Instantaneous torque control of switched reluctance motors

Author

Yinghui Lu, University of Tennessee

Date of Award

8-2002

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Electrical Engineering

Major Professor

John N. Chiasson

Committee Members

Leon M. Tolbert, Jack S. Lawler

Abstract

The Switched Reluctance (SR) motor is an old member of the electric machine family. Its simple structure, ruggedness, and inexpensive manufacturability make them attractive for industrial applications. However, these merits are overshadowed by its inherently high torque ripple, acoustic noise, and difficulty to control [ 1 ]. This thesis investigated the implementation of an instantaneous torque control method reported in the literature. The simulation and experimental results illustrate the capability of SR motors being used in servo systems. Based on experimental data, the advantages of this control method and its disadvantages in practical implementation were studied.

Recommended Citation

Lu, Yinghui, "Instantaneous torque control of switched reluctance motors. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 2002.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/5956