Optimum Design of TFLM with Constraint to Maximize Thrust Force, Minimize Detent Force for Weight Reduction Using Characteristic Function
This paper presents optimum design of transverse flux linear motor(TFLM) for household electric refrigerator. We use a characteristic function, table of orthogonal array and three-dimensional equivalent magnetic circuit network (EMCN) method to explain correlations between the objective function and design variables, maximize thrust force and minimize detent force for weight reduction. This paper procedure is validated by the comparison between experimental and calculation results
Analytical design and analysis procedure for a transverse flux machine
A transverse flux machine (TFM) offers a higher specific torque and power density than a conventional radial flux machine, though at a cost of a poorer power factor. This paper provides an analytical approach to dimension an application-specific TFM and analyse its performance for first order calculations. Important features of TFMs are also outlined to facilitate an understanding of its operation and design. The design is explained with reference to an arbitrarily chosen application; a TFM wind generator. Only a surface mounted, single sided, outer rotor TFM generator design is treated. The method can however be equally applied to other types of TFMs, with proper adjustments of the analytical models.
Design of a Ceiling Glass Installation Robot
Building materials and components are much larger and heavier than many industrial materials. Ceiling glass is a type of building material for interior finishing. The demand for larger ceiling glass has increased along with the number of high-rise buildings and an increased interest in interior design. The objective of the study is to introduce robotic technology for installing ceiling glass on construction site. Robotically installed ceiling glass is receiving special attention because of the difficulties in moving to high installation positions and handling fragile building materials. Below, we describe the design of a ceiling glass installation robot. After analyzing a target project, we establish a design concept for a proposed robot. Finally, we describe the detailed design of the robot.