HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM

Detection of Insulation Resistance Decrease

1. The leak detection circuit is built in the battery smart unit. The leak detection circuit constantly monitors that the insulation resistance between high-voltage circuits and body ground is maintained.

2. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly determines decreases in the insulation resistance based on the information from the battery smart unit.

3. The leak detection circuit has an AC source and it causes a small amount of AC to flow to the high-voltage circuit (positive and negative).

4. The more insulation resistance decreases, the more voltage drops at the detection resistor and the lower the waves of AC. The insulation resistance value is detected based on the amplitude of AC waves.

   

Cut-off of High-Voltage Circuits during Collision

1. If the vehicle is involved in a collision as described below, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly will shut down the power supply by turning the system main relays off for safety.

2. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly receives the airbag deployment signal from the airbag sensor assembly during a frontal collision, side collision or side rear collision.

   

SOC Control

1. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly calculates the SOC of the HV battery based on the charge/discharge amperage detected by the battery current sensor. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly constantly performs charge/discharge control based on the calculated SOC in order to maintain the SOC within its target range.

2. While the vehicle is in motion, the HV battery undergoes repetitive charge/discharge cycles, as it becomes discharged by MG2 during acceleration and charged by regenerative braking during deceleration.

3. When the SOC is below the lower level, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly increases the power output of the engine to operate MG1, which charges the HV battery.

4. The battery smart unit converts the HV battery related signals (voltage, current and temperature) into digital signals, and transmits them to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly via serial communication. These signals are needed to determine the SOC that is calculated by the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

   

Engine Control

1. The ECM receives the target engine speed and required engine motive force, which were sent from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly, and controls the ETCS-i, fuel injection volume, ignition timing and VVT-i.

2. The ECM transmits the operating conditions of the engine to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

3. Upon receiving the engine stop signal from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly in accordance with the basic hybrid vehicle control, the ECM will stop the engine.

   

MG1 and MG2 Main Control

1. MG1, which is driven by the engine, generates high-voltage electricity in order to operate MG2 and charge the HV battery. Also, it functions as a starter to start the engine.

2. MG2, which is driven by electrical power from MG1 and the HV battery, generates motive force for the drive wheels.

3. MG2 generates high-voltage electricity to charge the HV battery during braking (regenerative braking cooperative control), or when the accelerator pedal is not being depressed (energy regeneration).

4. MG1 and MG2 are basically shut down when the shift lever is in N. In order to stop providing motive force, it is necessary to stop driving MG1 and MG2, because MG1 and MG2 are mechanically joined to the drive wheels.

5. The MG ECU controls the Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs) in the Intelligent Power Module (IPM) based on the signals received from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly. The IGBTs are used for switching for the U, V, and W phases of each motor generator. There are IGBTs that switch on and off to control each individual motor generator in accordance with operation as either a motor or as a generator.

6. The illustration below describes the basic control used when the motor generator functions as a motor. The IGBTs in the IPM switch on and off to supply three-phase alternating current to the motor generator. In order to create the motive force required of the motor generator as calculated by the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly, the MG ECU switches the IGBTs on and off in order to control the speed of the motor generator.

   

   *1	IGBT: ON
   *2	Motor Generator

7. The illustration below describes the basic control used when the motor generator functions as a generator. The current that is generated sequentially by the 3 phases of the motor generator, which is driven by the wheels, is utilized to charge the HV battery or drive another motor generator.

   

   *1	Motor Generator

Inverter Control

1. The inverter converts the direct current from the HV battery into alternating current for MG1 and MG2, or vice versa. In addition, the inverter takes power generated by MG1 and supplies it to MG2. However, the electricity generated by MG1 is converted into the direct current inside the inverter before being converted back into the alternating current by the inverter for use by MG2. This is necessary because the frequency of the alternating current output by MG1 is not appropriate for control of MG2.

2. The MG ECU controls the IPMs for switching the three-phase alternating current of MG1 and MG2 in accordance with the signals received from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

3. When the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly has received an overheating, overcurrent, or voltage fault signal from the MG ECU, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly transmits a shut down control signal to the MG ECU, in order to turn off the IPMs.

   

Boost Converter Control

1. The boost converter boosts the HV battery nominal voltage of DC 244.8 V up to a maximum voltage of DC 650 V, in accordance with the signals provided by the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly via the MG ECU.

2. The inverter converts the alternating current generated by MG1 or MG2 into direct current. The boost converter drops the generated voltage of DC 650 V (maximum voltage) to approximately DC 244.8 V, in accordance with the signals provided by the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly via the MG ECU.

3. The boost converter consists of the boost IPM with built-in IGBTs that perform switching control, the reactor that stores the electrical power and generates the electromotive force, and the capacitor that charges and discharges the boosted high-voltage electricity.

   

4. The flow of the boost converter boosting is as described below.

   Step	Outline
   1	IGBT2 turns on, causing the voltage of the HV battery (nominal voltage of DC 244.8 V) to charge the reactor. As a result, the reactor stores the electrical power.
   2	IGBT2 turns off, causing the reactor to produce an electromotive force (the current continues to flow from the reactor). This electromotive force causes the voltage to rise to a maximum voltage of DC 650 V. Induced by the electromotive force that is created by the reactor, the current that is flowing from the reactor flows into the inverter and the capacitor at the boosted voltage.
   3	IGBT2 turns on again to cause the voltage of the HV battery to charge the reactor. While this happens, by discharging the electrical power (maximum voltage of DC 650 V) stored in the capacitor, electrical power continues to be supplied to the inverter.

   

5. The alternating current which is generated by MG1 or MG2 for the purpose of charging the HV battery is converted into direct current (maximum voltage of DC 650 V) by the inverter. Then, the boost converter is used to drop the voltage to approximately DC 244.8 V. This is accomplished by IGBT1 being switched on and off using duty cycle control, intermittently interrupting the electrical power provided to the reactor by the inverter.

   

DC-DC Converter Control

1. The DC-DC converter drops the HV battery nominal voltage of DC 244.8 V to approximately DC 14 V in order to supply electricity to the electrical components, as well as to recharge the auxiliary battery.

2. In order to regulate the output voltage from the DC-DC converter, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly transmits an output voltage request signal to the DC-DC converter in response to auxiliary battery temperature sensor signals.

   

System Main Relay Control

1. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly controls the system main relays to connect and disconnect the high-voltage circuit from the HV battery. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly also uses the timing of the operation of the system main relays to monitor the operation of the relay contacts.

2. A total of 3 relays, 1 for the positive side (SMRB) and 2 for the negative side (SMRP, SMRG), are provided to ensure proper operation.

   

3. When the hybrid system changes to the READY-on state, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly turns on SMRB and SMRP in sequence, and applies the current through the precharge resistor. After that, it turns SMRG on, and applies the current by bypassing the precharge resistor. Then it turns SMRP off. As the controlled current is initially allowed to pass through the precharge resistor in this manner, the contact point in the circuit is protected from damage that could be caused by an inrush current.

   

4. When the hybrid system changes to a state other than the READY-on state, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly turns SMRG off first. Next, it turns SMRB off after determining whether or not SMRG is operating properly. After that, it turns on SMRP and then off after determining whether or not SMRB is operating properly. As a result, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly verifies that the respective relays have been properly turned off.

   

Cooling System Control for Inverter with Converter Assembly

1. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly receives the signals from the temperature sensors for the inverter with converter assembly, temperature sensor for MG1 and temperature sensor for MG2. Then, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly actuates the inverter water pump assembly over 3 levels using duty cycle control, in order to cool the inverter with converter assembly, MG1 and MG2.

2. When the HV coolant temperature rises above a certain level, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly transmits a radiator fan drive request signal to the ECM. In response to that signal, the ECM actuates the radiator fan to restrain the HV coolant temperature increase, ensuring the cooling of the inverter with converter assembly, MG1 and MG2.

3. The MG ECU converts the temperature sensor signals into digital signals, and transmits them to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly via serial communication.

   

Cooling System Control for HV Battery

1. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly receives the signals from the HV battery temperature sensors and HV battery intake air temperature sensor. Then, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly steplessly actuates the battery cooling blower assembly using duty cycle control, in order to maintain the HV battery temperature within the specified range.

2. While the air conditioning system is operating and cooling down the cabin, and if there is any leeway in the HV battery temperature, the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly turns the battery cooling blower assembly off or sets it to a low speed. The purpose of this control is to give priority to cooling down the cabin. If this control is not performed, air taken from the cabin for battery cooling assembly would slow the cooling of the cabin by the air conditioning system.

3. The battery smart unit converts the HV battery related signals (voltage, current and temperature) into digital signals, and transmits them to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly via serial communication. Also, the battery smart unit detects and transmits the blower speed feedback frequency which is necessary to perform the cooling system control, to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

   

Regenerative Braking Cooperative Control

1. The skid control ECU calculates the total braking force needed based on the brake regulator pressure and brake pedal stroke when the driver depresses the brake pedal.

2. After calculating the required total braking force, the skid control ECU sends a regenerative braking force request to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly replies with the amount of actual regenerative braking (regenerative braking control value).

3. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly uses MG2 to create the minus torque (deceleration force), thus carrying out the regenerative braking.

4. The skid control ECU controls the brake actuator solenoid valves and generates the wheel cylinder pressure. The pressure that is generated is what remains after the actual regenerative braking control value has been subtracted from the required total braking force.

   

Resolver for MG1 and MG2

1. A resolver is an extremely reliable and compact sensor that precisely detects the magnetic pole position. Knowing the precise position of the magnetic poles of the rotor (MG1 and MG2) is indispensable for ensuring efficient control of MG1 and MG2. MG1 and MG2 each have their own resolver.

2. The stator of the resolver contains 3 types of coils: excitation coil A, detection coil S and detection coil C.

3. The rotor of the resolver is oval, the distance of the gap between the stator and the rotor varies with the rotation of the rotor.

4. The flow of an alternating current into the excitation coil A results in the creation of a constant frequency magnetic field. Using this constant frequency magnetic field, the coil S and coil C will output values that correspond to the position of the rotor. Therefore, the MG ECU detects the absolute position based on the difference between the coil S and coil C output values. Furthermore, the MG ECU calculates the rotational speed based on the amount of change in the position within a given length of time.

5. The +S and -S pairs of the detection coil S are staggered by 90 degrees. The +C and -C pairs of the detection coil C are also staggered in the same way. The S and C pairs of coils are located 45° from each other.

   

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   *1	+S (Detection Coil S)	*2	+C (Detection Coil C)
   *3	-S (Detection Coil S)	*4	-C (Detection Coil C)
   *5	Excitation Coil A	*6	Rotor
   *a	Image of Resolver Internal Construction	*b	Electrical Orientation of Resolver Coils
   *c	Circuit of Detection Coil S	*d	Circuit of Detection Coil C

6. Because the excitation coil A is provided with an alternating current at a constant frequency, a constant frequency magnetic field is output to the coils S and C, regardless of the rotor speed. The magnetic field of the excitation coil A is carried to the coils S and C by the rotor. The rotor is oval, and the gap between the stator and the rotor varies with the rotation of the rotor. Due to the variation of the gap, the peak values of the waveforms output by the coils S and C vary in accordance with the position of the rotor.

7. The MG ECU constantly monitors these peak values, and connects them to form a virtual waveform. The MG ECU calculates the absolute position of the rotor from the difference between the values of the coils S and C. It determines the rotor direction based on the difference between the phases of the virtual waveform of the coil S and the virtual waveform of the coil C. Furthermore, the MG ECU calculates the rotational speed based on the amount of change in the rotor position within a given length of time.

8. The diagrams below illustrate the waveforms that are output at coils A, S and C when the rotor makes a positive rotation of 180° from a certain position.

   

   *1	Excitation Coil A
   *2	Virtual Waveform
   *3	Detection Coil S
   *4	Detection Coil C

Temperature Sensor for MG1 and MG2

1. The temperature sensors are used to detect the temperature of the MG1 and MG2 stators.

2. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly optimally controls MG1 and MG2 according to the signals from each temperature sensor.

   

   Characteristics of Temperature Sensor

   *1	Resistance
   *2	Temperature

Inverter with Converter Assembly

1. A compact, lightweight inverter with converter assembly, in which the MG ECU, inverter, boost converter, and DC-DC converter are integrated, is used. The inverter and boost converter primarily consist of Intelligent Power Modules (IPMs), a reactor, and capacitor. The IPM is an integrated power module consisting of a signal processor, protective function processor, and Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistors (IGBTs).

2. The inverter with converter assembly ensures heat dissipation through use of a water-cooled cooling system that is isolated from the engine cooling system.

3. As a safety measure because of the high-voltage, interlock switches are provided, which shut off the system main relays via the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly when the connector cover or terminal cover is removed, or the HV battery power cable connector is disconnected.

   

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   *1	Inverter	*2	DC-DC Converter
   	HV Coolant Inlet		HV Coolant Outlet

4. The inverter uses the IPM to perform switching control. The IPMs for MG1 and MG2 each have a bridge circuit consisting of IGBTs. The IPM for MG1 uses 6 IGBTs, one for each arm, and MG2 uses 6 pairs of IGBTs, two in parallel for each arm.

5. The boost converter uses a boost IPM to perform switching control, a reactor to act as an inductor, and a capacitor to accumulate and store electricity. The boost IPM uses IGBT2 for boosting voltage, and IGBT1 for reducing voltage.

   

Inverter Current Sensor

1. The inverter current sensors detect the amperage of the three-phase alternating current that actuates MG1 and MG2. This actual amperage is used as feedback by the MG ECU.

2. The current sensors are used for the current sent to the three-phase windings of MG1 and MG2. The current sensors are located in the inverter with converter assembly for the V and W phases of each motor generator. Current that flows through the U phase winding flows through the V phase or W phase winding, thus the U phase amperage can be measured even if the current sensor is not set in the U phase winding.

   

HV Battery Assembly

1. The HV battery assembly mainly consists of the HV battery, hybrid battery junction block assembly, battery cooling blower assembly, battery smart unit and service plug grip.

2. The HV battery uses plastic container type cells. As a result, high power density, lightweight construction, and longevity have been accomplished at high levels.

3. The battery cooling blower assembly is used as a dedicated cooling system to ensure that the HV battery performs properly, despite it generating significant heat during the repetitive charge and discharge cycles.

   

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   *1	HV Battery Upper Cover	*2	Battery Smart Unit
   *3	HV Battery (Battery Modules)	*4	Battery Cooling Blower Assembly
   *5	Service Plug Grip	*6	Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly
   *7	HV Battery Lower Case	-	-

4. The HV battery consists of 34 separate battery modules and they are connected to each other in series through 2 bus bar modules.

5. These battery modules are each made up of 6 cells. The HV battery has a total of 204 cells (6 cells x 34 modules) and a nominal voltage of 244.8 V (1.2 V x 204 cells).

   

HV Battery Temperature Sensor and HV Battery Intake Air Temperature Sensor

1. There are 3 HV battery temperature sensors and 1 HV battery intake air temperature sensor; 3 of them are fitted on the battery modules and the remaining one is provided on the intake air duct.

2. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly optimally controls the cooling system so that the HV battery temperature can be within a specified range according to the temperature information that is received via the battery smart unit.

   

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   *1

   HV Battery Intake Air Temperature Sensor

   *2

   HV Battery Temperature Sensor

Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly

1. The hybrid battery junction block assembly consists of the System Main Relays (SMRs), precharge resistor and battery current sensor.

2. The SMRs are the relays that connect and disconnect the HV battery and power cable (frame wire) in accordance with the signal from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly. 3 relays are provided; SMRB for the battery positive (+) side, SMRG for the battery negative (-) side, and SMRP for pre-charging.

   

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   *1	Battery Current Sensor	*2	Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly
   *3	SMRG	*4	SMRB
   *5	SMRP	*6	Precharge Resistor

Battery Current Sensor

1. A battery current sensor, which is built into the hybrid battery junction block assembly, is used to detect the HV battery charging and discharging amperage.

2. The hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly optimally controls the hybrid system so that the SOC of the HV battery can always be within a specified range according to the amperage information that is received via the battery smart unit.

   

Power Cable (Frame Wire)

1. The power cable (frame wire) is a set of high-voltage, high-amperage cables that connect the HV battery with the inverter with converter assembly, the inverter with converter assembly with MG1 and MG2, and the inverter with converter assembly with the compressor with motor assembly.

2. The power cable (frame wire) is made of shielded cables in order to reduce electromagnetic interference.

3. For identification purposes, the high-voltage wiring harness and connectors are color-coded orange to distinguish them from those of ordinary low-voltage wiring.

   

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   *1	Compressor with Motor Assembly	*2	Inverter with Converter Assembly
   *3	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly	*4	MG1
   *5	MG2	*6	Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly
   *7	HV Battery Assembly	*8	Service Plug Grip
   	Power Cable (Frame Wire)	-	-

Inverter Water Pump Assembly

1. A compact and highly efficient electric type inverter water pump assembly is used.

2. A high output brushless type motor is used for the pump motor, furthermore, bearings that support the shaft at both ends are employed, thus suppressing noise and vibration.

3. The pump motor is controlled over 3 levels by the duty cycle signal from the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

   

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   *1	Shaft	*2	Impeller
   *3	Rotor	*4	Motor Controller
   	HV Coolant Inlet		HV Coolant Outlet

Accelerator Pedal Sensor Assembly

1. The non-contact type accelerator pedal sensor assembly uses a Hall IC.

2. A magnetic yoke is mounted at the base of the accelerator pedal arm. This yoke rotates around the Hall IC in accordance with the amount of effort that is applied to the accelerator pedal. The Hall IC converts the changes in the magnetic flux that occur into electrical signals, and outputs accelerator pedal position signals to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

3. The Hall IC contains 2 circuits, one for the main signal, and one for the sub signal. It converts the accelerator pedal position (angle) into electric signals that have differing characteristics and outputs them to the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly.

   

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   *1	Hall IC	*2	Magnetic Yoke
   *3	Accelerator Pedal Arm	-	-

   

How to Read a Nomographic Chart

1. The nomographic chart below gives a visual representation of the planetary gear rotation direction, rotational speed and torque balance.

2. In the nomographic chart, a straight line is used to represent the relationship between the rotation directions and rotational speeds of the 3 gears in the planetary gear. The rotational speed of each gear is indicated by the distance from the 0 rpm point. Due to the structure of the planetary gear, the relationship between the rotational speeds of the 3 gears is always expressed by a straight line.

3. The nomographic charts and the illustrations of the geartrain operation for each vehicle driving condition shown on the following descriptions are examples only. The examples shown are 'snapshots', normal system operation is a constantly changing blend of conditions and system reactions to suit those conditions.

   

4. For the hybrid system, motor generators have different roles depending on the situation. Understanding the relationship between the rotation direction and torque can help to make the role of a motor generator easier to understand.

5. The table below shows the relationship of drive and electric generation for different combinations of plus or minus torque and forward or reverse rotation.

   Rotation Direction	Torque Condition	Role of Component
   Forward (+) Rotation	Plus Torque	Drive
   	Minus Torque	Electric Generation
   Reverse (-) Rotation	Plus Torque	Electric Generation
   	Minus Torque	Drive

6. As an example, if a motor generator is rotating in the forward (+) direction, and it applies minus torque, it will generate electricity (producing electrical power).

7. Alternately, if the motor generator is rotating in the reverse (-) direction and it applies minus torque, it will act as a drive source (consuming electrical power).

Driving Condition B: Starting Off

1. When the vehicle is started off, the vehicle operates powered by MG2. If the required drive torque increases when running with MG2 only, MG1 is activated to start the engine.

   

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   *1	Engine (Stopped)	*2	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly
   *3	MG1 (Rotates Freely)	*4	MG2 (Drive)
   *5	Power Split Planetary Gear Unit	*6	Motor Speed Reduction Planetary Gear Unit
   *7	Inverter with Converter Assembly	*8	HV Battery
   	Mechanical Power Path		Electrical Power Path
   	Power Transmission	-	-

2. When the vehicle starts off under normal conditions, it runs using the motive force of MG2. While running under this condition, the rotational speed of the carrier (engine) is 0 rpm due to the engine being stopped. In addition, since MG1 does not generate any torque, no torque acts on the sun gear (MG1). However, the sun gear rotates freely in the (-) direction balancing the rotating ring gear.

   

Driving Condition C: Constant-speed Cruising

1. When the vehicle is running under low load and constant-speed cruising, the motive force of the engine is transmitted by the power split planetary gear unit. Some of this motive force is output directly, and the remaining motive force is used for generating electricity through MG1. Through the use of the electrical power path of an inverter, this electrical power is transmitted to MG2 to be output as the motive force of MG2. If the SOC level of the HV battery is low, it is charged by MG1 driven by the engine.

   

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   *1	Engine (Drive)	*2	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly
   *3	MG1 (Generates Electricity)	*4	MG2 (Drive)
   *5	Power Split Planetary Gear Unit	*6	Motor Speed Reduction Planetary Gear Unit
   *7	Inverter with Converter Assembly	*8	HV Battery
   	Mechanical Power Path		Electrical Power Path
   	Power Transmission	-	-

2. The torque from the engine acts on the carrier in the (+) direction, causing the sun gear (MG1) to turn in the (+) direction due to the reaction of the minus torque. MG1 generates electricity by harnessing the minus torque that acts on the sun gear (MG1).

   

Driving Condition D: During Full Throttle Acceleration

1. When the vehicle driving condition changes from low load cruising to full-throttle acceleration, the system supplements the motive force of MG2 with electrical power from the HV battery.

   

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   *1	Engine (Drive)	*2	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly
   *3	MG1 (Generates Electricity)	*4	MG2 (Drive)
   *5	Power Split Planetary Gear Unit	*6	Motor Speed Reduction Planetary Gear Unit
   *7	Inverter with Converter Assembly	*8	HV Battery
   	Mechanical Power Path		Electrical Power Path
   	Power Transmission	-	-

2. When more engine power is required, in order to increase the engine speed, the rotational speeds of the related gears change as follows. The torque from the engine acts on the carrier in the (+) direction, causing the sun gear (MG1) to turn in the (+) direction due to the reaction of the minus torque. MG1 generates electricity by harnessing the minus torque that acts on the sun gear (MG1).

   

Driving Condition E: During Deceleration

1. While the vehicle decelerates with the shift lever in D, the engine is turned off and the motive force changes to zero. At this time, the wheels drive MG2, causing MG2 to operate as a generator, charging the HV battery. If the vehicle decelerates from a higher speed, the engine maintains a predetermined speed without stopping, in order to protect the planetary gears.

   

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   *1	Engine (Stopped)	*2	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly
   *3	MG1 (Rotates Freely)	*4	MG2 (Generates Electricity)
   *5	Power Split Planetary Gear Unit	*6	Motor Speed Reduction Planetary Gear Unit
   *7	Inverter with Converter Assembly	*8	HV Battery
   	Mechanical Power Path		Electrical Power Path
   	Power Transmission	-	-

2. During deceleration, the ring gear is rotated by the wheels. Under this condition, due to the engine being stopped, the rotational speed of the carrier (engine) is 0 rpm. In addition, since MG1 does not generate any torque, no torque acts on the sun gear (MG1). However, the sun gear (MG1) rotates freely in the (-) direction, balancing the rotating ring gear.

   

Driving Condition F: During Reverse

1. When the vehicle is being driven in reverse, the required power is supplied by MG2. At this time, MG2 rotates in the opposite direction, the engine remains stopped, and MG1 rotates in the normal direction without generating electricity.

   

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   *1	Engine (Stopped)	*2	Hybrid Vehicle Transaxle Assembly
   *3	MG1 (Rotates Freely)	*4	MG2 (Drive)
   *5	Power Split Planetary Gear Unit	*6	Motor Speed Reduction Planetary Gear Unit
   *7	Inverter with Converter Assembly	*8	HV Battery
   	Mechanical Power Path		Electrical Power Path
   	Power Transmission	-	-

2. The conditions of the planetary gear are opposite to those described in "Starting Off". Due to the engine being stopped, the rotational speed of the carrier (engine) is 0 rpm but the sun gear (MG1) rotates freely in the (+) direction, balancing the rotating ring gear.