Circuit/System Description

The power inverter module, often referred to as the drive motor generator power inverter module, contains two motor control modules and the hybrid/EV powertrain control module 1. The two motor control modules operate their respective drive motor based upon power inverter module commands. The hybrid/EV powertrain control module 1 controls the auxiliary transmission fluid pump. Each motor control module controls its respective motor through the sequencing actuation of high current switching transistors called insulated gate bipolar transistors. Each insulated gate bipolar transistor assembly is monitored for fault conditions.