3 phase switch relactance motor

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The discussion focuses on controlling a three-phase switched reluctance motor (SRM) using power electronics, specifically with MOSFETs, optocouplers, and resistors. The initial suggestion of using three MOSFETs is questioned, as a typical configuration requires at least four, with six MOSFETs and diode setups being most common. The user clarifies that they will use software simulation to design driving signals for the motor, indicating that the MOSFETs will function as switches for the phases. The importance of reviewing the provided application note for proper circuit design is emphasized. The conversation highlights the need for a more complex circuit than initially proposed.
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Hi

Im doing a project to control a 3 phase switch relactance motor using power electronics. I have choosen 3 mosfets, 2 auto couplers and 2 resistors.

1. Would there be any other devices I need ( to solder to pcb board).
2. What would the circuit digaram look like so I can solder this and test it.

Thanks
 
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Hello Kasim - welcome.

Hove you done any research on three phase switched reluctance motors? Typically you will not control a three phase with 3 switch configuration (MOSFETs) - probably needs at least 4 but 6 Sw and 6 Diode set up is most common.

http://www.freescale.com/files/product/doc/AN1932.pdf
 
Thanks for the reply.

It is group work and I have been told to do the circuit diagram. I think I've mis-writen the question previously asked.

Basically we will be using a software simulation to design the driving signals to the 3 phase srm. I am guessing the mosfets are just going to act as switches so like in the link you have provided will only switch phase a,b or c at any given time when a current is applied.

Does this make sense now ? If so how would the circuit diagram look.

Thanks again
 
Yes the MOSFETs are switches - but you did not look at the AP note I linked to.
 
Ok thanks il look at that
 
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