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Latest Releases
R2019b (version 1.6) - Sep 2019
Version 1.6, part of Release 2019b, includes the following enhancements:
- Deep Learning SI Engine Model: Generate a deep learning engine model for algorithm design and performance, fuel economy, and emissions analysis
- HEV P0, P1, P3, and P4 Reference Applications: Use fully assembled models for HIL testing, tradeoff analysis, and control parameter optimization of hybrid electric vehicles
- HEV Reference Applications: Equivalent consumption minimization strategy (ECMS) for hybrid control
See the Release Notes for details.
R2019a (version 1.5) - Mar 2019
Version 1.5, part of Release 2019a, includes the following enhancements:
- Powertrain Efficiency: Evaluate and report energy and power losses at component and system level
- Virtual Calibration: Use Model-Based Calibration Toolbox to calibrate Mapped Motor and Three-Phase Voltage Source Inverter block efficiency maps with measured data
- New Inverter Block: Model a three-phase voltage source inverter
See the Release Notes for details.
R2018b (version 1.4) - Sep 2018
Version 1.4, part of Release 2018b, includes the following enhancements:
- Virtual Calibration: Use Model-Based Calibration Toolbox to calibrate spark-ignition and compression-ignition engine model blocks
- HEV P2 Reference Application: Use fully assembled model for HIL testing, tradeoff analysis, and control parameter optimization of a P2 hybrid electric vehicle
- Compression-Ignition Engine: Model engine torque and exhaust temperature as a function of multiple fuel injections, fuel pressure, and air system states
- Spark-Ignition Engine Startup: Use SI Controller block to account for fuel consumption due to rich operation during engine startup
See the Release Notes for details.
R2018a (version 1.3) - Mar 2018
Version 1.3, part of Release 2018a, includes the following enhancements:
- Engine Data Import: Use engine test data to calibrate mapped engines in CI and SI engine dynamometer reference applications
- Low-Pressure EGR: Default SI engine includes low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation
- Gear Shift Schedule: Use Drive Cycle block to specify gear shift schedule
- Transmission Temperature Dependency: Include effects of oil temperature when calculating efficiency loss in transmission blocks
- Engine Torque Table: Mapped CI Engine block now uses either engine torque or injected fuel mass lookup table
See the Release Notes for details.
R2017b (Version 1.2) - Sep 2017
Version 1.2, part of Release 2017b, includes the following enhancements:
- HEV Input Power-Split Reference Application: Use fully assembled model for HIL testing, tradeoff analysis, and control parameter optimization of a power-split hybrid like the Toyota Prius
- CI and SI Engine Dynamometer Reference Applications: Resize engines and recalibrate controllers based on desired power and number of cylinders
- New Drivetrain and Propulsion Blocks: Model drivetrain coupling, bidirectional DC-to-DC energy conversion, and flux-based PMSM motors
- Electric Motor Controllers: Calculate inverter electrical losses
- Flux-Based Motor Parameterization: Generate parameters for Flux-Based PMSM and Flux-Based PM Controller blocks
See the Release Notes for details.
R2017a (Version 1.1) - Mar 2017
Version 1.1, part of Release 2017a, includes the following enhancements:
- Wide Open Throttle (WOT) Drive Cycle: Generate WOT drive cycle signals for performance testing
- Engine-Out (EO) Emissions: Track EO emissions using combustion engine blocks
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle Reference Application: Minimize drive cycle fuel consumption using a dynamic embedded optimizer
- Drivetrain Blocks: Model drivetrain coupling with Disc Clutch, Gearbox, and Planetary Gear blocks
- Battery Parameterization: Generate parameters for Datasheet Battery and Equivalent Circuit Battery blocks
See the Release Notes for details.