Optimal Structure Design for Minimizing Detent Force of PMLSM for a Ropeless Elevator

This paper presents the optimal structure design and magnetic force analysis of a ropeless elevator model that employs permanent magnet linear synchronous motors (PMLSMs) with the structure of a double-sided long-stator. To obtain the optimal structure, the combination of response surface methodology and 2-D finite element analysis, which can solve the problem effectively without consuming much time, is utilized to estimate the design parameters of PMLSM. The numerical calculations and the experimental results are reported to validate the applicability of this double-sided long-stator type PMLSM for a ropeless elevator system.