Thermal-electromagnetic analysis of solid rotor induction machine

L. Papini, C. Gerada

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6 Citations (Scopus)

Abstract

The increasing demand for high speed, direct drive systems is driving a significant research effort on high speed electrical machines. Thermal management becomes a significant aspect to deal with as power loss per cooling surface area reduces as speed increases. Solid rotor induction machines are often considered at the high end of the speed spectrum as they offer a mechanically robust rotor structure. The current density distribution within their rotor structure typically results in high rotor losses and a significant portion of the total machine losses. In such machines the current distribution in the rotor itself is highly dependent on the rotor resistance and hence on the rotor temperature distribution. This paper will detail an effective model coupling both the electromagnetic and thermal domains to simulate operation of solid rotor induction machines.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014
PublisherInstitution of Engineering and Technology
ISBN (Print)9781849198158
Publication statusPublished - 2014
Event7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Duration: 8 Apr 201410 Apr 2014

Publication series

Name7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014

Conference

Conference7th IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, PEMD 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityManchester
Period8/04/1410/04/14

Keywords

  • Analytical model
  • Finite difference
  • Induction machine
  • Solid rotor
  • Thermal analysis

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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