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Switched reluctance motor drive circuit evaluation criteria for vehicle efficiency responsiveness

This thesis intends to examine the principles of operation for switched reluctance machines (SRM) and examine the power electronic drive circuits that control them, in order provide a basis of understanding for evaluating total drive efficiency and responsiveness potential. This document specifically examines the characteristics of a motor drive circuit which affect motor and converter efficiency and driving performance. A drive topology suited for efficient operation and excellent responsiveness is proposed. Finally, a SRM drive system model for evaluating these systems in simulation is described as a tool for comparative evaluations in future work. The end goal of this work is to provide a foundation of knowledge for future work, developing in-wheel, SRM-based, high performance hybrid electric drivetrains in future ground combat vehicles which are modular, possess an open architecture for upgrades, and operate with high efficiency and improved mobility. / text

Identiferoai:union.ndltd.org:UTEXAS/oai:repositories.lib.utexas.edu:2152/20640
Date02 July 2013
CreatorsCunningham, John David
Source SetsUniversity of Texas
Languageen_US
Detected LanguageEnglish
Formatapplication/pdf

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