Commonly Used Acronyms & Terminology

Quick reference guide for USC Formula Electric team members


General Terms

BAMOcar → Motor controller/inverter

BMS → Battery monitoring & protection system

BSPD → Brake system plausibility device

CAN Bus → Controller Area Network - communication protocol between systems

Checkbox → LV (Low Voltage) control center

Dashboard → Driver interface and control panel

GLV → Ground Low-Voltage

HV → High Voltage (>60V DC)

IMD → Insulation monitoring device

Interlocks → Safety circuits that prevent unsafe operation

LV → Low Voltage (≤60V DC)

LV Battery → 12V system power supply

Motor → Electric drive unit

PCB → Printed Circuit Board

RML → Ready indicator light

Rollhoop → Safety structure for driver protection