterogeneous power sources,... |
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Dec 2007 |
eMEGAsim: An Open High-Performance Distributed Real-Time Power Grid Simulator Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Loic Schoen, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the architecture and specifications of advanced real-time simulators capable of accurately simulating electrical power grids and power electronic systems of any size. The OPAL-RT eMEGAsim simulator... |
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Oct 2007 |
Real-Time and Off-Line Simulation of a Detailed Wind Farm Model Connected to a Multi-Bus Network Authors : Guillaume Dumur, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Julien Moyen, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the detailed modeling and simulation of a wind farm composed of eight doubly-fed induction generators (DFIG) connected to a 24-bus electrical network. Once built, the model was brought to real-time... |
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Oct 2007 |
Modern Hardware-In-the-Loop Simulation Technology for Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric Vehicles Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida, Tetsuhiro Ishikawa Published at : Abstract : This paper presents technologies designed for Hardware-In-the-Loop testing of modern motor drive systems commonly found in electric vehicles. Deliverable with the RT-LAB simulator comes various motor drive models with... |
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Oct 2007 |
A PC-Cluster Based Real-Time Simulator for All-Electric Ship Integrated Power Systems Analysis and Optimization Authors : Gayathri Seenumani, Jing Sun, Yanhui Xie, Yifei Liu, Zhen Li Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the development of a PC-cluster based real-time simulator for All Electric Ship (AES) Integrated Power System (IPS) analysis and optimization. The system is established at the University of Michigan... |
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Jun 2007 |
FPGA-Based Real-Time Simulation of Finite-Element Analysis Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machine Drives Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time simulator of a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drive based on a finite-element analysis (FEA) method and implemented on an FPGA card for HIL testing of motor drive controllers.... |
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Jun 2007 |
PC-Cluster-Based Real-Time Simulation of an 8-synchronous machine network with HVDC link using RT-LAB and TestDrive Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Loic Schoen, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : In this paper, we detail the real-time simulation results of a medium-sized network composed of 8 synchronous machines and an HVDC link. The model is composed of two Kundur-like 4 machines networks connected together... |
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May 2007 |
Tests on a 23-bus network model and multi-machine model: Comparison with EMTP-RV Authors : Guillaume Dumur, Julien Moyen, Mathieu Giroux, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : In this document, several power systems will be built and analyzed both with Artemis and EMTP. Load-Flow computations and transient responses will particularly be studied. Load-Flow computation will be made on a 23 bus... |
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May 2006 |
Hardware-In-the-Loop Simulation of Finite-Element Based Motor Drives with RT-LAB and JMAG Authors : Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida, Takashi Yamada, Tomoyuki Arasawa Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a new development in the field of design process and testing of motor drives, for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) applications. It consists of implementing the Finite Element (FE) Method applied to... |
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May 2006 |
Design and Real-Time Implementation of Robust FACTS Controller for Damping Inter-Area Oscillation Authors : Bikash C. Pal, Christian Dufour, Petr Korba, Rajat Majumder Published at : Abstract : An application of a normalized H-infinity loop-shaping technique for design and simplification of damping controllers in the LMI framework is illustrated in this paper. The solution is sought numerically using LMIs with... |
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May 2006 |
InfiniBand-Based Real-Time Simulation of HVDC, STATCOM and SVC Devices with Custom-Of-The-Shelf PCs and FPGAs Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time simulator for large power network based on Custom-Of-The-Shelf technologies, all embedded in the RT-LAB real-time simulation platform. This platform uses Pentium, Xeon, Opteron-based PCs (... |
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May 2006 |
A Distributed Real-Time Framework for Dynamic Management of Heterogeneous Co-simulations Authors : Jean Bélanger, Jean-Francois Cécile, Loic Schoen, Vincent Lapointe Published at : Abstract : Simulation of complex systems usually requires that heterogeneous models be integrated into a single simulation environment. Because these models are often developed by different teams, or depend on various commercial... |
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Apr 2006 |
A Versatile Cluster-based Real-Time Digital Simulator for Power Engineering Research Authors : Lok-Fu Pak, Omar Faruque, Venkata Dinavahi, Xin Nie Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the development of a unique parallel and distributed real-time digital simulator for power engineering research at the University of Alberta. The simulator is built entirely from commodity-off-the-... |
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Feb 2006 |
FPGA-Based Real-Time Simulation of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Drive for Vehicular Applications Authors : Christian Dufour Published at : Abstract : Nowadays, it is a common engineering practice to test a motor controller against a simulated motor model running in real-time before using the controller in real-life conditions. This has several advantages. For example... |
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Feb 2006 |
Real-Time Simulation of Permanent Magnet Motor Drive on FPGA Chip for High-Bandwidth Controller Tests and Validation Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time simulator of a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drive implemented on an FPGA card. Real-time simulation of PMSM drives enables rapid deployment and thorough testing of efficient... |
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Dec 2005 |
Hardware-In-the-Loop Simulation of Power Drives with RT-LAB Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the RT-LAB Electrical Drive Simulator technology along with practical applications. The RT-LAB simulation software enables the parallel simulation of power drives and electric circuits on clusters of... |
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Dec 2005 |
RT-LAB Real Time Simulation of Electric Drives and Systems Authors : Christian Dufour, Girish Nanjundaiah, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the RT-LAB Electrical Drive Simulator technology along with practical applications. The RT-LAB simulation software enables the parallel simulation of an electrical circuit on clusters of PC running... |
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Nov 2005 |
Real-Time Simulation of PEM-Based Fuel-Cell Hybrid Electric Vehicles Authors : Christian Dufour, Tuhin K. Das Published at : Abstract : This paper presents results on real-time simulation of a PEM-based fuel-cell hybrid electric vehicle. The hybrid electric vehicle is composed of a battery, a fuel cell, a DC-DC converter and a choice of PMSM or induction... |
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Nov 2005 |
Real-Time Digital Simulation and Control Laboratory for Distributed Power Electronic Generation and Distribution Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : Complex power generation and distribution systems are needed on board spacecrafts, all electric warships, hybrid electric vehicles, distributed energy systems and other applications requiring compact, flexible autonomous... |
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Sep 2005 |
Real-Time Simulation of Matrix Converter Drives Authors : Christian Dufour, Lixiang Wei, Thomas A. Lipo Published at : Abstract : This paper describes a real time simulator of matrix converter system. The simulated plant is a classical matrix converter with source, input filter and load. The simulator is based on the RT-LAB real time simulation... |
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Aug 2005 |
Electronic Platforms and On-Board Systems on Smart Vehicles: Dealing with Information in "Real-Time" Authors : Jean Bélanger Published at : Abstract : This presentation describes Opal-RT's next generation hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) tools to be used for the next generation vehicles. An in depth look at the challenges and solutions of developing testing strategies... |
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Aug 2005 |
Real-time Simulation of Onboard Generation and Distribution Power Systems Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the RT-LAB Electrical Drive Simulator technology along with practical applications. The RT-LAB simulation software enables the parallel simulation of an electrical circuit on clusters of PC running... |
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CarSim-RT-LAB Hardware-in-the-Loop Demonstration Authors : Published at : Abstract : This video is a demonstration on how RT-LAB and Mechanical Simulation Corporation's CarSim can be used to simulate a vehicle with a brake system that has hardware-in-the-loop to run in real-time. |
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CarSim-RT-LAB Hardware-in-the-Loop Demonstration Authors : Steve Hann Published at : Abstract : This video is a demonstration on how RT-LAB and Mechanical Simulation Corporation's CarSim can be used to simulate a vehicle with a brake system that has hardware-in-the-loop to run in real-time. |
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Jun 2005 |
Hardware-in-the-Loop Design Optimization with CarSim-RT and iSight Authors : Damon Becker, Paul Goossens Published at : Abstract : Using CarSim-RT with iSight, engineers were able to demonstrate the optimization of a braking system with an ABS ECU connected to the design model. In this example, demonstrated at the iSight User Conference in Detroit,... |
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May 2005 |
Real-time Simulation of a 48-Pulse GTO STATCOM Compensated Power System on a Dual-Xeon PC using RT-LAB Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger Published at : Abstract : This paper reports on the real-time simulation of a 48-pulse GTO STATCOM static compensator with RT-LAB Electrical System Simulator using Linux PC-based, multi-processor technology. The power system has 3 buses and 3... |
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Apr 2005 |
Real-Time and Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation of Electric Drives and Power Electronics: Process, Problems and Solutions Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper discusses Real-Time and Hardware-In-The Loop simulation used for the design and testing of electric drives and power electronic systems. A thorough overview of the design process involving the approach of real... |
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Mar 2005 |
Advances in Real-Time Simulation of Fuel Cell Hybrid Electric Vehicles Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Kousuke Uemura, Tetsuhiro Ishikawa Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the RT-LAB real-time simulator implementation of the Hardware-In-the-Loop simulation of a fuel cell hybrid electric vehicle system with several 10 kHz converters. The paper demonstrates the necessity... |
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Feb 2005 |
Real-Time Simulation of a Complete PMSM Drive a 10 µs Time-Step Authors : Christian Dufour, Hisanori Yamasaki, Jean Bélanger, Masaya Harakawa, Simon Abourida, Tetsuaki Nagano Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a description and results of the fastest-ever-reported, PC-based real-time (RT) simulator of an AC drive. The RT simulator is used to simulate a complete PMSM drive circuit in a Hardware-In-The-Loop (... |
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Sep 2004 |
Real-Time Simulation of Doubly Fed Induction Generator for Wind Turbine Applications Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger Published at : Abstract : This paper describes a real-time simulator of wind turbine generator system suitable for controller design and tests. The simulated generator is a grid-connected doubly fed induction machine with back-to-back PWM voltage... |
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Mar 2004 |
Real-Time Simulation Technologies for the Simulation of Electric Drives and Large Systems Authors : Jean Bélanger Published at : Abstract : This presentation presents the challenges of simulating electric drives and Opal-RT's vision for the next decade, it shows the real-time simulators' evolution, requirements and technology trends. Then,... |
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Mar 2004 |
Shrinking the V Real-Time Testing for Real-Time Systems Authors : David Rausen, Wensi Jin Published at : Abstract : HIL systems have evolved rapidly in recent years, the result is an increased use of HIL in automotive engineering. However, HIL is not used to its fullest potential because of a lack in high fidelity plant models, tools... |
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Mar 2004 |
Vehicle Modeling and Simulation Authors : Scott Broom Published at : Abstract : RAPTOR provides a virtual engine, vehicle, and test environment. MATLAB®/SIMULINK® is then used to develop the control algorithms for the virtual engine and vehicle. Once the controls prototyping is accomplished, Opal RT... |
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Dec 2003 |
A PC-Cluster Based Fully Digital Real-Time Simulation of a Field Oriented Speed Controller for an Induction Motor Authors : A.M. Trzynadlowski, J.S. Thongam, Mathieu Dube-Dallaire, Mohand Ouhrouche, R. Beguenane Published at : Abstract : In this paper, the authors present a fully digital real-time simulation of a high performance indirect field-oriented controller for an induction motor using RT-LAB running on a simple off-the-shell PC. This real-time... |
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Oct 2003 |
Accelerating Model Development for Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing Using Physical Models Authors : Benoit Honel, Wensi Jin, William E. Debs Published at : Abstract : This presentation is a review of General Motors Powertrain’s experience with Opal-RT and IMAGINE Software. |
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Sep 2003 |
Real-Time Simulation of Switched Reluctance Motor Drives Authors : Mark Ehsani, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This presentation includes an introduction on why real-time simulation of motor drive should be used. It then shows, the configuration of the SRM inverter, the basic equations of the drive, the inductance based model of... |
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Sep 2003 |
Real-time Simulation of Hybrid Electric Vehicle Traction Drives Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time electric vehicle traction drive simulator along with two applications. The first application is a double IGBT bridge inverter connected to an induction motor through an inter phase... |
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Aug 2003 |
An Automated Design Synthesis System Involving Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation Authors : Steve Hann, Wensi Jin Published at : Abstract : This presentation explains a hardware in-the-loop (HIL) experiment: the automated design synthesis with a development ECU. It also gives details about the underlying technologies used: RT-LAB (Opal-RT) as the HIL... |
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Jul 2003 |
Preliminary Model Matching of the Embraer 170 Jet Authors : Marco Papini, Sergio Cavalcanti Published at : Abstract : The development of the EMBRAER 170 Jet has benefited from an expanded modeling and simulation capability at EMBRAER. The aerodynamics model and its accuracy became an important part of the design development phase. This... |
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May 2003 |
Robust and Adaptive Tracking Control of Surface Vessel for Synchronization with an ROV: Pratical Implementation on Cybership II Authors : Dag Abel Sveen Published at : Abstract : During the semester of thesis work, many experiments with the offshore vessel model Cybership II, have been successfully completed at the Marine Cybernetics Laboratory (MCLab), at Tyholt,Trondheim. This includes... |
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Mar 2003 |
Control of a Multilevel Converter Using Resultant Theory Authors : John Chiasson, Keith J. McKensie, Leon Tolbert, Zhong Du Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the method given to compute the switching angles in a multi-level converter to produce the required fundamental voltage while at the same time cancel specified higher order harmonics. |
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Mar 2003 |
RT-LAB in Action: Ecole Polytechnique, Montreal - 8-Degrees-of-Freedom Robot Arm Control Development Platform Authors : Alexis Guigue, Paul Goossens, Vladimir Polotski Published at : Abstract : This presentation displays how RT-LAB was used at Ecole Polytechnique in Montreal to help test and build their 8-degree-of-freedom robot arm. The RT-LAB Engineering Simulator was chosen as the real-time platform because... |
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Dec 2002 |
Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation Chassis System Applications Authors : Wei-Yi Loh Published at : Abstract : This presentation illustrates how rapid engineering development with the hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) approach reduces product development costs by reducing product development time, minimizing the number of prototypes and... |
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Dec 2002 |
Real-time Simulation of Electrical Vehicle Motor Drives on a PC Cluster Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time motor drive simulator capable to accurately simulate a double IGBT bridge inverter connected to an induction motor through an inter phase transformer. The simulator also includes a DC link... |
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Dec 2002 |
Real-Time Simulation of Hybrid Electric Vehicle Traction Drives Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time electric vehicle traction drive simulator along with two publications. The first application is a double IGBT bridge inverter connected to an induction motor through an inter phase... |
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Dec 2002 |
Real-time Simulation of Induction Motor IGBT Drive on a PC-Cluster Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a real-time motor drive simulator capable to accurately simulate a double IGBT bridge inverter connected to an induction motor through an inter phase transformer. The simulator also includes a DC link... |
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Dec 2002 |
Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation of Physically Based Automotive Models with Dymola Authors : Martin Otter Published at : Abstract : This report discusses how Dymola solves certain difficult problems for hardware-in-the-loop simulation (HIL) of automotive systems. Two types of benchmark models have been chosen to demonstrate the capabilities of Dymola... |
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Oct 2002 |
Distributed Dynamics of Systems with Closed Kinematic Chains Authors : Waseem A. Khan Published at : Abstract : This thesis shows how RT-LAB was used to distribute the model execution on four PCs while meeting strict deterministic performance and synchronization requirements for this specific application. |
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Sep 2002 |
Towards Docking Emulation Using Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation with Parallel Platforms Authors : Christian Lange, Eric Martin, Jean-Claude Piedboeuf, Josef Kovecses Published at : Abstract : In this paper, a research project of the Canadian Space Agency in the field of satellite servicing is described. In particular, the hardware-in-the-loop simulation of a rendezvous-docking operation of a chaser and target... |
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Jul 2002 |
RT-LAB Based Real-Time Simulation of a Direct Field-Oriented Controller for an Induction Motor Authors : Mohand Ouhrouche, Nicolas Léchevin, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : In this paper, the authors present a real-time PC-based simulation of a direct field-oriented controller (DFOC) for an induction motor using RT-LAB software package. The use of a real-time simulator to achieve Hardware-... |
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Jul 2002 |
Real-Time Computer Control of a Multilevel Converter Using the Mathematical Theory of Resultants Authors : John Chiasson, Keith J. McKensie, Leon Tolbert, Zhong Du Published at : Abstract : This paper explains the mathematical theory of resultants used to compute the switching angles in a multilevel converter so that it produces the required fundamental voltage while at the same time cancels out unwanted... |
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Jul 2002 |
Solutions to Typical Motor Load Emulation Control Problems Authors : Abdellfattah Ba-razzouk, Hassania Baibanou, Pierre Sicard Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a comprehensive formulation of dynamic emulation problems of mechanical loads. The dynamometer and the electrical drive under test can be coupled with flexible or rigid coupling. Control solutions to... |
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Jun 2002 |
Accurate Simulation of a 6-Pulse Inverter with Real-Time Event Compensation in ARTEMIS Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents new simulation software that allows the efficient and accurate fixed-time-step simulation of complex event-based electrical systems. The software, named ARTEMIS (Advanced Real-Time Electro-Mechanical... |
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Mar 2002 |
Real-Time PC-Based Simulator of Electric Systems and Drives Authors : Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This application note covers the following benchmarks: AC-DC 6-Pulse Thyristor Converter, a 6-pulse PWM Inverter and a 6-pulse IGBT STATCOM. |
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Feb 2002 |
Hardware Emulation Strategies for Concurrent Microsatellite Hardware and Software Development Authors : Christopher J. Dmaren, G. James Weels, Robert E. Zee Published at : Abstract : This paper illustrates how the use of the real-time development system RT-Lab™, which combines both software-based emulation and customized hardware interfaces, provides a flexible environment to develop embedded... |
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Feb 2002 |
Real-Time PC-Based Simulator of Electric Systems and Drives Authors : Biao Yu, Christian Dufour, Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a novel computer-based tool for real-time simulation and rapid control prototyping of power electronic systems and drives. The tool consists of innovative algorithmic software (ARTEMIS) for the fixed-... |
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Dec 2001 |
A Library of Simulink Blocks for Real-time Control of HEV Traction Drives Authors : John Chiasson, Leon Tolbert Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the development of advanced control and modeling algorithms for the various types of motor drives considered for hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). The algorithms are given in the high-level language... |
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Dec 2001 |
Robust Flight Control: A Real-Time Simulation Investigation Authors : Dave Harman, Hugh H.T. Liu Published at : Abstract : This paper presents the research work of real-time implementation and simulation for a distributed aircraft model with one robust flight controller. Further, a comparative analysis between online and real-time simulation... |
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Dec 2001 |
Induction Motor Control for HEVs Authors : Keith J. McKensie, Zhong Du Published at : Abstract : This presentation is an example given from Oak Ridge National Laboratory and The University of Tennessee about the three phase inverter for electric drives, voltage and current sensor boards, three phase PWM generator,... |
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Sep 2001 |
Accurate Real-Time Simulation of AC Inverter with Switching Event Compensation in ARTEMIS Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents simulation software that allows the efficient and accurate fixed-time-step simulation of complex switched electrical systems. The software, named ARTEMIS (Advanced Real-Time Electro-Mechanical... |
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Sep 2001 |
Accurate Real-Time Simulation of Static-Var Compensator with Switching Events Compensation using ARTEMIS Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents simulation software that allows the efficient and accurate fixed-time-step simulation of complex event-based electrical systems. The software, named ARTEMIS (Advanced Real-Time Electro-Mechanical... |
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Sep 2001 |
Real-Time Closed-Loop Control of a 6-Pulse Rectifier with Switching-Event Compensation in Artemis Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This short paper presents the results of testing ARTEMIS™ Advanced Real-Time Electro-Mechanical Transient Simulator on the simulation of a 6-pulse thyristor converter. The tests highlight the ARTEMIS Discrete-Time... |
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Sep 2001 |
Accurate Simulation of Thyristor Controlled Reactor with Switching Event Compensation in ARTEMIS Authors : Christian Dufour, Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This paper presents new simulation software that allows the efficient and accurate fixed-time-step simulation of complex switched electrical systems. The software, named ARTEMIS accurately simulates time-segment linear... |
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Sep 2001 |
Modeling and Simulation of Coupled Hydraulic and Multi-Body Subsystems Authors : M. Stüwing, S. Dronka, S. Helduser, S. Liebig Published at : Abstract : This presentation explains the connection between SIMPACK, MATLAB, SIMULINK, RT-LAB and DSH Plus for the modeling and simulation of coupled hydraulic and multi-body subsystems. |
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May 2001 |
ARTEMIS Practical Advantages Authors : Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : This application note explains the practical advantages of ARTEMIS (Advanced Real-Time Electro-Mechanical Transient Simulator) and how it improves the accuracy of the power system block set. |
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May 2001 |
The Artemis Plug-in Improves the Accuracy of the Power System Under PSB/ARTEMIS/RT-LAB Authors : Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This application note reports how the TUSTIN method in PSB and the ART5 method in the ARTEMIS Add-On compare in terms of precision, particularly for long-term simulation. The ARTEMIS Add-On uses the ART5 method and the ‘... |
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Dec 2000 |
Essential Real-Time and Modeling Tools for Robot Rapid Prototyping Authors : Jason Michel Lambert, Mojtaba Ahmadi Published at : Abstract : This paper proposes a set of three requirements in order to have a flexible real-time systems design environment to be used for rapid prototyping. SYMOFROS, a symbolic modeling and simulation software developed by... |
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Dec 2000 |
Integrated Path-Planning Module for Robot Rapid Prototyping in a Real-Time Systems Design Environment Authors : Iraj Mantegh, Jason Michel Lambert, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a methodology in dealing with the path planning of robotic systems and its implementation. It includes a description of the software integration in an offline and real-time system. The resulting... |
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Dec 2000 |
Comparison of Two Alternate Methods for Distributed Forward Dynamic Simulation of a Four-Bar Linkage Authors : Venkat Krovi, Waseem A. Khan Published at : Abstract : In this paper, we examine the modular development of two alternate methods for distributed computation of the forward dynamics simulations of constrained mechanical systems such as four-bar linkages. Both models of the... |
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Nov 2000 |
Real-Time Simulation of Averaged Models of Power Converters Part 2 Authors : Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This application note (Part 2) reports the results of a study conducted to see whether averaged models can be used to study electromagnetic transients, either caused by a large disturbance in the control system, or by... |
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Nov 2000 |
Real-Time Simulation of Averaged Models of Power Converters Part 3 Authors : Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This application note (Part 3) explains the design and optimization of fast PWM energy conversion control systems is time-consuming when the power electronics converters (PEC) are simulated in detail. Variable-step... |
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Nov 2000 |
Effective Real-time Simulations of Event-Based Systems Authors : Alain Rabbath, Jean Bélanger, Moussa Abdoune Published at : Abstract : This paper presents a set of novel tools that allow the efficient simulation, at fixed time steps, of event-based dynamic systems. The so-called RT-EVENTS library is an innovative toolbox that can be used with the... |
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Oct 2000 |
Real-Time Simulation of Averaged Models of Power Converters, Part. 1 Authors : Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This application note (Part 1) explains that in rapid control prototyping of power converter systems, real-time simulation of power-converter and controller models is highly desirable. |
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Sep 2000 |
Simulation of Kundur’s Four-Machine, Two-Area Power System Under PSB/ARTEMIS/RT-LAB Authors : Guillaume Murere, Jean Bélanger, Nicolas Léchevin Published at : Abstract : This application note explains a two areas, four machines power system is considered in this note in order to demonstrate numerical advantages of ARTEMIS’ fixed-step-size integration method versus Tustin method currently... |
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Sep 2000 |
Ford V6 Engine Simulation Acceleration Authors : Wensi Jin Published at : Abstract : In a rapid prototyping environment, internal combustion engine control systems are difficult to model and to simulate, especially within both fast and real-time simulation settings. A solution to the problems of long... |
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Dec 1999 |
A Methodology for the Potential Improvement of Gas-Turbine Engine Digital Control Systems Authors : Alain Rabbath, N. Hori Published at : Abstract : This paper describes technology for high-performance simulation. Challenging applications such as real-time hardware-in-the-loop and mega-simulation are made possible using parallel architectures based on COTS PC... |
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On a Comparative Study of Digital Redesign Methods Authors : Alain Rabbath, N. Hori Published at : Abstract : This paper compares the performances achieved with the conventional digital redesign techniques with those obtained with the modern global digital redesign methods such as the plant input mapping methods and the optimal... |
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Simulink Model Implementation on Multi-Processors Under Windows-NT Authors : Herve Desira, John Ozard Published at : Abstract : This paper describes the application of a partially automated approach for distributing Simulink software across multiple CPUs for more rapid execution. The work described applies directly to the Windows operating... |
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Dec 1999 |
Effective Modeling & Simulation of Internal Combustion Engine Control Systems Authors : Alain Rabbath, Herve Desira, K Butts Published at : Abstract : This paper proposes a novel modeling and simulation method as well as an integrated software/hardware solution to effectively model, from a time-domain point of view, and simulate internal combustion engine control... |
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Dec 1999 |
Enabling PC-Based HIL Simulation for Automotive Applications Authors : Guillaume Murere, Paul Baracos, Wensi Jin Published at : Abstract : This paper describes new technologies that enable the use of the affordable PC hardware as the computing platform for high-performance electromechanical simulation. Challenging applications such as real-time hardware-in-... |
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A Modern and Open Real-Time Digital Simulator of Contemporary Power Systems Authors : Claudio Pirolli, Jean Bélanger, Jean-Nicolas Paquin, Laurence A. Snider, Wei Li Published at : IPST - International Conference on Power System Transients_en Abstract : This paper describes a versatile, multi-domain, real-time digital simulator of large power grids. Its capability to conduct multiple tests for protection coordination studies is described. A large grid model built using... |
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Real-Time Platform for the Control Prototyping and Simulation of Power Electronics and Motor Drives Authors : Jean Bélanger, Simon Abourida Published at : Abstract : The paper presents state-of-the-art technologies and platform for real-time simulation and control of motor drives, power converters and power systems. Through its support for Model-Based Design method with Simulink... |
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