Dynamic performance prediction of switched reluctance motor using field-circuit-torque coupled model

A field-circuit-torque coupled time stepping FEM model is presented in this paper to predict the dynamic performance of switched reluctance motor. The magnetic field analysis adopts direct field-circuit coupled model with stator end-part winding inductance considered, and the couple between electromagnetic system and mechanical system utilizes a numerical iteration. The starting characteristics of a three phase, 12/8 poles SRM will be estimated by this model.