Nonlinear Three-Phase Reluctance Synchronous Machine Modeling With
Extended Torque Equation
Abstract
Reluctance synchronous machines (RSMs) are characterized by high
nonlinearities, cross-coupling effects and high torque ripple. This
paper presents a nonlinear machine model of three-phase RSMs based on a
nonlinear electromagnetic model including iron losses and a novel
(extended) torque equation. The γ-component is used to consider
asymmetries. The novel torque model provides a precise approximation of
the machine’s torque ripple. Iron losses are covered as well. The
nonlinear machine model with extended torque equation is implemented
based on current, angle and speed dependent flux linkage and iron loss
maps. Finally, the nonlinear and extended machine model is validated by
comparing with state-of-the-art results obtained by finite-element
analysis (FEA).