Flow of energy
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Nissan Leaf. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
When the traction motor inverter receives the target motor torque signal from the VCM via EV system CAN.
TRACTION MOTOR INVERTER SIGNAL STATUS
| (4) | <= | (3) | <= | (2) | <= | (1) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The drive torque from the traction motor is output as kinetic energy. | The AC power from the traction motor inverter is converted to magnetic energy and a rotating magnetic field is created in order to generate drive torque. | The traction motor inverter (IGBT) switches in order to convert the DC power from the Li-ion battery to AC power. | The DC power from the Li-ion battery is input to the traction motor inverter. |