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Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 6:32 pm
by EV_Builder
Ok i found the CalcSOC method its in the utils..
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 10, 2021 7:09 pm
by Jack Bauer
That's it. Simple in theory as the isa shunt provides kwh used but I'm too stupid to make it work.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2021 4:59 pm
by Jack Bauer
Ok I'm going to break this out into a separate support thread to try and keep things in some semblence of organisation.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Mon Jun 14, 2021 10:40 am
by EV_Builder
Good idea. Check the LIM CCS thread also maybe move some of that as well.
Software development deserves a own section IMHO in that way it's not mixed-up with support.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Sun Jun 20, 2021 9:25 pm
by EV_Builder
okey updated the GUI with some new features
Time to test my c++ class on the VCU board...
Making and using lookup tables never was easier

Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2021 12:24 pm
by bitterandreal
EV_Builder wrote: ↑Sun Jun 20, 2021 9:25 pm
okey updated the GUI with some new features
TableGenerator_v1.1.JPG
Time to test my c++ class on the VCU board...
Making and using lookup tables never was easier
I like your table generator! But isn't it more a BMS task to protect the battery and tell the VCU max charge and discharge currents?
Attached some inspiration from lithium balance s-bms...
They use separate temperature and SOC dependant lookup tables for charge, discharge and regen.
No 3D table but separate 2D tables for temperature and SOC and then they use the lowest value as limit.

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Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Mon Jun 21, 2021 1:29 pm
by EV_Builder
Yes! very fair point! So the place where we add the code will decide 'who' is reporting it. In the VCU it could still be the BMS class if there is one in use.
Multiple tables can be added indeed. Just copy the file and edit.
For a temperature correction value. If needed I could add it to my generator but I think waste of time for now.
I first need to get my GIGADevice running in CUBEIDE someone accomplished that?
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 7:43 am
by Jack Bauer
So given I have had almost no feedback from the beta release that must mean it's perfect. The boards will be going on general sale this weekend.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:37 am
by chuuux
Hi. Have you done the motor temp sensor and brake light inputs on the release board?
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 10:20 am
by Jack Bauer
chuuux wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:37 am
Hi. Have you done the motor temp sensor and brake light inputs on the release board?
Yes
also NCV8402 now NCV8440 which is pin and parameter compatible
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 10:27 am
by chuuux
Jack Bauer wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 10:20 am
Yes
also NCV8402 now NCV8440 which is pin and parameter compatible
Great. Can you give some instructions, please, for DIY modify V1 beta boards about temp and brake inputs?
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 12:31 pm
by Jack Bauer
No sorry I'm up to my ears in work and life right now. We have more then enough people with the requisite skills on the forum here now to help out in this way.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Thu Jun 24, 2021 8:23 pm
by EV_Builder
Jack Bauer wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 10:20 am
chuuux wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 9:37 am
Hi. Have you done the motor temp sensor and brake light inputs on the release board?
Yes
also NCV8402 now NCV8440 which is pin and parameter compatible
What was wrong with NCV8402? Just replaced them.
I have now swapped the LQFP100 for a 'real' STM..
The Giga didn't want to debug on my IDE...
Actually not sure if this was a good idea but hey..it's journey..
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Fri Jun 25, 2021 10:32 am
by chuuux
Jack Bauer wrote: ↑Thu Jun 24, 2021 12:31 pm
No sorry I'm up to my ears in work and life right now. We have more then enough people with the requisite skills on the forum here now to help out in this way.
Ok. I've found and soldered it.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Fri Jun 25, 2021 12:49 pm
by Jack Bauer
Much appreciated! Now we just need a wiki page:)
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Fri Jun 25, 2021 4:26 pm
by angusmf
Re beta boards: Ugh, yeah, haven't tested my beta board cause I haven't been able to find the missing part of our prius harness so far. Sorry about that. Suppose today is a good day to try the junkyard.
Re wiki page: This one?
https://openinverter.org/wiki/ZombieVerter_VCU
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Sat Jun 26, 2021 1:28 pm
by Jack Bauer
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Mon Jun 28, 2021 2:46 pm
by Jack Bauer
General SOC calculation and charge remaining timers for CCS now added to the ACDC_Lim branch.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:15 am
by JaniK
Jack Bauer wrote: ↑Mon Jun 28, 2021 2:46 pm
General SOC calculation and charge remaining timers for CCS now added to the ACDC_Lim branch.
Slightly off topic, but could I use a LIM with my Leaf VCU?
I know it needs some rework to run, but why not?
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:20 am
by celeron55
JaniK wrote: ↑Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:15 am
Slightly off topic, but could I use a LIM with my Leaf VCU?
I know it needs some rework to run, but why not?
Yes, as long as someone adds the code to communicate with the LIM. But better first wait for the LIM protocol and CCS process to be finalized.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:30 am
by JaniK
celeron55 wrote: ↑Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:20 am
JaniK wrote: ↑Tue Jun 29, 2021 9:15 am
Slightly off topic, but could I use a LIM with my Leaf VCU?
I know it needs some rework to run, but why not?
Yes, as long as someone adds the code to communicate with the LIM. But better first wait for the LIM protocol and CCS process to be finalized.
Great! Thanks for fast reply.

Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2021 6:09 pm
by Electro Wrks
angusmf wrote: ↑Fri Jun 25, 2021 4:26 pm
Re beta boards: Ugh, yeah, haven't tested my beta board cause I haven't been able to find the missing part of our prius harness so far. Sorry about that. Suppose today is a good day to try the junkyard.
Re wiki page: This one?
https://openinverter.org/wiki/ZombieVerter_VCU
Is it a plug you are looking for? Show us the one you need or its mate with a photo and maybe we can ID it.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Wed Jun 30, 2021 1:52 pm
by angusmf
Electro Wrks wrote: ↑Tue Jun 29, 2021 6:09 pm
Is it a plug you are looking for? Show us the one you need or its mate with a photo and maybe we can ID it.
Yes, the main inverter plug for a gen 3 prius. Somehow I have everything but that.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Wed Jun 30, 2021 2:09 pm
by chuuux
I guess you need G926047010 and G926647010 connectors. They join to each other.
Re: The ZombieVerter VCU Project
Posted: Wed Jun 30, 2021 4:51 pm
by Electro Wrks
PNs confirmed. A Google search shows they are available as repair parts from US Toyota stocks. I've forgotten where the pins(2 sizes) are available. You could salvage them with a length of lead from other harnesses. Also, salvaged pins and leads have the nice little sealing rings on them. The tool for unlocking the pins can be made from a squared-off(by careful grinding) regular or extra long push pin. The unlock holes are the small rectangular ones next to the larger pin holes.
Before the tool is used to unlock individual pins, the white plastic primary lock in the body of the connector needs to be slid sideways, with a small screwdriver, to unlock and lock all of the pins in the connector.
Shouldn't this info be on a Wiki somewhere?