High-precision, two-dimensional planar motion is
often required in the manufacturing industry.
Switched Reluctance (SR) motor has a simple and
robust structure. However, due to its highly
nonlinear characteristics, it has not been used in
direct-drive, planar motion applications.
The aim of this book is to investigate the
feasibility of employing SR technology for
two-dimensional, high-precision, position control
applications. After a thorough performance prediction
from finite element analysis, a planar motor
prototype is built. In order to fully understand the
behavior of the prototype, detailed characterization
experiments have been carried out. After reviewing
various modeling techniques, the nonlinear
characteristics are explored and a model suitable for
the planar motor prototype is established. Although
some motor parameters are still required to be
optimized, the novel and unique direct-drive planar
SR machine is capable of achieving high-precision
position and trajectory control under selected
control algorithms.
often required in the manufacturing industry.
Switched Reluctance (SR) motor has a simple and
robust structure. However, due to its highly
nonlinear characteristics, it has not been used in
direct-drive, planar motion applications.
The aim of this book is to investigate the
feasibility of employing SR technology for
two-dimensional, high-precision, position control
applications. After a thorough performance prediction
from finite element analysis, a planar motor
prototype is built. In order to fully understand the
behavior of the prototype, detailed characterization
experiments have been carried out. After reviewing
various modeling techniques, the nonlinear
characteristics are explored and a model suitable for
the planar motor prototype is established. Although
some motor parameters are still required to be
optimized, the novel and unique direct-drive planar
SR machine is capable of achieving high-precision
position and trajectory control under selected
control algorithms.