Parameter Design of IPMSM With Concentrated Winding Considering Partial Magnetic Saturation

The interior permanent magnet synchronous motor (IPMSM) is usually applied to the traction motor in the hybrid electric vehicle and the electric vehicle due to its high-power density and wide speed range. In this paper, the IPMSM with concentrated winding for a 110 cc electric motorcycle is introduced. Its design was improved for high efficiency and a wide speed operation range. The output characteristics were also analyzed according to the partial magnetic saturation of the shoe and web in many variables. Because partial magnetic saturation affects the harmonics and the eddy current loss of the permanent magnet, it was confirmed that the output characteristics of the motor significantly changed. As a result, the new shape and the design parameters for which the partial magnetic saturation was considered were obtained. Higher level efficiency and a wider operating range than with the base model were confirmed.