This paper proposes a control methodology for compensation of grid voltage unbalances using a new scheme of doubly fed induction generator (DFIG) based on a series grid side converter (SGSC), the seriesDFIG scheme. In such DFIG scheme, the grid side converter (GSC), which is usually connected in parallel to the machine stator, is replaced by the SGSC, connected in series with the machine stator...

This paper studies fault-tolerant operation of multipole single-phase switched reluctance generators (SRG’s), in particular, an 8/8-pole switched reluctance machine. The multipole single-phase SRG system is advantageous for reduced cost and higher efficiency compared to polyphase equivalents. However, using the classical phase-leg topology, a phase fault may prevent generating operation complet...

This study applies CT-based structural rigidity analysis (CTRA) to assess failure torque of rat femurs with simulated lytic defects at different locations (proximal and distal femur) and diameters (25% and 50% of the cross-section at the site), and compared the results to those obtained from mechanical testing. Moreover, it aims to compare the correlation coefficients between CTRA-based failure...

Due to the small inductance, modulation of three phase inverter induces serious torque ripple. In addition, the increase in modulation frequency is limited by the processor speed. Therefore, the traditional torque control approaches are not suitable. In order to solve the aforementioned problems, a new instantaneous torque control method for small inductance brushless dc motor is proposed by im...

Momentum flywheels are widely applied for the generation of small and precise torque for the attitude control and inertial stabilization of satellites and space stations. Due to its inherited system nonlinearity, the tracking performance of the flywheel torque/speed in dynamic/plug braking operations is limited when a conventional controller is employed. To take advantage of the well-separated ...

With the decrease in energy consumption of portable electronic devices, the concept of harvesting renewable energy in human surrounding arouses a renewed interest. In this context, we have developed a piezoelectric generator that harvests mechanical vibrations energy available on a bicycle. Embarked piezoelectric transducer, which is an electromechanical converter, undergoes mechanical vibratio...

In the article it is proposed to improve wave power plants by using a primary manipulator converter (PMC) with the structure of a parallel six-mobile manipulator for converting energy of waves into mechanical energy. There has been developed a physical model of a primary manipulator converter confirming its functionality. There have been obtained geometrical dimensions of a primary manipulator ...

This report discusses the design of Thermo-mechanical converter that creates heart of the RF power sensor microsystem. The conception of absorbed power measurement is based on thermal conversion, where absorbed RF power is transformed into thermal power, inside a thermally isolated system. Micromechanical Thermal Converter (MTC) spatial temperature dependences, thermal time constant and power t...

Successful endodontic treatment mainly relies on preserving the original anatomy of the root canal while avoiding instrument fractures and iatrogenic preparation errors, such as loss of working length, zipping, or ledging [1,2]. In most cases, rotary instrumentation has proved a valuable advancement for meeting these parameters. Unlike stainless steel files, nickel-titanium instruments have suf...