Analytical Prediction of Torque of Switched Reluctance Machines Considering Nonlinear Characteristics

In this paper, an analytical method (AM) based on the air-gap magnetomotive force (MMF) permeance model is proposed to predict the nonlinear instantaneous torque of switched reluctance machines (SRMs). The analytical expression of the air-gap MMF is first obtained from the winding function and current profile, while the air-gap magnetic permeance considering the double-sided slotting effects is also derived. Then, the nonsaturated field distribution along the air-gap circumference is presented based on which the instantaneous torque can be calculated from the Lorentz force law. Furthermore, the model is enhanced with a saturation distribution factor to include the nonlinear characteristics. The proposed method is free from preliminary data or empirical coefficient and benefits from the simplified model and solution. The AM will be validated by the two-dimensional finite-element method based on four SRMs with different structures. Moreover, an SRM prototype is manufactured for experimental verification.

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In this paper, an analytical method based on the air-gap MMF permeance model is proposed to predict the nonlinear instantaneous torque of SRMs. The method utilizes analytical expressions for the air-gap MMF and permeance, as well as a saturation distribution factor. The proposed method does not require preliminary data or empirical coefficients and benefits from a simplified model and solution. Experimental validation of the method is also conducted.