Electrical motor types for vehicle propulsion

In the last years, because of pollution consequences within large urban areas, a growing interest appears in electric (EV) and hybrid vehicles (HEV) use. It demands for an efficient, reliable and economical motors and drives for electrical propulsion. A special research interest consists in searching and selecting for a suitable traction motor considering the vehicle architecture and dynamics. This paper investigates the main motor types for EV starting with dynamics and traction characteristics. Are presented extended speed range, working abilities and energy efficiency from vehicular system perspective. In this aim computer simulations and laboratory tests are accomplished. The combination between theoretical aspects, computer simulations and laboratory tests help to develop an easy selection of traction motors and drives dedicated to EV propulsion systems.