Ansys Maxwell Modeling of Switched Reluctance Motors

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The discussion centers around the optimization of design parameters for Switched Reluctance Motors (SRMs) using Ansys Maxwell's Optimetrics feature, specifically focusing on the application of Genetic Algorithms (GA) for this purpose.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about how to optimize design parameters such as the outer and inner diameters of the stator and rotor using GA in Optimetrics.
  • Another participant suggests that parameterizing the model allows for changes in dimensions, recommending the use of variable names for rotor diameter and equations for dependent dimensions.
  • A participant expresses difficulty with the convergence of the GA algorithms in Optimetrics, questioning the reasons for non-convergence and seeking examples for clarification.
  • There is a repeated concern regarding the convergence issue with GA algorithms, indicating a lack of resolution on this problem.

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Participants do not reach a consensus on the specifics of implementing optimization in Ansys Maxwell, and multiple views on the convergence issue remain unresolved.

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The discussion lacks detailed examples or specific solutions to the convergence problem, and there may be missing assumptions regarding the setup of the optimization process.

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Individuals interested in the optimization of electrical motor designs, particularly those using Ansys Maxwell and Genetic Algorithms, may find this discussion relevant.

Hamidzzz
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Hi Everyone
i'm new member of Physics Forums, my research field is about Switched Reluctance Motors
i have question about Optimetrics in Maxwell!
my question is:
How can Optimize Design Parameters ( like Outer and inner Diameter of Stator and Rotor or Embrace of them) of a Switched Reluctance Motor in Optimetrics with a GA Algorithm?
i design a SRM with analytical Formula, and now i want optimize my design in Optimetrics!
Please Guide me about parts of this Option (Optimiation) of Maxwell
Regards.
 
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I think if you can parameterise it, you can change it with optimetrics. For example you would give your rotor diameter a variable name during building the model, then any dimensions that are dependent on that would have equations, eg if you make it depend on rotor diameter, then stator ID would be "rotor_diameter+air_gap" etc.

I'm not sure on the specifics of exactly how you would do this, but I'd just ask your Ansys rep, they are usually more than helpful with such things.
 
ok , its true, but i have a problem with Convergance of GA Algorythms , my Optimetric doesn't converge! i parameterise SRM design parameters and specify condition but GA doesn't Converge! what is the problem of my work? Do you have example about this to send me?
 
Hamidzzz said:
ok , its true, but i have a problem with Convergance of GA Algorythms , my Optimetric doesn't converge! i parameterise SRM design parameters and specify condition but GA doesn't Converge! what is the problem of my work? Do you have example about this to send me?
Do you still need examples or even do you still work with maxwell?
 
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