Moving Mechanism of and Control Method for a Vibration-Driven Electromagnet-Type Microrobot (Mathematical Model of Microrobot Running Straight, Investigations of Characteristics of Microrobot Running Straight and Turning by Simulation and Experiments)

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 158-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Masahiro Isogai ◽  
◽  
Toshio Fukuda ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Permanent Magnets ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Piezoelectric Element ◽  
Input Voltage ◽  
Large Numbers ◽  
Straight Line ◽  
Motion Features ◽  
And Control ◽  
Inclined Planes

Large numbers of studies have focused on microrobots and numerous contests are held annually to develop microrobot technologies. These activities have resulted in that various types of microrobots have been proposed. They include motor, piezoelectric-element, and electromagnet microrobots. We consider a mechanism of movement and a method of control for an electro-magnet microrobot that both runs in a straight line and turns using a single electromagnet coil by adjusting the direction of the robot’s permanent magnets and the input voltage applied to the electromagnet coil. The microrobot’s straight running forward is modeled mathematically and its motion features are studied on horizontal and inclined planes through simulation and some experiments. In addition, turning characteristics is studied using an experiment.

Modified MPC based grid-connected five-level inverter for photovoltaic applications

2018 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 971-985 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Maalandish ◽  
Seyed Hossein Hosseini ◽  
Mehran Sabahi ◽  
Pouyan Asgharian
Keyword(s):  
Control Method ◽  
Harmonic Distortion ◽  
Input Voltage ◽  
Modified Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Current Path ◽  
Voltage Stress ◽  
Photovoltaic Applications ◽  
Multi Level ◽  
And Control

PurposeThe main purpose of this paper is to select appropriate voltage vectors in the switching techniques and, by selecting the proper voltage vectors, be able to achieve a DC link with the same outputs and a symmetric multi-level inverter. Design/methodology/approachThe proposed structure, a two-stage DC–AC symmetric multi-level inverter with modified Model Predictive Control (MMPC) method, is presented for Photovoltaic (PV) applications. The voltage of DC-link capacitors of the boost converter is controlled by MMPC control method to select appropriate switching vectors for the multi-level inverter. The proposed structure is provided for single-phase power system, which increases 65 V input voltage to 220 V/50 Hz output voltage, with 400 V DC link. Simulation results of proposed structure with MMPC method are carried out by PSCAD/EMTDC software. FindingsBased on the proposed structure and control method, total harmonic distortion (THD) reduces, which leads to lower power losses and higher circuit reliability. In addition, reducing the number of active switches in current path causes to lower voltage stress on the switches, lower PV leakage current and higher overall efficiency. Originality/valueIn the proposed structure, a new control method is presented that can make a symmetric five-level voltage with lower THD by selecting proper switching for PV applications.

scholarly journals Improving Interactions between a Power-Assist Robot System and Its Human User in Horizontal Transfer of Objects Using a Novel Adaptive Control Method

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. M. Mizanoor Rahman ◽  
Ryojun Ikeura
Keyword(s):  
Adaptive Control ◽  
Horizontal Transfer ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Weight Perception ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Robot System ◽  
Control Scheme ◽  
Dynamics And Control ◽  
Motion Features ◽  
And Control

Power assist systems are usually used for rehabilitation, healthcare, and so forth.This paper puts emphasis on the use of power assist systems for object transfer and thus brings a novelty in the power-assist applications. However, the interactions between the systems and the human users are usually not satisfactory because human features are not included in the control design. In this paper, we present the development of a 1-DOF power assist system for horizontal transfer of objects. We included human features such as weight perception in the system dynamics and control. We then simulated the system using MATLAB/Simulink for transferring objects with it and (i) determined the optimum maneuverability conditions for object transfer, (ii) determined psychophysical relationships between actual and perceived weights, and (iii) analyzed load forces and motion features. We then used the findings to design a novel adaptive control scheme to improve the interactions between the user and the system. We implemented the novel control (simulated the system again using the novel control), the subjects evaluated the system, and the results showed that the novel control reduced the excessive load forces and accelerations and thus improved the human-system interactions in terms of maneuverability, safety, and so forth. Finally, we proposed to use the findings to develop power assist systems for manipulating heavy objects in industries that may improve interactions between the systems and the users.

scholarly journals Chaos and Control of Game Model Based on Heterogeneous Expectations in Electric Power Triopoly

2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Weizhuo Ji
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Simulation ◽  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Electric Power ◽  
Chaos Control ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Repeated Game ◽  
Game Model ◽  
Heterogeneous Expectations ◽  
Straight Line ◽  
And Control

A dynamic repeated game model has been established based on heterogeneous expectations in electric power triopoly. Theoretical analysis and numerical simulation show the complexity of this model; suppose that the producers make decisions with naive expectation and bounded rationality. The straight-line stabilization chaos control method was successfully applied to the dynamic repeated game model. The results have important practical value for the producers in the electric power oligopoly.

Study on Main Circuit Mathematical Model and Control Method of Advanced Static Var Generator

2014 ◽  
Vol 556-562 ◽  
pp. 1789-1793
Author(s):  
Cong Mei Zha ◽  
Jia Yun Xu
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Simulation Model ◽  
Direct Current ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Current Control ◽  
Direct Current Control ◽  
Static Var Generator ◽  
Simulation Results ◽  
And Control

In this paper ,a main circuit mathematical model of Advanced Static Var Generator (ASVG) is established. a direct current control method for SVG is put forward based on d-q transformation, this method is also analyzed from theory and made simulation model, the simulation results show that this control method is reasonable and effective.

Simulation Research on One-Cycle Controlled AC-AC Cuk Converter

2013 ◽  
Vol 710 ◽  
pp. 501-505
Author(s):  
Chun Jie Wang ◽  
Peng Fei Yu
Keyword(s):  
Control Method ◽  
Input Voltage ◽  
Transmission Efficiency ◽  
Open Loop ◽  
Open Loop Control ◽  
Simulation Research ◽  
Loop Control ◽  
Cuk Converter ◽  
Excellent Control ◽  
And Control

AC-AC Cuk Converter which constituted by bidirectional switch has an advantage of high transmission efficiency, but most of them usually use open-loop control. In this paper, we propose one-cycle control of the AC-AC Cuk converter. The operating principle and control method are presented. The simulation results based on Matlab are given to verify its rationality and feasibility. Compared to common PID control, it has excellent control performance. Furthermore, one-cycle controlled AC-AC Cuk converter has the ability to reject input voltage perturbations and faster dynamic response.

scholarly journals Power antenna radar with variable speed

2015 ◽  
pp. 81-87
Author(s):  
V. F. Strelkov ◽  
M. V. Andryushin ◽  
V. V. Vanyev
Keyword(s):  
Mathematical Model ◽  
Control System ◽  
Electric Drive ◽  
Electric Motor ◽  
Permanent Magnets ◽  
Performance Characteristics ◽  
Variable Speed ◽  
Motor Shaft ◽  
Radar Antenna ◽  
And Control

A mathematical model of the "mains - regulated electric drive" radar antenna us with a synchronous motor with permanent magnets. Peculiarities of work at a controlled electric variable speed electric motor shaft. A method and control system with motorized adjustable mechanical and electronic scanning of the antenna, improving performance characteristics of radar stations.

scholarly journals Design and Development of Grid-connected Quasi-Z-Source PV Inverter

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 1989
Author(s):  
Zulhani Rasin ◽  
Muhammed Fazlur Rahman ◽  
Maaspaliza Azri ◽  
Md Hairul Nizam Talib ◽  
Auzani Jidin
Keyword(s):  
Control Method ◽  
Input Voltage ◽  
Voltage Source ◽  
System Efficiency ◽  
Voltage Source Inverter ◽  
Design And Development ◽  
Pv Inverter ◽  
Current Controller ◽  
And Performance ◽  
And Control

<span>An inverter system applied with the PV source typically has a problem of lower input voltage due to constraint in the PV strings connection. As a countermeasure a DC-DC boost converter is placed in between to achieve a higher voltage at the inverter DC link for connection to the grid and to realize the MPPT operation. This additional stage contributes to losses and complexity in control thus reducing the overall system efficiency. This work discussed on the design and development of a grid-connected quasi-Z-source PV inverter which has different topology and control method compared to the conventional voltage source inverter and able to overcome the above disadvantages. Modelling and performance analysis of the voltage and current controller to achieve a good power transfer from the PV source, as well sycnchronization with the grid are presented in detail. Results from both simulation and experimental verification demonstrate the designed and developed grid-connected qZSI PV inverter works successfully equivalent to the conventional voltage source inverter system.</span>

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