Modern AC Motor Control: Control Techniques & Topologies
by N. Benba
American School in Japan, Tokyo, Japan
Publication date: August 14, 2024
American School in Japan, Tokyo, Japan
Publication date: August 14, 2024
DOI: http://doi.org/10.34614/JIYRC202401
ABSTRACT
The need for efficient and cost-effective ways of performing everyday tasks has led to the invention of several processes and devices such as the electric motor. Optimizing the operation of a motor is important to achieve great performance. Among other factors, the control strategies employed, the architecture of the motor, and intended areas of application play a significant role in optimizing the efficiency of electric motors. This paper will focus on the primary factors of electric motor control by investigating their benefits and disadvantages on motor performance. In this review, widely employed control techniques such as Direct Torque Control (DTC), Field Oriented Control (FOC), and Model Predictive Control (MPC) are introduced. The architecture choices, such as rotor/stator configurations, winding patterns and axis of rotation, and intended areas of application that could affect the motor’s operation are also presented.
The need for efficient and cost-effective ways of performing everyday tasks has led to the invention of several processes and devices such as the electric motor. Optimizing the operation of a motor is important to achieve great performance. Among other factors, the control strategies employed, the architecture of the motor, and intended areas of application play a significant role in optimizing the efficiency of electric motors. This paper will focus on the primary factors of electric motor control by investigating their benefits and disadvantages on motor performance. In this review, widely employed control techniques such as Direct Torque Control (DTC), Field Oriented Control (FOC), and Model Predictive Control (MPC) are introduced. The architecture choices, such as rotor/stator configurations, winding patterns and axis of rotation, and intended areas of application that could affect the motor’s operation are also presented.
