NTL Record

Title Comparison of Linear Induction Motor Theories for the LIMRV and TLRV Motors
Record ID 49331
Personal Name
Creator
Stickler, John J.
Source 132p. in various pagings
Corporate Creator John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.)
Corporate
Contributor
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration. Office of Research and Development
Publisher United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration
Publication Date 19780101
Language English
Abstract The Oberretl, Yamamura, and Mosebach theories of the linear induction motor are described and also applied to predict performance characteristics of the TLRV & LIMRV linear induction motors. The effect of finite motor width and length on performance predictions is examined for each theory. The edge and end effects are shown to play a dominant role in determining motor performance. The LIM thrusts predicted by the Oberretl, Yamamura, and Mosebach computer models are in reasonable agreement over most of the LIM speed range. The Oberretl theory tends to predict somewhat lower thrust values than the Yamamura and Mosebach theories; possible causes for the divergent thrust predictions are discussed. Computer listings for the Oberretl and Yamamura linear induction motor theories are presented in the appendix.
Rosap ID dot:10787
Rosap URL https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/10787
TRT Terms Linear induction motors; Magnetic levitation vehicles; Intelligent transportation systems; Tracked vehicles; Mathematical models; Propulsion; Vehicle power plants
General Subjects Propulsion systems
Classification NTL - SAFETY AND SECURITY - Vehicle Design;
NTL - RAIL TRANSPORTATION - RAIL TRANSPORTATION;
AGR - INFRASTRUCTURE - Railroads
Geographical
Coverage
United States
Report Number DOT-TSC-FRA-77-21; FRA/ORD-77/68
Resource type Tech Report
URL https://ntlrepository.blob.core.windows.net/lib/49000/49300/49331/DOT-TSC-FRA-77-21.pdf
Format PDF
Database NTL Digital Repository