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Linear Induction Motor

The document describes a linear induction motor, which operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear force instead of torque. It is a non-contacting motor capable of high speeds up to 1800 inches per second. Linear induction motors develop perpendicular forces, one for thrust and one for levitation or attraction/repulsion. They are commonly used for conveying systems, cranes, baggage handling, and theme park rides due to their compact size, smooth operation, and reliability.

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Linear Induction Motor

The document describes a linear induction motor, which operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear force instead of torque. It is a non-contacting motor capable of high speeds up to 1800 inches per second. Linear induction motors develop perpendicular forces, one for thrust and one for levitation or attraction/repulsion. They are commonly used for conveying systems, cranes, baggage handling, and theme park rides due to their compact size, smooth operation, and reliability.

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Linear Induction Motor

Linear Induction
Motor
Rotary, squirrel cage induction motor,
split radially along its axis of rotation
and flatten out
is a linear induction motor that produces direct
linear force instead of torque
Linear Induction
Motor
 non-contacting, high speed, linear
motor that operates on the same
principle as a rotary, squirrel
cage, induction motor.
 capable of speeds up to 1800
in/sec [45 m/s]
 used in applications where
accurate positioning is not
required.
Construction
primary coil assembly and
 secondary (reaction plate )
Forces Produced
Forces Produced
 LEM’s develop two mutually perpendicular forces,
one in the direction of motion and the other
normal to the direction of motion.

 The normal force may be an attraction or a


repulsion force between the primary and
secondary. A machine in which the net force is
such that the secondary tends to be suspended
over the primary may be used mainly for
suspension and called a linear levitation machine
(LLM).

 Conversely, a machine used primarily for


producing thrust is called a linear motor

 Both LIM’s and LSM’s may be used a levitation or


Operation
 A variable frequency inverter will
provide velocity control of a linear
induction motor.

 A Linear Induction Motor (LIM)


equipped with a linear encoder -
point to point programmable
positioning
Advantages

Rotary vs. Linear


Rotary/Linear
Motors Linear Motor
Conversion
Direct thrust Rotary to linear
mechanism required
Minimal More maintenance
maintenance
No internal moving More wear
parts
Virtually silent Noisy
operation
Very low inertia Higher inertia
Higher Cost Low Cost
Less Common Widely Used
Advantages
 Small, compact – fits into smaller
spaces
 No backlash from gears or slippage
from belts – provides smooth operation
 Reliability – non-contact operation
reduces component wear and reduces
maintenance
 Wide speed range
 Designs are available with either a
moving coil or moving magnets.
Limitations

 Costly to purchase and install

 Force Per Package Size: Linear motors are


not compact force generators compared to a
rotary motor.

 Heating: The forcer is often attached to the


load. If an application is sensitive to heat,
thermal management techniques need to be
applied.
Applications

 Linear applications (lower precision)


 Conveying Systems
 Cranes Drives
 Baggage Handling
 Personal Rapid Transport Systems
 Theme Park Rides
On-the-Fly Welder
Appllications
 On-the-Fly Welder
The controller receives velocity and position
data from an incremental encoder mounted
to a roller on the conveyor belt.
The secondary motor/drive system receives
instructions from the controller, based on a
ratio of the velocity and position information
supplied by the primary system encoder.
The linear motor forcer carries the weld head
and is mounted on an overhead platform in
line with the conveyor.
.
Applications
 Capsule Filling
Machine
Linear Motor
• A few countries are using
powerful electromagnets
to develop high-speed
trains, called maglev
trains.
• Maglev is short for
magnetic levitation, which
means that these trains
will float over a guide way
using the basic principles
of magnets.
•The principle of a Magnet train is that
floats on a magnetic field and is propelled
by a linear induction motor. A maglev train
floats about 10mm above the guidway on
a magnetic field. It is propelled by the
guidway itself rather than an onboard
engine by changing magnetic fields.
Basic Operation
••Wheels - Supports and guides until levitation occurs
Top Halbach Arrays - Levitation

•Side Halbach Arrays - Guidance


•Bottom Halbach Arrays - Stability for sharp turns

Stopped/Low Fast
Velocities Velocities

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