Accurate modeling of single-sided linear induction motor considers end effect and equivalent thickness

An analytical technique based on the equivalent circuit, one-dimensional (1 -D) theory, and two-dimensional (2-D) held analysis is used to predict perf ormance characteristics for the single-sided linear induction motor (SLIM), In this technique, a new idea is introduced to account for the longitudina l end effect factor. Meanwhile, other electromagnetic effects, such as tran sverse edge effects and skin effect, are taken into account. Simulation res ults produced by this analytical technique have a better agreement with the experimental results than those reported in literature. This analytical mo del may be used to predict the sensitivity of the performance characteristi cs to parameters.