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Optimization of Overall Cost and Efficiency of a Photovoltaic Energy Source Feeding a Synchronous Reluctance Motor Suitable for Pumping Systems
Code
01W01214
Duration
01 August 2014 → 30 September 2018
Funding
Regional and community funding: Special Research Fund
Research disciplines
  • Engineering and technology
    • Modelling
    • Multimedia processing
Keywords
numerical modelling synchronous reluctance machine power electronics
 
Project description
 

The proposed study investigates the optimization of the overall cost and efficiency of a photovoltaic (PV) energy source feeding a synchronous reluctance motor. The load is a pumping system that has to work under different conditions and constraints. Simulation models will be used to determine the optimal motor configuration and the optimal number of PV modules.