Modelling and simulation of the transient behaviour of heavy duty drive trains

This paper deals with the modelling and simulation of the dynamic behaviour of the complex heavy duty trains. The dynamic modelling of the drive train components is performed using the software tools specialized for the modelling of electrical and mechanical components. In order to perform a complete system simulation, the method of Co-simulation is used. As an example for the heavy duty drive train, belt conveyor drives used in open pit mines is considered. The electrical components are modelled using the software tool Matlab/Simulink®. The software tool ITI-Sim® is used for the modelling of mechanical components. The verification of the electrical and mechanical simulation model is carried out with the help of the measurements performed in an open pit mine. The simulated results are in good agreement with the measurement results. The paper concludes with the Co-simulation analysis of the three phase and two phase short circuit faults.