Multiphase Induction Motor Drive for Energy and Electrical Transportation Applications

Abstract

Multiphase motors are induction motors in which stator has more than three phases. These motor drives (more than three phases) have attracted more attention in recent automation as they possess several advantages over conventional three-phase drives such as lower space-harmonic content, can operate even during phase open fault, higher torque density, and higher efficiency. For applications operating with electric cars, multiphase system could satisfy potential demand for electric drive systems of power, which are both robust and energy efficient. This paper presents dynamic modeling of five-phase induction motor drive, also simulation results of a five phase induction machine supplied from a five phase inverter.