On-line parameter estimation of a magnetic bearing

This article presents a parameter estimation algorithm for a magnetic bearing. Such process are inherently unstable systems with strongly nonlinear dynamics. Here, a simplified model of the magnetic bearing is developed. This enables to obtain a linear expression with respect to the unknown parameters. These parameters are measurable with difficulties, and may slightly vary over time. The expression of the estimates is written as a function of integrals of the inputs and outputs of the system. The simulations and the experiments show a fast and robust on-line identification.