Design optimization of short-stroke single-phase tubular permanent-magnet motor for refrigeration applications

Jiabin Wang, David Howe, Zhengyu Lin

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Abstract

This paper describes a design methodology to achieve optimal performance for a short-stroke single-phase tubular permanent-magnet motor which drives a reciprocating vapor compressor. The steady-state characteristic of the direct-drive linear-motor compressor system is analyzed, an analytical formula for predicting iron loss is presented, and a motor-design procedure which takes into account the effect of compressor loads under nominal operating condition is formulated. It is shown that the motor efficiency can be optimized with respect to two leading dimensional ratios. Experimental results validate the proposed design methodology.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)327-334
Number of pages8
JournalIEEE Transactions on Industrial Electronics
Volume57
Issue number1
Early online date19 Jun 2009
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2010

Keywords

  • linear machines
  • permanent-magnet machines
  • reciprocating compressors

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