Hybrid Truck System

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Opportunity

Aftermarket EV/HEV System for Class 8 Trucks.

• Provide the electronic controls, control algorithm and system integration for an aftermarket electric vehicle / Hybrid electric vehicle (EV/HEV) system for a class 8 vehicle (greater than 33,000 pounds).

• System operates in electric vehicle mode when in port to provide zero emissions while queuing and operates in hybrid electric vehicle mode during normal operation to provide better fuel economy.

• Integrate the system on a vehicle to provide prototype demonstration of the benefits.

• Support vehicle performance testing.

Solution

CAN Diagram for Aftermarket Truck EV/HEV System

New Eagle provided the vehicle integration module, the controller area network (CAN) relay box and the vehicle integration module algorithm and software for an aftermarket EV/HEV system. We also provided extensive onsite vehicle support and system integration and verification.

Hardware

New Eagle selected the ECM-5554-112-0904 calibratable electronic control module for the vehicle integration module and the Multiplexed Power Distribution Module for the CAN relay controller.

Results

• Provides electric vehicle (EV) operation while in port for up to 10 hours and at speeds up to 20mph.
• Runs in hybrid electric vehicle mode through the PTO during normal operation.
• Improves fuel economy by up to 25%.
• Charges through the engine and regenerative braking.
• Provides high voltage operation from 403 volts to 550 volts.
• Implements a J1939 compatible CAN 2.0 link.
• 1-1½ year return on investment in fuel savings.

Customer

Zero Emission Systems