Abstract :
In this study, the e ect of parametric variation of pole arc o set distance on
the performance of a Permanent-Magnet Synchronous Generator (PMSG) used in wind
energy applications has been investigated. Fourier analyses of the voltage wave-shapes
that are obtained by the parametric variation of the pole arc o set value have been made.
The THD is determined for each voltage wave-shape. As a result of optimization study,
the eciency and output power have been kept approximately constant. The THD of the
output voltage has decreased.
