High-precision, two-dimensional planar motion is often required in the manufacturing industry. Switched Reluctance (SR) motor has a simple and robust structure. However, due to its highly nonlinear characteristics, it has not been used in direct-drive, planar motion applications.
The aim of this book is to investigate the feasibility of employing SR technology for two-dimensional, high-precision, position control applications. After a thorough performance prediction from finite element analysis, a planar motor prototype is built. In order to fully understand the behavior of the prototype,...