Non-laminated magnetic actuators : modeling and performance limitations

Author:
Zhu, Lei, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Virginia
Advisors:
Knospe, Carl, EN-Mech & Aero Engr Dept, University of Virginia
Maslen, Eric H., School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Virginia
Iwasaki, Tetsuya, School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Virginia
Gillies, George, School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Virginia
Kasarda, Mary, School of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Virginia
Abstract:

Non-laminated magnetic actuators have wide applications such as metal conveyance and thrust magnetic bearings for rotating machinery. Although the geometries of such actuators are simple, their dynamics are very complex due to eddy currents, which result from the non-laminated construction and result in lower actuator bandwidth and dynamic stiffness. Understanding these dynamics is critical to the design of high performance actuators and the development of control algorithms for them.

Degree:
PHD (Doctor of Philosophy)
Keywords:
rotating machinery
Language:
English
Rights:
All rights reserved (no additional license for public reuse)
Issued Date:
2005