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An electric traction motor uses power from the traction battery pack to drive the vehicle's wheels.
An electric traction motor uses power from the traction battery pack to drive the vehicle's wheels.
True
The DC/DC converter converts lower-voltage DC power from the traction battery pack to the higher-voltage DC power needed to run vehicle accessories.
The DC/DC converter converts lower-voltage DC power from the traction battery pack to the higher-voltage DC power needed to run vehicle accessories.
False
The charge port allows the vehicle to connect to an external power supply in order to charge the auxiliary battery.
The charge port allows the vehicle to connect to an external power supply in order to charge the auxiliary battery.
False
The onboard charger converts incoming AC electricity supplied via the charge port to DC power for charging the traction battery.
The onboard charger converts incoming AC electricity supplied via the charge port to DC power for charging the traction battery.
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In an electric drive vehicle, the auxiliary battery provides electricity to power the traction battery pack.
In an electric drive vehicle, the auxiliary battery provides electricity to power the traction battery pack.
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Study Notes
Electric Traction Motor
- Uses power from the traction battery pack to drive the vehicle's wheels
Power Conversion
- DC/DC converter converts lower-voltage DC power from traction battery pack to higher-voltage DC power
- Higher-voltage DC power is used to run vehicle accessories
Charging System
- Charge port allows vehicle to connect to an external power supply
- Onboard charger converts incoming AC electricity to DC power for charging traction battery
- Auxiliary battery provides electricity to power traction battery pack
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Test your knowledge of all-electric vehicles with this quiz on how they work. Explore the components and functions of all-electric cars, including the DC/DC converter and charge port, and understand their role in powering the vehicle.
