Modeling and static analysis of primary consequent-pole tubular transverse-flux flux-reversal linear machine

Abstract

A novel primary consequent-pole tubular transverse-flux flux-reversal linear machine (TTFFRLM) is proposed in this paper. The permanent magnets (PMs) of the machine are located on the inner surface of the short teeth of the primary iron cores for reducing the amount of PM in long stroke drive systems, and the primary is easily manufactured. The structure and principle of this machine are analyzed in detail. Based on the unit machine, a no-load equivalent magnetic circuit model is established by using the magnetic circuit method. Then, the equations of the no-load back electromotive force (back-EMF) and the electromagnetic thrust force are deduced. The simulation models of the unit machine are established by equivalent 2D finite element method (FEM) for saving computation time, and the static characteristics, including the flux field, the no-load back-EMF, and the electromagnetic thrust force, are analyzed. Detailed simulation and experimental results of a three-phase 4-poles 12-slots machine are given. The results verify the correctness and effectiveness of topology, model, and analysis method of the proposed TTFFRLM. Compared with the conventional TTFFRLM, the proposed prototype has the advantages of a lower cost and smaller electromagnetic thrust force ripple.