A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear motion rather than rotational motion. The LIM's stator is cut axially and spread flat, with the secondary consisting of a flat aluminum conductor and ferromagnetic core. When a three-phase current is applied to the primary, it produces a traveling magnetic flux wave that induces current in the secondary, generating a linear force that propels the secondary. LIMs are used in transportation systems, cranes, liquid metal pumping, door actuators, and particle accelerators.
A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear motion rather than rotational motion. The LIM's stator is cut axially and spread flat, with the secondary consisting of a flat aluminum conductor and ferromagnetic core. When a three-phase current is applied to the primary, it produces a traveling magnetic flux wave that induces current in the secondary, generating a linear force that propels the secondary. LIMs are used in transportation systems, cranes, liquid metal pumping, door actuators, and particle accelerators.
A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear motion rather than rotational motion. The LIM's stator is cut axially and spread flat, with the secondary consisting of a flat aluminum conductor and ferromagnetic core. When a three-phase current is applied to the primary, it produces a traveling magnetic flux wave that induces current in the secondary, generating a linear force that propels the secondary. LIMs are used in transportation systems, cranes, liquid metal pumping, door actuators, and particle accelerators.
A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) operates on the same principles as a rotary induction motor but produces linear motion rather than rotational motion. The LIM's stator is cut axially and spread flat, with the secondary consisting of a flat aluminum conductor and ferromagnetic core. When a three-phase current is applied to the primary, it produces a traveling magnetic flux wave that induces current in the secondary, generating a linear force that propels the secondary. LIMs are used in transportation systems, cranes, liquid metal pumping, door actuators, and particle accelerators.
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Linear Induction Motor
A Linear Induction Motor (LIM) is an advanced version of rotary induction motor which gives a linear translational motion instead of the rotational motion. The stator is cut axially and spread out flat. In this type of motor, the stator and rotor are called primary and secondary respectively. The secondary of the linear induction motor consists of a flat aluminium conductor with a ferromagnetic core.
The polyphase rotator induction motor is shown below.
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Performance of the Linear Induction Motor
Applications of the Linear Induction Motor
If the stator is cut along the line ab and spread out flat the figure formed is shown below. This portion forms primary of the LIM. If a three phase supply is connected to the stator of an induction motor, a rotating flux is produced. This flux rotates at a synchronous speed in the air gap. Similarly, if the primary of the linear induction motor is connected to the three phase supply, a flux is produced which travel across the length of the primary. A current is generated in the conductor which is made of the aluminium material.
The current, which is induced in the linear induction motor interacts with the travelling flux produces a linear force. If secondary of the linear induction motor is fixed and the primary is free to move, the force will move the primary in the direction of the travelling wave.
The double sided linear induction motor (DLIM) is shown in the figure below.
The Double sided linear
induction motor has primary on both the sides of the secondary. Performance of the Linear Induction Motor The linear synchronous speed of the travelling wave is given by the equation shown below.
Where f is the supply frequency in hertz.
In the rotary induction motor, the speed of the secondary in the linear induction motor is less than the synchronous speed vs and is given as
Where s is the slip of the linear induction motor and is given as
The linear force is given by the equation shown below.
The thrust velocity curve of the linear induction motor is similar to that of the speed torque curve of the rotary induction motor. It is shown in the figure below. If a rotary induction motor is compared with the linear induction motor, the LIM requires a larger air gap and hence, the magnetising current is greater and the power factor and efficiency of the motor are lower. In the rotary induction motor the stator and the rotor area are same whereas in the LIM the one of the two is shorter than the other. At the steady speed, the shorter part will be passing continuously over a new part of the other member.
Applications of the Linear Induction Motor
The various applications of the LIM are as follows:-
The main application of the LIM is in transportation and in electric traction system. The primary is mounted on the vehicle and the secondary is laid on the track. It is used in the cranes Pumping of liquid metals Actuators for the movement of doors Used in High voltage circuit breakers and also in accelerators.
dvantages of linear induction motors
Linear induction motors have three main strengths. First, there are no magnetic attraction forces to contend with during the assembly process. Second, long travel lengths are possible. Third, they offer very high continuous force and acceleration ratings. No magnetic attraction forces during assembly. Because linear induction motors do not contain permanent magnets, there are no attracting forces during system assembly, greatly simplifying this task. Long travel lengths possible. Linear induction motors are well suited to longer length applications, as the secondary, or track, does not contain permanent magnets. The absence of magnets in the secondary makes these motors a very cost effective solution for longer length applications because much of the cost of permanent magnet linear motor system lies in the magnetic track. Ideal for heavy-duty applications. These motors are used extensively in high force linear motor applications, as they are available with continuous force ratings in the hundreds of pounds and accelerations up to 25g.
Disadvantages of linear induction motors
Linear induction motors do have some drawbacks. They are somewhat complex, they generate large attractive forces during operation, they are physically large, and they are less efficient than other linear motor technologies.
Complex construction and controls. Linear induction motors have a relatively
complex construction, and require more elaborate control algorithms than permanent magnet motors. Large attractive forces during operation. While these motors do not have permanent magnets, large attractive forces are still produced during operation. These forces must be supported by the bearings and structure, and affect the life of the system. No force at standstill. Linear induction motors do not produce a force at standstill unless an AC vector drive is utilized. Large physical size. Compared to permanent magnet motors, these motors are large for a given continuous force rating, thus package size is a disadvantage. High power consumption. Linear induction motors are less efficient than permanent magnet linear motors, and thus produce more heat for a given continuous force output. As a result, they often require forced air or water- cooling to achieve published specifications.
Next time I will conclude my review of linear motor technology by taking a look at thrust tube linear motors.
