Document Type

Article

Language

eng

Publication Date

5-2017

Publisher

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE)

Source Publication

2017 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference (IEMDC)

Source ISSN

9781538693490

Original Item ID

DOI: 10.1109/IEMDC.2017.8002024

Abstract

While interior permanent magnet (1PM) machines have been considered the state-of-the art for traction motors, synchronous reluctance (SynRel) motors with advanced materials can provide a competitive alternative. 1PM machines typically utilize Neodymium 1ron Boron (NdFeB) permanent magnets, which pose an issue in terms of price, sustainability, demagnetization at higher operating temperatures, and uncontrolled generation. On the other hand, SynRel machines do not contain any magnets and are free from these issues. However, the absence of magnets as well the presence of bridges and centerposts limit the flux-weakening capability of a SynRel machine and limit the achievable constant power speed ratio (CPSR) without having to significantly oversize the machine and/or the power converter. 1n this paper, a new material referred to as the dual-phase magnetic material where nonmagnetic regions can be selectively introduced within each lamination will be evaluated for SynRel designs. The dual-phase feature of this material enables non-magnetic bridges and posts, eliminating one of the key limitations of the SynRel designs in terms of torque density and flux-weakening. This paper will present, the design, analysis and test results of an advanced proof-of-concept SynRel design utilizing dual-phase material with traction applications as the ultimate target application.

Comments

Accepted version. 2017 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference (IEMDC), (May 2017). DOI. © 2017 Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE). Used with permission.

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