Infineon Technologies has been granted a patent for a circuit designed to control a motor efficiently. The circuit includes control and driver circuitry to generate switching signals based on rotor angles, optimizing motor performance. GlobalData’s report on Infineon Technologies gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Motor control circuit with phase switching based on rotor angle
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11888423B2) discloses a circuit designed to control a motor efficiently. The circuit comprises driver circuitry responsible for driving the motor based on a switching signal and control circuitry equipped with processors. These processors are programmed to generate a switching signal for each phase of the motor, instructing the coupling of the phase to different terminals of a power supply based on specific electrical angles of the rotor. By outputting this switching signal to the driver circuitry, the motor's operation can be effectively controlled.
Furthermore, the patent details various configurations and functionalities of the circuit, such as modulating duty cycles, generating specific cosine functions for voltage matching, and utilizing pulse-width modulation signals. The circuit's ability to adjust duty cycles based on control voltage amplitude, control multiple phases of the motor, and operate with different types of inverters or bridges showcases its versatility and adaptability in motor control applications. Overall, the patented circuit offers a comprehensive solution for precise and optimized motor control, enhancing efficiency and performance in various industrial and technological settings.
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