The topic of motors and motor control techniques is wide and varied. Part one of this two-part article will cover the principles of alternating-current (AC) motor operation and control. Part two will ...

Electric motors, which convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, play an essential role in a variety of industrial and robotics applications. Given that electric motors account for ...

The doubly-fed induction machine is progressively supplanting the cage machine owing to its superior efficiency in variable-speed applications and improved performance in renewable energy systems.

Somewhere in most engineering educations, there’s a class on induction motors. Students learn about shaded-pole motors, two-phase and three-phase motors, squirrel cage motors, and DC-excited motors.

The use of direct torque control (DTC) for electric motor applications provides many benefits, such as quick dynamic response and efficient operation at low speeds. However, it does come with some ...

In today’s world, motors are ubiquitous, powering everything from household appliances to industrial machinery. The importance of optimizing motor control for energy efficiency cannot be overstated, ...