Scaling Study of High Frequency Machine for Electric Aircraft Propulsion

Andy Yoon, Kiruba Haran

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Abstract

High-frequency, 'air-core' machine topologies is found to have advantages in specific power for high-speed applications. The benefit in lower weight of the motor is especially attractive when considered for aerospace application, such as electric propulsion for aircraft. In this paper, we explore how these machines scale to electric propulsion systems at a range of speeds. Analytical model used to calculate magnetic and electric loading is detailed. Iron loss and copper loss model characterization is presented. An evolutionary genetic algorithm is utilized to study the effect of speed on weight of the topology. The results show that the air-core topology mantains high specific power even at lower speeds.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2018 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2018
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages4439-4444
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781479973118
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 3 2018
Event10th Annual IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2018 - Portland, United States
Duration: Sep 23 2018Sep 27 2018

Publication series

Name2018 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2018

Other

Other10th Annual IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Exposition, ECCE 2018
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityPortland
Period9/23/189/27/18

Keywords

  • Air-gap winding
  • Electric aircraft
  • Electric propulsion
  • Electrical machines
  • High frequency
  • High power density
  • High specific power
  • Toothless topology

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Control and Optimization
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Hardware and Architecture
  • Information Systems and Management

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