Controller for Switched Reluctance Motor

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the design of a controller circuit for a switched reluctance motor, specifically using an asymmetric half-bridge topology. Participants are exploring options for controller selection, debating between embedded and analog approaches.

Discussion Character

  • Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks assistance in selecting a controller for a switched reluctance motor, specifying the motor's current and voltage requirements.
  • Another participant requests a datasheet link for the motor to better understand its specifications.
  • Some participants express confusion about the terminology used, questioning whether the request pertains to purchasing a controller rather than designing one.
  • There is a suggestion that the inquiry may be related to a homework assignment, prompting a consideration to move the discussion to a different forum.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the nature of the inquiry, with some questioning the distinction between selecting and designing a controller. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the specifics of the controller selection process.

Contextual Notes

There is ambiguity in the terminology used, particularly regarding the distinction between embedded and analog controllers, which may affect the clarity of the discussion.

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Hi. I have to design a controller circuit for switched reluctance motor. The topology to be used is asymmetric half-bridge. The motor current is 50A at 50V. I need help in the selection of controller. I have both options either to use embedded or totally analog controller.
 
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Can you post a datasheet link for the motor?
 
HighTechPower said:
Hi. I have to design a controller circuit for switched reluctance motor. The topology to be used is asymmetric half-bridge. The motor current is 50A at 50V. I need help in the selection of controller. I have both options either to use embedded or totally analog controller.
Selecting a controller to buy sounds like the opposite of designing a controller.
 
Is this a homework assignment? If so, we can move it to the homework forum.
 
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anorlunda said:
Selecting a controller to buy sounds like the opposite of designing a controller.
He must mean a controller controller, i.e. an IC or a topology. That's the only sense I can make of embedded vs. analog in this context.
 

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