Control of electromechanical systems ERASMUS>ELE17

The module familiarises students with the structure and operation of automated electromechanical drive systems. After a short recap of power-electronic converters and machines, it focuses on selecting, modelling and commissioning complete drives built around DC, induction, synchronous-PM and electronically commutated motors. Students learn how to synthesise speed- and position-control loops, programme industrial controllers, and carry out simulation and laboratory tests, gaining the competences needed to analyse start-up, braking, reversal and positioning processes in real installations.

Intended learning outcomes
- Student conducts the synthesis of speed and position controllers, analysing and evaluating torque, speed and position waveforms during start-up, braking, reversal and positioning of a drive.
- Student describes the properties of automated DC drives and explains the operation of thyristor- and transistor-based converters.
- Student explains scalar and vector frequency control of induction-motor speed, including basic control structures and soft-start arrangements.
- Student explains vector frequency control strategies for permanent-magnet synchronous motors and the associated control structures.
- Student explains control strategies for electronically commutated machines, including BLDC and switched-reluctance motors.
- Student programmes control systems and commissions simple automated electromechanical installations.
- Student performs simulation tests and laboratory investigations on industrial electromechanical systems.
- Student demonstrates diligence and responsibility when carrying out assigned tasks.
- Student designs simple electromechanical systems using manufacturers’ catalogues.