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Wednesday, 2 April 2008

08.15 Registration and Refreshments
   
09.00 Plenary Session I
Chairman’s Welcome to 2008

Professor Patrick Wheeler, University of Nottingham, UK
09.10 Introduction to PEMD 2010
Dr Volker Pickert, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
Dr Bill Drury, Emerson Industrial Automation Control Techniques, UK
09.15 Keynote Address
Power and Productivity for a Better World - Vision or Reality?

Duncan Botting, Head of Technology and Business Development, ABB
   
Session A1 – Fault Diagnostics
Chairman: Dr Martin Foster, University of Sheffield, UK
   
10.10 Analytical Prediction of Inter-Turn Short-Circuit Current in Fault-Tolerant Permanent Magnet Brushless Machines
J Chai, J Wang, Z Sun, D Howe, University of Sheffield, UK
10.30 Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of a Wind Turbine with a Synchronous Generator Using Wavelet Transforms
W Yang, P J Tavner, Durham University, UK
M Wilkinson, Garrad Hassan & Partners Ltd, UK
10.50 Reliability Analysis of Fault Tolerant Drive Topologies
R N Argile, B C Mecrow, D J Atkinson, A G Jack, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
P Sangha, Goodrich Corporation, UK
   
Session B1 - Active Filters and Rectifiers
Chairman: Dr Mark Sumner, University of Nottingham, UK
   
10.10 Variable Frequency Adaptive Selective Compensation for Active Power Filters
R P Venturini, P Mattavelli, University of Padova, Italy
P Zanchetta, M Sumner, University of Nottingham, UK
10.30 Operation of a Three-Level NPC Active Power Filter with Unbalanced and Nonlinear Loads
H B Zhang, S J Finney, A M Massoud, J E Fletcher, B W Williams, University of Strathclyde, UK
10.50 Medium Voltage Series Connected 12-Pulse Compensated Current Source Controlled Rectifier with a Novel Front End Transformer Configuration
M S Hamad, M I Masoud, S J Finney, B W Williams, Strathclyde University, UK
   
Session C1 – Large and Complex Machines
Chairman: Professor Qiang Zhu, University of Sheffield, UK
   
10.10 A Novel Magnetic-Geared Outer-Rotor Permanent-Magnet Brushless Motor
L L Wang, J X Shen, Y Wang, K Wang, Zhejiang University, China
10.30 Tests Conducted on Two Special Large Motors on a Versatile Test Bed
R Scollay, Machinemonitor, Australia
10.50 Analysis of a Single Phase, Quasi-Halbach Magnetised Tubular Permanent Magnet Motor with Non-Ferromagnetic Supporting Tube
T Ibrahim, J Wang, D Howe, University of Sheffield, UK
   
Session D1 – Matrix Converters I
Chairman: Dr Volker Pickert, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
   
10.10 Experimental Evaluation of the Indirect Three-Level Sparse Matrix Converter
M Y Lee, C Klumpner, P Wheeler, University of Nottingham, UK
10.30 Control of a Grid-Connected Variable Speed WECS Based on an Induction Generator Fed by a Matrix-Converter
R Cardenas, R Peña, University of Magallanes, Chile
P Wheeler, J Clare, University of Nottingham, UK
R Blasco-Gimenez, Technical University of Valencia, Spain
10.50 A New Matrix Converter-Voltage Source Inverter Hybrid Arrangement for an Adjustable Speed-Open Winding Induction Motor Drive with Improved Performance
C I Pitic, C Klumpner, University of Nottingham, UK
11.10 Refreshments
   
Session A2 – Wave Energy Converters
Chairman: Dr Martin Foster, University of Sheffield, UK
   
11.40 Phase and Amplitude Control of a Linear Generator for Wave Energy Conversion
J K H Shek, D E Macpherson, M A Mueller, University of Edinburgh, UK
12.00 Wave Energy Emulator and AC/DC Rectifier for Direct Drive Wave Energy Converters
Z Nie, P C J Clifton, R A McMahon, Cambridge University, UK
12.20 Measurement and Modelling of Induction Generator Performance in an Oscillating Water Column Wave Energy Converter
N Hodgins, M A Mueller, University of Edinburgh, UK
W K Tease, Wavegen, UK
D Staton, Motor Design Ltd, UK
12.40 Development of a Novel Permanent Magnet Linear Generator Topology for Direct-Drive Wave Energy Converters
A S McDonald, M A Mueller, J G Jeffrey, University of Edinburgh, UK
   
Session B2 – Fuel Cells and Energy Storage
Chairman: Dr Mark Sumner, University of Nottingham, UK
   
11.40 A New Dynamic Model for Lead-Acid Batteries
N Jantharamin, L Zhang, University of Leeds, UK
12.00 Design and Implementation of 2-Phase Interleaved Boost Converter for Fuel Cell Power Source
P Thounthong, P Sethakul, King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology, Thailand
S Raël, B Davat, Green-Nancy Université, France
12.20 A STATCOM with Supercapacitors for Enhanced Power System Stability
P Srithorn, M Sumner, University of Nottingham, UK
L Yao, R Parashar, AREVA T&D Technology Centre, UK
12.40 GA Based Automatic Robust STATCOM Controller Design for a Multi-Machine Power System
S F Faisal, N A Musabi, The Petroleum Institute, United Arab Emirates
A H M A Rahim, S Salahuddin, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
   
Session C2 – Permanent Magnent Machines I
Chairman: Professor Qiang Zhu, University of Sheffield, UK
   
11.40 Design and Analysis of a Novel Flux-Switching Permanent Magnet Integrated-Starter-Generator
Z X Fang, Y Wang, J X Shen, Z W Huang, Zhejiang University, China
12.00 A Dual-Lumped Parameter Magnetic Circuit Model Accounting for the Cross-Coupling Effect, with Particular Reference to Flux-Switching Permanent Magnet Machines
J T Chen, Z Q Zhu, D Howe, University of Sheffield, UK
12.20 A Novel Permanent Magnet Flux-Switching Linear Motor
C F Wang, J X Shen, L L Wang , K Wang, Zhejiang University, China
12.40 Analysis and Reduction of Magnet Eddy Current Loss in Flux-Switching Permanent Magnet Machines
Z Q Zhu, Y Pang, J T Chen, R L Owen, D Howe, University of Sheffield, UK
S Iwasaki, K Deodhar, A Pride, University of Sussex, UK
   
11.40 – 13.10 Tutorial 1 – Matrix Converters
Professor Jon Clare, Professor Patrick Wheeler, University of Nottingham, UK
   
13.00 Lunch
   
13.45 Poster Session I and Exhibition
 


Optimum Selection of State Feedback Variables PWM Inverters Control
K H Ahmed, A H Massoud, S J Finney, B W Williams, University of Strathclyde, UK

The Influence of Overcurrent and Undervoltage Protection Settings on ASD Sensitivity to Voltage Sags and Short Interruptions
S Ž Djokić, S M Munshi, C E Cresswell, University of Edinburgh, UK

Comparative Results of Thrust Ripple in Several Topologies of PMLSM
G G Palomino, J R Conde, University Carlos III of Madrid, Spain

A Numeric Simulation Approach to Field Protection Design in Wound-Rotor Brushless Synchronous Machines
A Tessarolo, University of Trieste, Italy

Repetitive Control and Virtual Bleeder Resistor for AC Generator Sets with Harmonic-Sensitive Loads
L Faziq, BFG Engineering, Italy
L Peretti, M Zigliotto, University of Padova, Italy

Are Interferometric Encoders a Reasonable Alternative in Servo Drive Applications?
P Drabarek, Robert BOSCH GmbH, Germany
R M Kennel, Wuppertal University, Germany

Sequencing of Supplies of the Matrix Converter: Improvement of the Start-Up and MC Interaction with the Filter and Clamp Circuit
J Andreu, J M D Diego, I M D Alégria, I Kortabarria, J L Martin, University of the Basque Country, Spain
S Ceballos, Robotiker-Tecnalia, Spain

Robust Active Power Filter for Power Quality Improvement under Fast Load Variation
S S Mortazavi, R Kiadinezhad, A Ghasemi, Shahid Chamran University, Islamic Republic of Iran

Multidrive Control for Machine Tool Servo Axes
O Zirn, A Hoos, M Loth, University of Applied Sciences, Germany
A Fink, Rückle Werkzeugmaschinen GmbH, Germany

Control Simulation Studies for Switched Reluctance Motor System Based on Finite Element Model
J Zhang, H Zhang, R Gao, L Wang, Heibei University of Engineering, China

Axial Flux Machine Design for Hybrid Traction Application
O de la Barrière, H B Ahmed, M Gabsi, ENS Cachan, France

A New Fuzzy Logic Based Adaptation Mechanism for MRAS Sensorless Vector Control Induction Motor Drives
S M Gadoue, D Giaouris, J W Finch, Newcastle University, UK

Effects of Short Power Interruptions and Voltage Sags on the Performance of Line Start Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors
R Ugale, Y Balkrishna, B Chaudhari, College of Engineering, India

Analysis of a Step-Down Cúk Converter in Continuous and Discontinuous Operating Conditions
B V P Chong, L Zhang, A Dehghani, University of Leeds, UK

dq Theory Applied to a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines with Concentrated Windings
F Meier, J Soulard, Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden

Supercapacitor and Lead-Acid Battery Hybrid and Improved Diesel Engine Cold Cranking
H Liu, Z Wang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
D Maly, Allegro Microsystems Inc, USA

Efficiency Optimization of Induction Motor Drive Using Genetic Algorithms
Z Rouabah, F Zidani, B Abdelhadi, University of Batna, Algeria

Investigation of High Voltage, High Frequency Transformers / Voltage Multipliers for Industrial Applications
T Filchev, D Cook, P Wheeler, J Clare, University of Nottingham, UK

The Creation of a New Educational Software for Designing Wire Winding of Electrical Machines Using MATLAB
G R Shafipour, Azad University, Islamic Republic of Iran

Efficiency-Optimizing Direct Torque Control of Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machines with Fastest Start Up
S Vaez-Zadeh, M Khayamy, University of Tehran, Islamic Republic of Iran

Thermal Modelling Investigation of Heat Paths due to Iron Losses in Synchronous Machines
C Mejuto, M Mueller, University of Edinburgh, UK
M Shanel, A Mebarki, Cummins Generator Technologies, UK
D Staton, Motor Design Ltd, UK

   
Session A3 – Permanent Magnet Machines II
Chairman: Cme(L) Paul Norton, Converteam UK Ltd, UK
   
15.00 Design of a 1kW High Speed Axial Flux Permanent-Magnet Machine
W Z Fei, P C K Luk, Cranfield University, UK
15.20 Open Circuit Analysis of Concentrated Winding in Interior Permanent Magnet Machines with Fractional Slot Distribution
L Chong, R Dutta, M F Rahman, University of New South Wales, Australia
15.40 Impact of Winding and Rotor Design on Efficiency and Torque Ripple in Brushless AC Permanent Magnet Traction Motors
P H Mellor, R Wrobel, N McNeill, D Drury, University of Bristol, UK
   
Session B3 – More Electric Aircraft Technologies
Chairman: Professor Barrie Mecrow, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
   
15.00 A Compact Direct-Drive Permanent Magnet Motor for a UAV Rotorcraft with Improved Faulted Behaviour through Operation as Four Separate Three-Phase Machines
S J Nall, P H Mellor, University of Bristol, UK
15.20 Evaluation of Switching Losses in Magnetic Amplifiers as an Alternative to IGBT Switching Technologies
L Austrin, E Figueroa-Karlström, Saab Aerosystems, Sweden
G Engdahl, Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden
15.40 Mitigation of Supply Current Distortion in 3-Phase/DC Boost Converters for Aircraft Applications
M Taha, Hariri Canadian University, Lebanon
   
Session C3 – Microgrids
Chairman: Professor Tim Green, Imperial College London, UK
   
15.00 MicroGrid Power Electronics Interface for Photovoltaics
P J Binduhewa, A C Renfrew, M Barnes, University of Manchester, UK
15.20 Stability Assessment of Induction Generator-Based Microgeneration
A H Rafa, O Anaya-Lara, J R McDonald, University of Strathclyde, UK
15.40 Ultracapacitor Energy Storage for MicroGrid Micro-Generation
P J Binduhewa, A C Renfrew, M Barnes, University of Manchester, UK
   
Session D3 – Matrix Converters II
Chairman: Professor Jon Clare, University of Nottingham, UK
   
15.00 Position Estimation of a Surface Mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor Controlled by a Three-Phase Matrix Converter Using the Space Vector PWM Waveform
Q Gao, G M Asher, M Sumner, University of Nottingham, UK
15.20 Control of a Doubly-Fed Induction Generator via a Direct Two-Stage Power Converter
E Reyes, R Pena, R Cardenas, University of Magallanes, Chile
J Clare, P Wheeler, University of Nottingham, UK
15.40 A Review of Multi-Level Matrix Converter Topologies
P Wheeler, X Lie, M Y Lee, L Empringham, C Klumpner, J Clare, University of Nottingham, UK
16.00 Refreshments
   
Session A4 – IPM Machines
Chairman: Cme(L) Paul Norton, Converteam UK Ltd, UK
   
16.30 Dimensionless Optimization of a 60 kW IPM Machine
R D Bremner, John Deere Product Engineering Center, USA
16.50 SVM Direct Torque Control of IPM Synchronous Machines at
Very Low Speeds

S Sayeef, G Foo, M F Rahman, University of New South Wales, Australia
17.10 Comparative Study of IPM Motors with Different Air Gap Flux Distribution
G Ombach, J Junak, Siemens VDO Automotive AG, Germany
   
Session B4 – Thermal and Acoustic Management
Chairman: Professor Barrie Mecrow, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
   
16.30 An Alternative Cooling Arrangement for the End Region of a Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled (TEFC) Induction Motor
C Micallef, University of Malta, Malta
S J Pickering, K A Simmons, K J Bradley, University of Nottingham, UK
16.50 A Thermal Model for a Multichip Device with Changing Cooling Conditions
G C James, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK and ControlTechniques, UK
V Pickert, University of Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
M Cade, Control Techniques, UK
17.10 Analysis of Acoustic Noise Sources of FDB and ADB Spindle Motors Operating at BLDC Mode
S Lin, C Bi, Q Jiang, Data Storage Institute, Singapore
   
Session C4 – Synchronous Generators
Chairman: Professor Tim Green, Imperial College London, UK
   
16.30 A Novel Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Generator System Using PWM Converter with PLL Circuit
K Nishida, Ube National College of Technology, Japan
T Ahmed, Assuit University, Egypt
M Nakaoka, Kyungnam University, Republic of Korea
16.50 Linear Optimal Control of One-Machine Infinite-Bus Model and Consideration of Order Increase of Machine Model
A M Sayidi, Azad University, Islamic Republic of Iran
M A Nekoui, KNT University of Technology, Islamic Republic of Iran
17.10 Contra-Rotating Modular Wound Permanent Magnet Generator for a Wind Turbine
R Wrobel, D Drury, P H Mellor, J D Booker, University of Bristol, UK
   
16.30 – 18.00 Tutorial 2 – Sensorless Motor Drives
Professor Ralph Kennel, University of Wuppertal, Germany
   
17.30 End of Day One
19.00 Reception at Venue
Co Headline Sponsors
Rolls Royce
 
Supported by
IEEE
IES
PES
IAS
UK Magnetics Society