Finite element analysis of the forces developed on linear induction motors

Roberto A.H. De Oliveira, Dietmar Berger, Ludwig Schultz, Richard M. Stephan, Antonio C. Ferreira

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Abstract

Superconducting magnetic levitation (SML) vehicles use a levitation technology based on the diamagnetic property of Y-Ba-Cu-O blocks and the magnetic field of Nd-Fe-B magnets. Brazilian SML project MagLev-Cobra uses for the propulsion a short primary linear induction motor (LIM) with a squirrel cage secondary type. SupraTrans 2, the Germany MagLev vehicle, uses a short primary motor with secondary with copper plate and back-iron. Both motors assembly contribute to increase the levitation force. Brazilian tests with one levitating module on a 12 m track have shown a variation of the levitation height with the motor loading. In this paper, 2D - 3D finite element analysis will be used to study lateral, levitation and traction forces. Simulation and experimental results will be compared.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2015 IEEE 13th Brazilian Power Electronics Conference and 1st Southern Power Electronics Conference, COBEP/SPEC 2016
PublisherIEEE
ISBN (Electronic)9781479987795
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 31 Dec 2015
Event13th IEEE Brazilian Power Electronics Conference and 1st Southern Power Electronics Conference, COBEP/SPEC 2016 - Fortaleza, Brazil
Duration: 29 Nov 20152 Dec 2015

Publication series

Name2015 IEEE 13th Brazilian Power Electronics Conference and 1st Southern Power Electronics Conference, COBEP/SPEC 2016

Conference

Conference13th IEEE Brazilian Power Electronics Conference and 1st Southern Power Electronics Conference, COBEP/SPEC 2016
Country/TerritoryBrazil
CityFortaleza
Period29/11/152/12/15

Bibliographical note

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Keywords

  • Finite Element Analysis
  • Linear Induction Motor
  • Superconducting Magnetic Levitation

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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