Braking torque compensation strategy and thermal behavior of a dual three-phase winding PMSM during short-circuit fault

P. Giangrande, V. Madonna, S. Nuzzo, C. Gerada, M. Galea

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Abstract

Permanent magnet synchronous machines (PMSMs)employing the dual three-phase winding represent a suitable solution for complying with the reliability requirements typically needed in safety-critical applications. Their inherent fault-tolerant capability allows to operate the system (e.g. electro mechanical actuator or traction drive-train), even after the occurrence of a three-phase short-circuit in one winding set. Nevertheless, an appropriate post-fault control strategy is indispensable for preventing the PMSM performance derating. In this work, the design of a dual three-phase PMSM, intended for aerospace application, is presented. The PMSM performance is evaluated via finite element (FE)analysis, in both healthy and three-phase short-circuit conditions. A post-fault control strategy aimed at balancing the braking torque is then discussed. Since the implemented strategy is based on the current overload of the healthy winding, the temperature rise is experimentally investigated on the PMSM prototype. The thermal analysis verifies the compensation strategy feasibility, by proving that the thermal overload does not have a major effect on the wire insulation lifetime.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2019
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages2245-2250
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781538693490
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 2019
Event11th IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2019 - San Diego, United States
Duration: 12 May 201915 May 2019

Publication series

Name2019 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2019

Conference

Conference11th IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2019
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego
Period12/05/1915/05/19

Keywords

  • Dual three-phase winding
  • Pmsm
  • Post-fault control strategy
  • Thermal analysis
  • Three-phase short-circuit

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

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