Application of Software Simulation Approach to Adjustable Speed AC Drive System Curriculum

The focus of the present work is on introducing the simulation approach based on software to the adjustable speed AC drive system curriculum. These techniques not only help to develop a deeper understanding of adjustable speed AC drive system but also to evaluate performance and feasibility of control strategies and topological features without fabrication of a real system. Typical elements and control strategies are modeled and simulated. Simulation results provide an overview of the capability and limitations of various control schemes. It is expected that this work will be of use to students as well as researchers who are interested in studying and researching AC drive.