Electromagnetic force characteristics in long-stator PM linear launcher with non-ideal mechanical air gap condition

Mingna Ma, Liyi Li, He Zhu, C. C. Chan

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Abstract

The designs of long-stator permanent magnet (PM) linear launcher are widely adopted modular segments to simplify system and reduce energy losses. The assembled segments structure causes non-ideal mechanical air gap condition inevitably, and it brings significant effects on electromagnetic performance. Hence, this paper investigates electromagnetic force characteristics in longstator PM linear motor with non-ideal mechanical air gap condition. First, the non-ideal mechanical air gap conditions are categorized, and then corresponding calculated models by finite element method are proposed. The influence of non-ideal air gap conditions on electromagnetic thrust, detent force and normal force characteristics are analyzed respectively. These studies can provide references to operational analysis and assembly process of electromagnetic launcher based on long-stator PM linear motor.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationConference Proceedings - EML 2014 17th International Symposium on Electromagnetic Launch Technology
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781479927333
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 10 Oct 2014
Event2014 17th International Symposium on Electromagnetic Launch Technology, EML 2014 - San Diego, United States
Duration: 7 Jul 201411 Jul 2014

Publication series

NameConference Proceedings - EML 2014 17th International Symposium on Electromagnetic Launch Technology

Conference

Conference2014 17th International Symposium on Electromagnetic Launch Technology, EML 2014
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CitySan Diego
Period7/07/1411/07/14

Keywords

  • electromagnetic force
  • finite element method
  • mechanical air gap
  • PM linear motor

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Computer Networks and Communications

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