0
$\begingroup$

If you wanted highest efficientcy and speed from an AC motor what would you do? Could the rate of alternation of current be optimizes? More windings? Materials? More lamination? Other factors I haven't thought of?

Improve this question
$\endgroup$
3
  • $\begingroup$ Basically, yes (except more turns on the windings, which make the motor go slower) If you don't like this answer you'll have to tell us where you are in understanding the physics and operation fo electric motors. $\endgroup$
    – user_1818839
    Commented Apr 14, 2017 at 8:16
  • $\begingroup$ I'm quite basic, I'm 16 but I'm too in my year at school and really interested @Brian Drummond $\endgroup$
    – SRawes
    Commented Apr 14, 2017 at 10:49
  • $\begingroup$ @<Brian Drummond> i did tag you properly previously sorry $\endgroup$
    – SRawes
    Commented Apr 14, 2017 at 19:06

3 Answers 3

Reset to default
1
$\begingroup$

You really can't change the frequency of alternating current. This is fixed at 60 hertz (cycles/sec) for USA and 50 hertz most everywhere else. by laminating the permanent magnets you reduce losses to hall effect currents on the surface. Most commercial motors have already made the most efficient design possible. You can always improve but usually only getting marginal improvements for increased costs.

Improve this answer
$\endgroup$
1
$\begingroup$

A possible avenue you could look at is the motor controllers that match power to load.

Improve this answer
$\endgroup$
0
$\begingroup$

Regarding efficiency:

  1. Fit ceramic bearings. There are many videos on YouTube which demonstrate how much less friction these bearings provide.

  2. If you have a large budget; Make use of active magnetic bearing technology which provides zero friction as the shaft effectively hovers within the bearing. You will also need to factor in the power usage of the active magnetic bearing controller into this, as such, this would more likely pay off in a large motor setup.

  3. Place the motor within a strong vacuum. This will eliminate drag.

  4. Use a permanent magnet motor which is approximately 20% more efficient than an exciter based motor.

Regarding speed: You could increase the voltage within tolerance which should increase the RPM speed. For example, if you run 220V 50hz motor, you could supply 240V or 250V to get a slight boost in speed. Note, that the motor would draw more current under load and you could damage the motor.

Improve this answer
$\endgroup$

Your Answer

By clicking “Post Your Answer”, you agree to our terms of service and acknowledge you have read our privacy policy.

Not the answer you're looking for? Browse other questions tagged or ask your own question.