EPE Association: EPE 2003 - Topic 14c: Education Tools

EPE 2003 - Topic 14c: Education Tools
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   Switching mode power supply e-learning toolbox
By A. Moreno-Munoz; V. Pallarés; J. Luna; J. M. Flores [View]
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Abstract: One approach to instruction based on a “learned-centred” view of learning is to provide rich environments in which learners can actually construct their own knowledge. Therefore only educational software, carefully designed, can improve the efficiency of courseware. Using a generalised hypermedia instructional design methodology we have integrated a hypermedia instructional module with CAD-CAE tools in an academic information system. This academic information system is a World Wide Web environment in which collaborative discourse is the primary medium for knowledge advancement in the area of Power Converters. It can be explored by learners, who have contextual access to knowledge displayed in a hypertext format and access to real experiences by design and simulation. In this paper we present the Switching Power Supply e-learning Toolbox.

   Implementation of an industrial drive control system in education process
By D. Sumina; N. Bulic; G. Erceg [View]
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Abstract: The speed control system of the slip-ring AC motor (ASTAT®) is a system for heavy-duty tasks especially in the field of industrial cranes and other material handling systems. Some modifications have been made on this system in order to perform DC motor speed control in the laboratory environment. The main purpose of this modified system is to present a system for DC motor control to students. This system can be used to compare the different power converters used for DC motor drives supply. There is a possibility to control more than one DC motor drives which are supplied by thyristor or IGBT converters. There is also a possibility of networking those systems in distributed control system. This laboratory model enables our students to become familiar with real problems in industrial drive control systems.

   A low cost solution for laboratory experiments in induction motor control
By R. Esteves Araújo; V. Leite; D. Freitas [View]
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Abstract: In this paper we present a controller suitable for educational activities in electric drives. A prototype has been designed specifically to meet the requirement of low cost and it contains all of the active functions required to implement the open loop control of an induction motor. In this way, the prototype allows the easy assimilation of important concepts and enables the understanding of the enclosed subsystems. Some experiments that highlight the quality of the proposed approach are presented.

   A casual method for the modelling of static converter and the design of their control. Application to a Voltage Source Rectifier
By X. Guillaud; B. Francois [View]
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Abstract: This paper proposes a graphical tool based on a causal ordering method for the modeling of power converters. This method enhances the wide complexity of this type of conversion system since it can be characterized as a non-linear and hybrid system. The application of inversion rules gives a rigorous method to design the control system.

   A state-of-the-art review and database of fuel cells and their application in electric vehicles useful for education needs
By N. Schofield; H.T. Yap; J. Van Mierlo; G. Maggetto; P. Van den Bossche [View]
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Abstract: Fuel cells are set to play an increasingly important role in road transportation over the next decade. Over the past few years there has been an increase in World-wide developments associated with this emerging technology. Hence, an EC funded Network has been established to review fuel cell research and developments for road transportation applications and disseminate information to the Network members and the wider EC research and development community. A state-of-the-art review of fuel cells and their application in electric vehicles has been undertaken and a dedicated online website database developed to continuously monitor programmes, projects and the key actors World-wide to increase and improve information exchange and dissemination. The paper will summarise the state-of-the art review, some of the application issues relating to fuel cell systems in electric vehicles, the website structure and database implementation and review its utility as a tool for information dissemination and its applicability as an educational tool.

EPE 2003 - Topic 14c: Education Tools
You are here: EPE Documents > 01 - EPE & EPE ECCE Conference Proceedings > EPE 2003 - Conference > EPE 2003 - Topic 14: EDUCATION > EPE 2003 - Topic 14c: Education Tools
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	Switching mode power supply e-learning toolbox By A. Moreno-Munoz; V. Pallarés; J. Luna; J. M. Flores	[View] [Download]
Abstract: One approach to instruction based on a “learned-centred” view of learning is to provide rich environments in which learners can actually construct their own knowledge. Therefore only educational software, carefully designed, can improve the efficiency of courseware. Using a generalised hypermedia instructional design methodology we have integrated a hypermedia instructional module with CAD-CAE tools in an academic information system. This academic information system is a World Wide Web environment in which collaborative discourse is the primary medium for knowledge advancement in the area of Power Converters. It can be explored by learners, who have contextual access to knowledge displayed in a hypertext format and access to real experiences by design and simulation. In this paper we present the Switching Power Supply e-learning Toolbox.

	Implementation of an industrial drive control system in education process By D. Sumina; N. Bulic; G. Erceg	[View] [Download]
Abstract: The speed control system of the slip-ring AC motor (ASTAT®) is a system for heavy-duty tasks especially in the field of industrial cranes and other material handling systems. Some modifications have been made on this system in order to perform DC motor speed control in the laboratory environment. The main purpose of this modified system is to present a system for DC motor control to students. This system can be used to compare the different power converters used for DC motor drives supply. There is a possibility to control more than one DC motor drives which are supplied by thyristor or IGBT converters. There is also a possibility of networking those systems in distributed control system. This laboratory model enables our students to become familiar with real problems in industrial drive control systems.

	A low cost solution for laboratory experiments in induction motor control By R. Esteves Araújo; V. Leite; D. Freitas	[View] [Download]
Abstract: In this paper we present a controller suitable for educational activities in electric drives. A prototype has been designed specifically to meet the requirement of low cost and it contains all of the active functions required to implement the open loop control of an induction motor. In this way, the prototype allows the easy assimilation of important concepts and enables the understanding of the enclosed subsystems. Some experiments that highlight the quality of the proposed approach are presented.

	A casual method for the modelling of static converter and the design of their control. Application to a Voltage Source Rectifier By X. Guillaud; B. Francois	[View] [Download]
Abstract: This paper proposes a graphical tool based on a causal ordering method for the modeling of power converters. This method enhances the wide complexity of this type of conversion system since it can be characterized as a non-linear and hybrid system. The application of inversion rules gives a rigorous method to design the control system.

	A state-of-the-art review and database of fuel cells and their application in electric vehicles useful for education needs By N. Schofield; H.T. Yap; J. Van Mierlo; G. Maggetto; P. Van den Bossche	[View] [Download]
Abstract: Fuel cells are set to play an increasingly important role in road transportation over the next decade. Over the past few years there has been an increase in World-wide developments associated with this emerging technology. Hence, an EC funded Network has been established to review fuel cell research and developments for road transportation applications and disseminate information to the Network members and the wider EC research and development community. A state-of-the-art review of fuel cells and their application in electric vehicles has been undertaken and a dedicated online website database developed to continuously monitor programmes, projects and the key actors World-wide to increase and improve information exchange and dissemination. The paper will summarise the state-of-the art review, some of the application issues relating to fuel cell systems in electric vehicles, the website structure and database implementation and review its utility as a tool for information dissemination and its applicability as an educational tool.