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Old 03-18-2009, 06:46 PM   #59 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by jyanof View Post
I think the only question would be if the system is stable enough at different pack voltages to allow the controller to maintain current control during bulk charge or voltage control during the constant voltage phase.

I suspect that 72-144V would be doable, but we'll see!
Current control was a little tricky, but turned out not to be that bad. You just need a hall effect current sensor, and then a control loop to modify the PWM duty until you get the current that you want. That was the last 2 months of my life. I sort of wish I had it back. haha! just kidding. I think it would be the same idea for charging batteries, of course I have no idea what I'm talking about.
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