Comparison of flux weakening capability in alternative switched flux permanent magnet machines by mechanical adjusters

Zi Qiang Zhu, M. M J Al-Ani, Xu Liu, M. Hasegawa, A. Pride, R. Deodhar

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Abstract

To extend the speed range in the switched flux permanent magnet (SFPM) machines, mechanically movable flux adjusters (FAs), which consist of iron pieces located outside the stator, are utilized to adjust the airgap flux density. A comparative study of conventional SFPM machines with different stator/rotor pole combinations, i.e. 12/10, 12/13 and 12/14, and the multi-tooth, E-core, and C-core SFPM machines, is presented with the objective of exploring the best machine topology to equip with the FAs. 2D finite element analysis (FEA) is employed to predict the electromagnetic performance of SFPM machines with emphasis on the flux-weakening capability. Compared with multi-tooth, E-core and C-core types of SFPM machines, the maximum speed can be significantly increased if the conventional SFPM machines are equipped with FAs. Moreover, the 12/13 and 12/14 SFPM machines with FAs may exhibit infinite speed range.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of the XXth International Conference on Electrical Machines (ICEM 2012), (Marseille, 2-5 September 2012)
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages2889-2895
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)9781467301428
ISBN (Print)9781467301435
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 12 Nov 2012
Externally publishedYes
Event20th International Conference on Electrical Machines - Marseille, France
Duration: 2 Sep 20125 Sep 2012
Conference number: 20

Conference

Conference20th International Conference on Electrical Machines
Abbreviated titleICEM 2012
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityMarseille
Period2/09/125/09/12

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