On the performance characteristics of a synchronous motor fed from a voltage source inverter

Using two axis model the steady state characteristics of a voltage controlled synchronous motor drive are investigated for different modes of operation based on signal flow graph technique. The input voltages are assumed to be quasi square wave. The analysis shows that depending upon the mode employed the machine can be made to possess shunt, series or mixed characteristic. The torque developed is of pulsating nature. All the modes of operation have sixth harmonic pulsations which are roughly 20 percent of the mean value. A voltage fed motor is found to have reduced torque pulsations when compared to a current fed one with the same flux levels. © 1984 Springer-Verlag.