The Generalized Geometric Approach to Comparative Study of Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines and Mechatronic Modules

In the paper the radial and axial permanent magnet synchronous machines (RPMSM, APMSM) are classified in accordance with the types of design topologies and degree of active electromagnetic materials utilization. To realize an express comparison analysis of these machines the generalized geometric method is presented. Unlike the other methods this approach is distinguished by very small time for calculation of the ratio of radial and axial machines volumes as well as the similar ratio of mechatronic modules based on these machines. Derived a simple analytical expression enables to draw 3D plot of the volume ratio of compared machines at different number of poles and various geometrical sizes. The comparative study shows, that at the increased number of poles and at certain stator and rotor configuration the APMSM confidently exceed the RPMSM in term of torque/power density.