Rotary Electric Machine Pre-Magnetization Feedback Control

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing rotating electrical machines face inefficiencies in pre-magnetization due to uncertainties in electrical conditions and variable voltage systems, leading to suboptimal energy consumption and prolonged pre-magnetization times.

Innovation Solution

A rotating electrical machine with means to measure electrical quantities such as current or voltage, initiating the rotating magnetic field generation when specific thresholds are reached or durations are met, ensuring precise and optimal rotor magnetization.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Loss of time

If a predetermined delay is used for pre-magnetization timing, then the starting of the electric machine is anticipated, but the pre-magnetization time is not optimal and energy consumption increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepre-magnetization timeVSAvoidenergy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
Loss of timeVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent uses feedback by measuring the actual current in the rotor winding and using this measurement to determine when to initiate stator excitation. The control system continuously monitors the electrical quantity (current or voltage) and adjusts the timing of rotating magnetic field generation based on real-time feedback, ensuring optimal pre-magnetization timing that adapts to actual system conditions rather than relying on fixed predetermined delays.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transforms the static predetermined delay approach into a dynamic timing system that adapts to variable voltage conditions. By measuring electrical quantities in real-time and adjusting the pre-magnetization duration based on actual current or voltage levels, the system dynamically optimizes the excitation timing to match the specific electrical conditions encountered during operation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If a fixed predetermined delay is applied for pre-magnetization, then the system can operate with simple timing control, but the pre-magnetization is insufficient or excessive under variable voltage conditions

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveadaptation to variable voltageVSAvoidcontrol system complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The control system incorporates feedback mechanisms that measure electrical quantities (current or voltage) during pre-magnetization and use these measurements to determine the optimal timing for initiating rotating magnetic field generation. This feedback-based approach enables the system to adapt to variable voltage conditions while maintaining relatively simple control logic that responds to actual system state rather than requiring complex predictive models.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #23Feedback

Solution Approach 2:

The system performs self-adjustment by using its own electrical measurements to control its own excitation timing. The control unit monitors the electrical quantity within the rotor circuit and automatically determines when sufficient magnetization has been achieved, eliminating the need for external intervention or complex timing calculations and enabling the system to self-optimize based on its actual operating conditions.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

This approach optimizes pre-magnetization time and energy consumption by adapting to variable voltage conditions, reducing magnetization time when voltage is high and ensuring sufficient magnetization regardless of external conditions.

Implementation Method 1

a first element capable of generating a rotating magnetic field with respect to the first element and a second element provided with a winding capable of being traversed by a current so that the rotating magnetic field drives the second element in rotation

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectRotating magnetic field: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 2

a pre-magnetization step is commonly carried out in which a voltage is applied to the terminals of the winding of the rotor, which gives rise to an increasing current in this last

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic induction: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentEP2158672B1Rotary electric machine and method for controlling same
Publication Date: 2017.11.29 VALEO EQUIP ELECTRIC MOTEUR
  • EP2158672B1 patent drawingFigure 1~2

AI summary

The invention relates to a rotary electric machine including a first member (10) capable of generating a rotating magnetic field relative to the first member and a second member (6) provided with a winding through which can flow a current so that the rotating magnetic field drives the second member in rotation. An electric value at least related to said current is measured (18) and the rotating magnetic field generation is initiated (12) at a predetermined moment based on the measured electric value. The invention also relates to a control method for the machine.