Motor drive control of a full-electric vehicle using generalized predictive control algorithm

In this paper, the generalized predictive control (GPC) algorithm is introduced to control a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drive of a full-electric vehicle (EV). For this aim, the CARIMA model of PMSM is derived and the theoretical basics of GPC are described. Following, the GPC algorithm is extended by consideration of the voltage constraints, given by the vehicle battery. In conclusion, the simulation results of an electric vehicle, driven by GPC controlled PMSM, are compared to the field oriented control based EV drive.