Title :
Field analysis and optimization of NdFeB axial field permanent magnet motors
Author_Institution :
Imaging Res. & Adv. Dev., Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY, USA
fDate :
9/1/1997 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
A formula is presented for optimizing the magnetic field in NdFeB axial field permanent magnet motors. This formula which is based on a three-dimensional analytical analysis is readily programmed and ideal for parametric analysis. It is demonstrated via application to a practical motor geometry
Keywords :
boron alloys; iron alloys; machine theory; magnetic fields; neodymium alloys; optimisation; permanent magnet motors; permanent magnets; NdFeB; axial field permanent magnet motors; magnetic field analysis; magnetic field optimisation; motor geometry; parametric analysis; three-dimensional analysis; Coils; Geometrical optics; Geometry; Magnetic analysis; Magnetic flux; Nonlinear optics; Optical imaging; Permanent magnet motors; Polarization; Torque;
Journal_Title :
Magnetics, IEEE Transactions on