SLUUDM5 March 2026 MSPM0G1507 , MSPM0G1519 , MSPM0G3507 , MSPM0G3519
The FOC algorithm supports two different modulation schemes, namely, continuous and discontinuous space vector PWM modulation schemes.
In continuous PWM modulation, all the three phases switch all the time as per the defined switching frequency. In discontinuous PWM modulation, one of the phases is clamped to ground for 120° electrical period, and the other two phases are pulse width modulated. The modulation scheme is configured using pUserInputRegs->closeLoop1.b.pwmMode.
The following figure shows the modulated average phase voltages for different modulation schemes.
Continuous modulation helps in reducing current ripple for motors having low inductance, but it results in higher switching losses because all three phases are switching. Discontinuous modulation has lower switching losses due to only two phases switching at a time, but higher current ripple.