Transient Performance Analysis of Self-Controlled Synchronous Motors

The transient performance of self-controlled synchronous motors which are used as variable speed motors in industries is analyzed considering two types of position sensor used in these motors. A set of equations valid for the transient state is first derived and represented in a block diagram. Based on these equations, mechanical and electrical transient responses of the motors in the case of a step change in input voltage are analyzed. It is shown that the transient responses differ remarkably depending on the type of position sensor used. The transient characteristics of margin angle of commutation of thyristors are then compared in detail with the steady-state ones. It is shown that the thyristors in the inverter are commutated more successfully in the transient state than in the steady state when compared at the same dc input current. Finally, the transient responses in the case of a step change in load torque are investigated.