Influence of saturation effects in a transverse flux machine

In this paper the torque density of transverse flux machines is investigated against the flux density inside the active parts with analytical calculations and FEM simulations. Especially saturation effects, which reduce the flux linkage with the coil, and core losses, are considered for both, the flux concentrating setup and the surface mounted magnets topology. The calculations are verified by measurements on an existing prototype. Finally new design guidelines are developed for the construction of TFMs with regard to the magnetic circuit.