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Implementation of segment switching on a long primary segmented linear induction motor
In this master thesis, the student will investigate the strategy for the switching of
long primary motor segments, the transient effects caused by it, possible mitigation
measures (i.e. filters) and propose a hardware setup for the final configuration.
Keywords: Hyperloop, linear electric motor, transient phenomena, filters, circuit
simulation
Hyperloop is the next evolution of rail-based transportation, combining the speed of aircraft
and the efficiency of the railway industry. EuroTube is focusing on the implementation of
hyperloop infrastructure, with the first step being the DemoTube test track in Dübendorf,
Switzerland. In DemoTube, test vehicles will be propelled by a track mounted, long primary
linear induction motor (LIM). A track mounted motor solves the problem of transferring
electrical power to a vehicle within a vacuum tube and drastically reduces the weight of the
vehicle. However, the long primary needs to be split into segments to ensure the efficient
operation of the motor. In this master thesis, the student will investigate the strategy for the
switching of the motor segments, the transient effects caused by it, possible mitigation
measures (i.e. filters) and propose a hardware setup for the final configuration in the test track.
Hyperloop is the next evolution of rail-based transportation, combining the speed of aircraft and the efficiency of the railway industry. EuroTube is focusing on the implementation of hyperloop infrastructure, with the first step being the DemoTube test track in Dübendorf, Switzerland. In DemoTube, test vehicles will be propelled by a track mounted, long primary linear induction motor (LIM). A track mounted motor solves the problem of transferring electrical power to a vehicle within a vacuum tube and drastically reduces the weight of the vehicle. However, the long primary needs to be split into segments to ensure the efficient operation of the motor. In this master thesis, the student will investigate the strategy for the switching of the motor segments, the transient effects caused by it, possible mitigation measures (i.e. filters) and propose a hardware setup for the final configuration in the test track.
Internal supervisor Prof. Dr. Jürgen Biela, HPE lab, External supervisor Ioannis Stavropoulos, R&D Electrical Hardware Engineer, EuroTube
Internal supervisor Prof. Dr. Jürgen Biela, HPE lab, External supervisor Ioannis Stavropoulos, R&D Electrical Hardware Engineer, EuroTube
Literature review on induction motors, transient phenomena and filters, Simulation of the electrical circuit and determination of the best
possible switching strategy and hardware, Optional: Proposal of electrical hardware, Summary of the results and compilation of a written report
Literature review on induction motors, transient phenomena and filters, Simulation of the electrical circuit and determination of the best possible switching strategy and hardware, Optional: Proposal of electrical hardware, Summary of the results and compilation of a written report
Electrical engineering student, Knowledge of power electronics and electrical motors, High motivation and interest in the topic, Able to work independently and be creative, Experience or interest in learning circuit simulation tools
Electrical engineering student, Knowledge of power electronics and electrical motors, High motivation and interest in the topic, Able to work independently and be creative, Experience or interest in learning circuit simulation tools
A5_IS_Implementation_of_segment_switching_on_long_primary_segmented_linear_induction_motor.pdf
