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213 articles for “Motor drive”
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Voice Recognized D.C. Motor Drive
Abstract: Speed controlling of a DC motor is a very important as DC motor is very useful in many industrial applications. The advancement in solid state devices has made DC motor speed regulation easier and smoother. The variation in speed can be easily obtained by the help of PWM technique where the gate pulse monitors the speed. In recent times voice automated systems are becoming very common in our day to …
Published in Journal of Electronic Design Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 29–36 Read article
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Performance Analysis of LCI and VSI Fed Induction Motor Drive
Abstract: In this paper combination of a load-commutated inverter (LCI) and a voltage-source inverter (VSI) are employed for performance analysis of induction motor drive. Performance of the drive has been evaluated through the different variation in reference speed and load torque. proposed LCI-based induction motor drives include the following Advantages: (1) sinusoidal motor phase current and voltage based on the instantaneous motor speed control; (2) fast dynamic response by the VSI …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 12, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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Improvement of Indirect Vector Control Induction Motor Drive Performance under Low Speed Operation using Five-Level Inverter
Abstract: The dynamic performance of vector controlled induction motor drive is poor and peak motor torque decreases under low speed operation. This reduction in torque is due to the non-linearity of voltage to frequency (Hz) during low frequency operation. The non-linearity is caused by stator voltage drop which in turn requires a larger percentage of overall terminal voltage. To overcome these problems multilevel inverter fed induction motor drive is presented in …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–15 Read article
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PFC-BL-CSC Converter Fed Sensorless BLDC Motor Drive
Abstract: BLDC motors drives have gained importance due to power quality improvements and high efficiency. In low and medium power applications, it is mostly preferred. The speed control and power factor correction of the BLDC motor drive is achieved using a PFC converter. Here a bridgeless CSC converter is used. This configuration has numbers of advantages over other configurations of the converter. In this paper, position sensing is done based on …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 27–33 Read article
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DC Motor Speed Control Using Arduino & L298N Motor Driver
Abstract: The focus of this project is on developing a DC motor speed controller using an Arduino microcontroller and an L298N motor driver module. The goal is to create a flexible and effective system that can control the speed, direction of a DC motor through PWM signals generated by the Arduino. The project utilizes the Arduino platform for its flexibility, ease of programming, and wide availability of resources, while the L298N …
Published in Journal of Mechatronics and Automation · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Design and Simulation of Z-Source Inverter Fed Brushless DC Motor Drive Supplied With Fuel Cell for Automotive Applications
Abstract: This paper presents design and simulation of Z-source inverter fed brushless DC motor drive supplied with fuel cell for automotive applications. The brushless DC (BLDC) motor are used due to many advantages such as high efficiency, high torque, high reliability, high-power density, lower maintenance compared to other motors in electric transport applications. The BLDC motor drive is with voltage source inverter (VSI) or current source inverter (CSI) because of low …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 60–71 Read article
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Generalized Rail Clamping Sequences Based PWM (GRCPWM) Algorithm for Direct Torque Controlled Induction Motor Drive
Abstract: The paper presents Rail Clamping Sequence based Pulse Width Modulation (RCPWM) algorithms applied to Direct Torque Control (DTC) of induction motor drive. This RCPWM based DTC retains all the advantages of conventional DTC (CDTC), moreover it eliminates the complexity involved in SVPWM algorithm and results in reduced current ripple at higher modulation indices and lowers the switching losses at all modulation indices. To validate the proposed method, simulation through MATLAB …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 38–59 Read article
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Sensorless Direct Power Control of Brushless DC Motor Drive using Unknown Input Speed Observer
Abstract: This paper proposes the speed control of brushless DC (BLDC) motor via direct power control (DPC) method as a novel and effective strategy in electrical drives applications. The DPC has some advantages rather than other control methods of BLDC motor including simpler control algorithm and faster dynamic response. In proposed BLDC motor drive based on DPC strategy, space vector modulation (SVM) voltage source inverter is employed. To enhance the drive …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 31–41 Read article
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Performance Analysis of Conventional Direct Torque Control Strategy for Wide Range Speed Control of Induction Motor Drives
Abstract: Decoupled control of induction motor drives is possible using Direct Torque Control (DTC) method which is very simple control approach paralleled to field oriented control. It is very good alternative for applications like traction or automobile where direct torque control is needed. But speed control from zero to rated or even beyond rated speed is required in such applications. Torque ripples, variable switching frequency and poor low speed performance are …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 36–45 Read article
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Minimization of Steady State Error of DC Motor Drive Using PID Controller
Abstract: As it is the time of advanced technology, machinery implementation is increasing very rapidly. Industries always work with the implemented technology which gives the fast and accurate response of the system. This paper includes the dc motor speed controlling using the PID controller. Close loop control system and electrical drives have the advantageous system for the technology. DC motor is used for getting best and easiest speed and torque control …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 8, Issue 2, 2018 · pp. 25–29 Read article
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Speed Estimator for Sensorless Field-Oriented Control Induction Motor Drive Using Intelligent Neural Networks
Abstract: This paper presents a novel approach to the field-oriented control (FOC) of induction motor drives. It discusses the introduction of artificial neural networks (ANNs) for decoupling control of induction motors using FOC principles. The neural network has been then designed and trained online by employing a back propagation network (BPN) algorithm. The estimator was designed and simulated in Matlab/Simulink. Simulation result shows a good performance of speed estimator. Simulation results …
Published in Journal of Control & Instrumentation · Vol. 6, Issue 3, 2015 · pp. 42–49 Read article
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A Study on Precision Blood Propulsion in Motor-Driven Artificial Hearts
Abstract: The development of biocompatible, energy-efficient pumping mechanisms is pivotal for advancing artificial heart (AH) technology. This study explores a motor-driven centrifugal pump designed to replicate the physiological dynamics of natural ventricles while mitigating complications associated with conventional axial and pulsatile systems. The proposed system employs a brushless DC motor with closed-loop control, integrated with pressure and flow sensors to modulate rotational speed (RPM) and generate biomimetic cardiac output. The suggested …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 53–59 Read article
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Torque Ripple Minimization of High-Power Fed Induction Motor Drive Using Low Switching Frequency
Abstract: Multi-level inverter has emerged as an important topology in the area of high-power-medium voltage energycontrol applications due to its several advantages such as its good harmonic rejection capability, betteroutput voltage with reduced ripple, reduction of voltage ratings of the power semiconductor switchingdevices and also the reduced electro-magnetic interference problems, etc. This paper presents the torqueripple minimization and the performance under different operating conditions (dynamic and steady state) ofindirect vector-controlled high-power …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 1, Issue 1-2-3, 2011 · pp. 72–83 Read article
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Direct Power Control of Brushless DC Motor Drive
Abstract: Recently, due to significant increase in demands of electric motors, design and manufacturing of high efficiency motors and related variable speed drives have been regarded by many suppliers. Among several kinds of motors, the brushless DC (BLDC) motor has many advantages including high torque capability. In this paper, for the first time, the possibilities of direct power control (DPC) of BLDC motors fed by a voltage source inverter have been …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2014 · pp. 13–24 Read article
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Advanced Rail Clamping PWM Based Space Vector Algorithm for DTC Induction Motor Drive
Abstract: This paper proposes a generalized method to pulse generation using advanced rail clamping pulse width modulation (ARCPWM) sequences. The proposed space vector approach to pulse generation is generalized for various PWM sequences. The present paper considers two advanced PWM sequences viz, 0121 and 7212. The performance of various ARCPWM methods utilizing these two sequences is analyzed on a direct torque controlled (DTC) induction motor drive for a superior steady state …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 7, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 41–59 Read article
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Torque Ripple Reduction in Induction Motor Drive Using Direct Torque Control Technique with Space Vector Modulation
Abstract: Three phase squirrel cage induction motor drives are widely used in industries for variable speed applications. This paper proposes the design and simulation of an induction motor (IM) drive with DTC-SVM (Direct Torque Control–Space Vector Modulation). The IGBT/Diode inverter switches are controlled by the DTC-SVM technique. The synthesis of vector selection table depends on the rotational direction of the stator flux vector. The control algorithm in DTC-SVM methods are based …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 5, Issue 1, 2015 · pp. 33–39 Read article
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Brushless DC Motor Drive System with Reduced DC-Link Capacitor for Reduction in Torque Ripple
Abstract: Presence of large value of dc-link capacitance in a brushless DC motor (BLDCM) drive system leads to an increase in the weight and volume of the system. A combination of an IGBT switch along with a small value of DC-link capacitance is proposed in this paper. BLDCM will be supplied by DC-link capacitor and rectified mains supply alternately via DC-link IGBT chopping during the time when the output voltage of …
Published in Trends in Electrical Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 19–27 Read article
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Numerical Simulation and Characteristics Assessment of SPWM Based Permanent Magnet Motor Drive for Electrical Vehicle Applications
Abstract: In recent years, electric vehicles (EVs) have grown in popularity as the most practical alternative for helping to protect the environment and achieve great energy efficiency in transportation. Traction motors are the primary source of propulsion in electric vehicles. Excellent torque and power density, a wide speed range, high efficiency, and high dependability are all requirements. The most promising possibilities, which have been widely employed for EV (or hybrid EV) …
Published in Recent Trends in Electronics Communication Systems · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 36–53 Read article
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Neural Network Based Fractional Order PID Controller for Harmonic Mitigation of Induction Motor Drive System
Abstract: Torque produced in IM (induction Motor) is collected fundamental torque, however, due to core saturation, air gap irregularity, and winding distribution; stator and rotor slotting harmonics torque are produced. This reduces the quality of the power system, life span, and performance of the motor and the controller device. In this paper, a neural network, based fractional order proportional integral derivative (NNFOPID) controller is designed to compensate the harmonics of the …
Published in International Journal of Electrical Power and Machine Systems · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 23–41 Read article
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Direct Power Control of Induction Motor Drive
Abstract: Different variable frequency strategies have been developed for control of induction motors including V/f scalar control; field oriented control (FOC), and direct torque control (DTC). Recently, direct power control (DPC) has been developed to control dual-fed induction generators (DFIGs) and permanent magnet synchronous generators (PMSGs). In this paper, DPC is employed for speed control of induction motors fed by a voltage source inverter. DPC is basically similar to DTC method …
Published in Journal of Power Electronics and Power Systems · Vol. 4, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 48–55 Read article