A comparison between the TORUS and AFIR axial-flux permanent-magnet machine using finite element analysis

Amin Mahmoudi, Hew Wooi Ping, Nasrudin Abdul Rahim

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    Abstract

    This paper presents a comparison between TORUS and AFIR, the two topologies for double-sided axial-flux permanent-magnet machines. Their slotted and non-slotted topologies were investigated and compared in terms of power density and torque quality. The critical field analysis of the topologies was by finite element method. Results show TORUS topology's high power-density in high current-density and low electrical-loading. AFIR topology has high power in low current-density and high electrical-loading. Non-slotted TORUS and AFIR AFPM machines have negligible cogging torque and lower ripple torque than their slotted counterparts.

    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publication2011 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2011
    Pages242-247
    Number of pages6
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 14 Sept 2011
    Event2011 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2011 - Niagara Falls, ON, Canada
    Duration: 15 May 201118 May 2011

    Publication series

    Name2011 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2011

    Conference

    Conference2011 IEEE International Electric Machines and Drives Conference, IEMDC 2011
    Country/TerritoryCanada
    CityNiagara Falls, ON
    Period15/05/1118/05/11

    Keywords

    • axial-flux
    • permanent-magnet
    • slotless
    • slotted
    • wind generator

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