Design and evaluation of a linear switched reluctance actuator for positioning tasks

Authors : António Eduardo Vitória Do Espírito SANTO, Maria Do Rosário CALADO

Pages : 925-942

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Publication Date : 0000-00-00

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This paper presents the development of a new linear switched reluctance actuator and confirms its applicability to perform positioning tasks. After the explanation of the actuator working principle and the presentation of its electromechanical topology, an analysis is accomplished using a finite elements tool. Based on the theoretical results, an experimental prototype that can develop 150 N was constructed. Its behaviour is observed under two different control methods implemented with microcontrollers. Initially, position is controlled applying a single pulse-driving scheme. Meanwhile, significant improvements are obtained with the introduction of a sliding-mode controller, allowing movements with 1 mm of resolution.
Keywords : Actuator design, linear switched reluctance, position control, sliding mode