A novel hybrid-flux magnetic gear and its performance analysis using the 3-D finite element method

Yiduan Chen, Weinong Fu

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Abstract

This paper presents a novel hybrid-flux magnetic gear, which integrates a transverse-flux magnetic gear and an axial-flux magnetic gear into a single unit. Compared to its conventional counterparts, the proposed magnetic gear transmits a relatively high torque density. When compared to the transverse-flux magnetic gear, this new structure employs an extra iron segment between the low-speed rotor and high-speed rotor to modulate the magnetic field and contribute to the transmission of additional torque. A three-dimensional (3-D) finite element method (FEM) is used for the analysis of the magnetic field. In the paper a variables-decoupling method based on the sensitivity analysis of the design parameters is also presented to accelerate the optimization process of the proposed machine.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)3313-3327
Number of pages15
JournalEnergies
Volume8
Issue number5
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2015

Keywords

  • Design method
  • Finite element method
  • Hybrid-flux
  • Magnetic field
  • Magnetic gear
  • Optimization
  • Torque transmission

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Energy (miscellaneous)
  • Control and Optimization
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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