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Drives WP4:
Enhanced Functionality and system integration
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University of Manchester – Tom Feehally
University of Bristol – Dan Salt
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System integration
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Electrical drives at system level (single converter, multiple
machines etc.)
Exploit outputs from WP1, WP2, WP3 at systems level
Enhanced functionality
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Promoting further penetration of drives in existing
applications and identifying new markets
Project Plans & Objectives
• System integration:
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Develop thermal / electrical / mechanical behavioural
models of drive components
Build library of drive modelling tools
Drive level optimisation, integrating subcomponents
System level optimisation studies based on multiple
coupled drives
Hardware-in-the-loop demonstrator
Project Plans & Objectives
• Enhanced functionality:
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Explore materials, technologies for high temperature
drive operation (>200oC)
Increasing power density at low ambient temperatures
Potential new markets at high ambient temperatures
(>300oC)
Proof-of-concept testing and technology demonstrators
Potential Outcomes & Exploitation Plans
• Increased drive performance and enhanced
reliability based on optimal component integration
• Reduced cost / design time for multi-drive systems
• Increased drive power density
• Opening up new commercial opportunities for
drives at higher ambient temperatures
Input from the PE Community
• Engagement with industry to understand their
needs and requirements
• Interaction with other themes