High specific torque motor for propulsion system of aircraft

Dmitry Golovanov, Michael Galea, Chris Gerada

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Abstract

This paper proposes an analytical model that considers the torque characteristics for high specific torque synchronous machine with outer rotor and a Halbach permanent magnet array. The distribution of the magnetic field in the air gap is obtained with a linear assumption by solving Neumann's problem. The analytical model presented in the paper allows preliminary estimation and fast optimization of the machine's geometry and can be used to develop a first cut design of the machine. The application of the analytical model proposed is demonstrated via the adaptation and modification of a traction machine designed for electrical taxiing to a machine for propulsion of electric aircraft.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2016 International Conference on Electrical Systems for Aircraft, Railway, Ship Propulsion and Road Vehicles and International Transportation Electrification Conference, ESARS-ITEC 2016
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781509008148
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2016
Event2016 International Conference on Electrical Systems for Aircraft, Railway, Ship Propulsion and Road Vehicles and International Transportation Electrification Conference, ESARS-ITEC 2016 - Toulouse, France
Duration: 2 Nov 20164 Nov 2016

Publication series

Name2016 International Conference on Electrical Systems for Aircraft, Railway, Ship Propulsion and Road Vehicles and International Transportation Electrification Conference, ESARS-ITEC 2016

Conference

Conference2016 International Conference on Electrical Systems for Aircraft, Railway, Ship Propulsion and Road Vehicles and International Transportation Electrification Conference, ESARS-ITEC 2016
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityToulouse
Period2/11/164/11/16

Keywords

  • Analytical solution
  • Halbach array
  • permanent magnets

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Automotive Engineering
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Transportation

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