18436595. WIPER CONTROLLER simplified abstract (DENSO CORPORATION)

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WIPER CONTROLLER

Organization Name

DENSO CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

HIROTO Osakabe of Kariya-city (JP)

RYUMA Mito of Kariya-city (JP)

WIPER CONTROLLER - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18436595 titled 'WIPER CONTROLLER

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes a wiper controller that uses vector control to limit the q-axis current of a motor to zero in response to an overvoltage condition in the power supply.

  • The wiper controller includes a driver with a three-phase bridge circuit and a controller.
  • The controller switches the switching elements of the bridge circuit to control the motor's electrical conduction through vector control.
  • The controller limits the q-axis current to zero when the power supply's voltage exceeds a preset overvoltage determination value.

Key Features and Innovation

  • Three-phase bridge circuit driver for wiper control.
  • Vector control to limit q-axis current to zero.
  • Overvoltage protection feature.

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in automotive wiper systems, industrial machinery, and other applications requiring precise motor control and overvoltage protection.

Problems Solved

  • Prevents motor damage due to overvoltage conditions.
  • Ensures smooth and controlled operation of wiper systems.

Benefits

  • Enhanced motor protection.
  • Improved performance and reliability of wiper systems.
  • Energy efficiency through precise motor control.

Commercial Applications

  • Automotive industry for wiper systems.
  • Industrial machinery for precise motor control.
  • Consumer electronics for efficient motor operation.

Questions about Wiper Controller

How does the wiper controller prevent motor damage during overvoltage conditions?

The wiper controller limits the q-axis current to zero when the power supply voltage exceeds a preset overvoltage determination value, protecting the motor from damage.

What are the potential applications of the wiper controller technology beyond automotive use?

The technology can be applied in various industries requiring precise motor control and overvoltage protection, such as industrial machinery and consumer electronics.


Original Abstract Submitted

A wiper controller includes a driver and a controller. The driver includes a three-phase bridge circuit having switching elements connecting a positive electrode and a negative electrode of a direct current power supply to terminals of a motor. The controller switches the switching elements between an on-state and an off-state. The controller controls electrical conduction of the motor through vector control by switching the switching elements between the on-state and the off-state to limit a value of a q-axis current to zero, in response to that a detection voltage value of the direct current power supply exceeds a preset overvoltage determination value.