A practical method for estimating efficiency maps for PM machines using a reduced number of tests

Solmaz Kahourzade, Amin Mahmoudi, Wen L. Soong, Gianmario Pellegrino

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Abstract

Measuring the efficiency map of an electric machine is a complex and time-consuming process. This paper examines means for estimating the efficiency map of PM machines using a reduced number of tests. It uses a modified saturation model which gives good results even in the presence of high cross-saturation. It also models the iron loss variation with load and speed using curve fitting in the constant torque and power regions based on a limited number of load points. Both the flux-linkage and iron loss methods are applicable to finite element (FE) simulation and have the capability of being generalized to other electrical machine types. The results are verified both with FE simulation and experimental tests.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2019 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2019
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781728112497
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Oct 2019
Event2019 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2019 - Hanoi, Viet Nam
Duration: 14 Oct 201917 Oct 2019

Publication series

Name2019 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2019 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference2019 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference, VPPC 2019
Country/TerritoryViet Nam
CityHanoi
Period14/10/1917/10/19

Keywords

  • Efficiency maps
  • Loss modeling
  • No-load loss
  • Permanent magnet machines

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