Linear Synchronous Motors ─ Transportation and Automation Systems

Considered to be the first book devoted to the subject, Linear Synchronous Motors: Transportation and Automation Systems, Second Edition evaluates the state of the art, demonstrating the technological innovations that are improving the design, construction, and performance of modern control systems. This new edition not only illustrates the development of linear synchronous motor drives, but it also discusses useful techniques for selecting a motor that will meet the specific requirements of linear electrical drives.

New Features for the Second Edition:


Several updated and expanded sections, as well as two new chapters on FEM


Even more numerical examples, calculations, and mathematical models


Broadened target audience that includes researchers, scientists, students, and more


Evaluating trends and practical techniques for achieving optimal system performance, the authors showcase ready-to-implement solutions for common roadblocks in this process. The book presents fundamental equations and calculations used to determine and evaluate system operation, efficiency, and reliability, with an exploration of modern computer-aided design of linear synchronous motors, including the finite element approach. It covers topics such as linear sensors and stepping motors, magnetic levitation systems, elevators, and factory automation systems. It also features case studies on flat PM, tubular PM, air-cored, and hybrid linear synchronous motors, as well as 3D finite element method analysis of tubular linear reluctance motors, and linear oscillatory actuators.
With such an exceptional presentation of practical tools and conceptual illustrations, this volume is an especially powerful resource. It will benefit readers from all walks by providing numerical examples, models, guidelines, and diagrams to help develop a clear understanding of linear synchronous motor operations, characteristics, and much more.

Jacek F. Gieras graduated in 1971 from the Technical University of Lodz, Poland, with distinction. In 1980, he received his Ph.D degree in Electrical Engineering (Electrical Machines) in 1975, and the Dr habil. degree (corresponding to DSc), also in Electrical Engineering, from the University of Technology, Poznan, Poland. His research area is Electrical Machines, Drives, Electromagnetics, Power Systems, and Railway Engineering. In 1987 he was promoted to the rank of full professor. Since 1998 he has been affiliated with United Technologies Corporation, USA. In 2007 he also joined the University of Technology and Life Sciences in Bydgoszcz, Poland, as a full professor. An IEEE fellow, Prof. Gieras has authored and co-authored 11 books of international standing and more than 250 scientific and technical papers. In addition, he holds 30 patents.

Zbigniew (Jerry) Piech graduated in 1975 from the Technical University of Wroclaw, Poland. He received his Ph.D degree in Electrical Engineering in 1981, also from the Technical University of Wroclaw. From 1975 to 1989 he was an academic staff member of the Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Technology and Life Sciences, Bydgoszcz, Poland. He joined United Technologies Corporation in 1990.

His major contributions in the area of electric machines and power systems include development of a series of modern permanent magnet brushless motors for Otis Elevator Company. During the past 10 years he has had a leading role in establishing permanent magnet motor technology for the company. Dr Piech authored and coauthored 20 publications and holds 14 patents in the area of electric machine design and controls.

Bronislaw Z. Tomczuk graduated in 1977 from the Opole University of Technology, Poland, with honors. He received his PhD and Dr habil. (corresponding to DSc) degrees from the Technical University of Lodz, Poland, in 1985 and 1995, respectively. Since 1978, he has been on the academic staff of the Technical University of Opole, Poland, and he was promoted to full professor in 2007. His area of interest is 3D mathematical modeling of electromagnetic fields using numerical methods and its applications to CAD of transformers, linear motors, actuators, magnetic bearings, and other electromagnetic devices. He has authored or coauthored five books and more than 170 scientific and technical articles, and he holds 10 patents. He is also a recipient of the Gold Cross of Merit from the President of Poland.

Topologies and Selection
Definitions, Geometry, and Thrust Generation
Linear Synchronous Motor Topologies
Calculation of Forces
Linear Motion
Selection of Linear Motors

Materials and Construction
Materials
Laminated Ferromagnetic Cores
Permanent Magnets
Conductors
Insulation Materials
Principles of Superconductivity
Superconducting Wires
Laminated Stacks
Armature Windings of Slotted Cores
Slotless Armature Systems
Electromagnetic Excitation Systems
Permanent Magnet Excitation Systems
Superconducting Excitation Systems
Hybrid Linear Stepping Motors

Theory of Linear Synchronous Motors
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors
Motors with Superconducting Excitation Coils
Double-Sided LSM with Inner Moving Coil
Variable Reluctance Motors
Switched Reluctance Motors

FEM Analysis
Fundamental Equations of Electromagnetic Field
FEM Modeling
Time-Stepping FEM Analysis
FEM Analysis of Three-Phase PM LSM

Hybrid and Special Linear Permanent Magnet Motors
Permanent Magnet Hybrid Motors
Five-Phase Permanent Magnet Linear Synchronous Motors
Tubular Linear Reluctance Motors
Linear Oscillatory Actuators

Motion Control
Control of AC Motors
EMF and Thrust of PM Synchronous and Brushless Motors
Model of PM Motor in dq Reference Frame
Thrust and Speed Control of PM Motors
Control of Hybrid Stepping Motors
Precision Linear Positioning

Sensors
Linear Optical Sensors
Linear Magnetic Encoders

High-Speed Maglev Transport
Electromagnetic and Electrodynamic Levitation
Transrapid System (Germany)
Yamanashi Maglev Test Line in Japan
American Urban Maglev
Swissmetro
Marine Express

Building and Factory Transportation Systems
Elevator Hoisting Machines
Ropeless Elevators
Horizontal Transportation Systems

Industrial Automation Systems
Automation of Manufacturing Processes
Ball Lead Screws
Linear Positioning Stages
Gantry Robots
Material Handling
Machining Processes
Welding and Thermal Cutting
Surface Treatment and Finishing
2D Orientation of Plastic Films
Testing
Industrial Laser Applications

Appendix A: Magnetic Circuits with Permanent Magnets
A.1 Approximation of Demagnetization Curve and Recoil Line
A.2 Operating Diagram

Appendix B: Calculations of Permeances
B.1 Field Plotting
B.2 Dividing the Magnetic Field into Simple Solids
B.3 Prisms and Cylinders Located in an Open Space

Appendix C: Performance Calculations for PM LSMs

Appendix D: Field-Network Simulation of Dynamic
　
Patents