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Understanding Speed Control Methods of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors

2024-01-18 11:32:38

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Permanent magnet synchronous motors are highly regarded for their high efficiency, low noise and reliability. Speed control is an integral part of getting the best performance out of a permanent magnet synchronous motor. Just as each of us has our own rhythm and speed, permanent magnet synchronous motors need to adjust their speed according to specific application conditions in order to meet the needs and achieve the best results.

Fundamentals of permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control

A permanent magnet synchronous motor is a special type of motor whose rotor consists of permanent magnets that interact with the windings on the stator to produce a magnetic field. During the operation of a permanent magnet synchronous motor, speed control is the key to achieving precise control and performance optimization. The basic principles of permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control are as follows:

Magnetic field synchronization:

The rotor magnetic field of a permanent magnet synchronous motor moves in synchronization with the rotating magnetic field generated by the stator, and this synchronous movement is achieved by controlling the current in the stator winding. When the stator winding is energized, the magnetic field generated interacts with the magnetic field of the permanent magnet, causing the rotor to follow the rotating magnetic field in synchronous motion. By adjusting the size and direction of the current in the stator winding, the rotational speed of the magnetic field can be controlled, thus realizing the speed control of the permanent magnet synchronous motor.

Closed-loop control system:

In order to achieve more accurate and stable speed control, permanent magnet synchronous motors typically use closed-loop control systems. The closed-loop control system feeds back the error signal to the controller by measuring the motor speed and comparing it to a set target speed. The controller adjusts the stator winding current according to the error signal so that the motor speed gradually approaches the set value and remains within the set range.

 

Common permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control methods

Traditional PID control:

Traditional PID control is a simple and widely used permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control method. This control method calculates a control quantity by comparing the error between the set speed and the actual speed, and then converts this control quantity into an adjustment quantity of the stator winding current.The PID controller adjusts the stator winding current according to the magnitude of the error and the rate of change, so that the motor speed is gradually close to the set value.The PID control is simple and easy to realize, but there may be some limitations in the fast response and anti-interference ability. This method is suitable for applications that do not require high control accuracy, such as pumps and other applications with light loads.

Vector control:

Vector control is a permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control method based on current vector. It realizes the control of motor speed by decomposing the stator winding current into two components on orthogonal axes (magnetic and rotary axes) and controlling the magnitude and phase of these two components separately. Vector control has good dynamic response and high control accuracy, and can realize fast and accurate speed control. It is suitable for applications where control accuracy is required and the load is heavy.

Direct Torque Control (DTC):

Direct torque control is a permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control method based on magnetic chain and torque. It measures the magnetic chain and torque of the motor directly and calculates the appropriate stator winding current according to the set target torque and speed. the DTC controller can track the changes of the magnetic chain and torque of the motor in real time and adjust the stator winding current with high precision, thus realizing accurate control of the motor speed. the DTC has the advantages of fast response, high dynamic performance, and resistance to load perturbation, but it is relatively complicated and requires high computational resources for the controller. DTC has the advantages of fast response, high dynamic performance and resistance to load disturbance, but it is relatively complex and requires high computational resources of the controller. It is suitable for applications requiring high control accuracy and dynamic performance, such as machine tools and other applications with large load variations.

Model Predictive Control (MPC):

Model predictive control is a mathematical model-based speed control method for permanent magnet synchronous motors. It predicts the state and behavior of the motor in a future period of time by building a mathematical model of the motor system and generates an optimal control strategy by performing optimization calculations based on the set control objectives.The MPC controller can consider several factors, such as the dynamic characteristics of the motor, constraints and control objectives, to achieve high-performance speed control.MPC is suitable for occasions with high requirements for control accuracy and dynamic performance. MPC is suitable for applications with high requirements for control accuracy and dynamic performance.

 

Conclusion

Permanent magnet synchronous motor speed control technology is an important research area with a wide range of practical applications. Different control methods have shown better performance and reliability in different industrial applications, providing precise speed control for motor systems. Through continuous research and innovation, further breakthroughs in speed control of permanent magnet synchronous motors will be achieved. This provides a more efficient, reliable and environmentally friendly solution for industrial applications.

 

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