Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for
participation in the module
This module is based on knowledge gained on 1st Semester of the MSc
programme in Electro-Mechanical System Design.
Content, progress and pedagogy of the
module
Learning objectives
Knowledge
- Have gained knowledge and understanding of design of a power
transmission system featuring a poly phase AC motor
- Be able to, on a scientific basis, to understand and apply
advanced model based analysis tools for evaluating the performance
of a power transmission system
Skills
- Be able to set up the governing equations for a poly phase AC
machine.
- Be able to understand the function of a frequency
converter
- Be able to master the conventional control strategies for
control of a poly phase AC machine
- Be able to understand the interaction between motor, frequency
converter and the actuated plant
- Be able to apply advanced analysis theory and tools for
optimising the performance of a power transmission system
- Be able to implement control strategies digitally
Competences
- Be able to design a power transmission system involving control
of a poly phase AC machine taking into account the dynamic
properties of the actuated system
- Be able to handle a multidisciplinary problem of high
complexity that requires use of both the understanding of the
innovative process of mechatronic design methodology and new design
methods
Type of instruction
The teaching is organized in accordance with the general form of
teaching. Please see the programme cirruculum §17.
Extent and expected workload
Since it is a 15 ECTS project module the expected workload
is 450 hours for the student.
Exam
Exams
Name of exam | Electrical and Fluid Power Servomechanisms |
Type of exam | Oral exam based on a project |
ECTS | 15 |
Assessment | 7-point grading scale |
Type of grading | Internal examination |
Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination
Policies and Procedures |