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This paper proposes the design and analysis of a flux modulated (FM) permanent magnet (PM) linear actuator for the long track gantry robot system used to detect fire hazards in an electric energy storage system (ESS). A detailed design framework for the FM-linear actuator inspired by the magnetic gearing effect is proposed which includes the selection of slot-pole pair numbers and assigning optimal geometric parameters based on working harmonic characteristics. Using the optimal model, the electromagnetic performances both under no-load and full load conditions are performed to check the feasibility of the actuator for the gantry system. A prototype is built to validate the results obtained using the 2D and 3D finite element analysis (FEA). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• Proposed a low-cost and superior design of linear actuator for agricultural robots. • Useful for long-track and multi-actuator operation. • Uses a stator permanent magnet less actuator model to reduce the cost. • Mathematical and finite element model of the design process are proposed. • Experiments are performed to validate the results. The electromagnetic performance improvement of a double saliency (DS) flux modulated (FM)- permanent magnet linear synchronous motors (PMLSM) for agricultural robots is proposed in this work by minimizing the effect of cross-coupling. To understand the effect of the cross-coupling on the electromagnetic performance, a dq axes model of the DS FM-PMLSM is developed and analyzed under different driving conditions. Based on the result obtained, winding modification schemes are proposed to minimize the thrust ripple and improve the zero torque control. The modified models are studied using finite element analysis (FEA) and the model with the best performance is selected for prototyping. The prototype is then tested and the results are validated against the electromagnetic performance obtained using the FEA. This research targeted the development of a low-cost linear actuator for a sapling grower gantry robot that can be used by farmers around the world. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article proposes the design and driving mechanism of a single drive motor integrated electromechanical actuator system for the application in computer numerical control (CNC) lathe machines. The electromechanical actuator is designed in such a way that it can replace the conventionally used hydraulically powered headstocks of the lathe machine. To achieve a drawbar thrust of 50 kN and a spindle speed of 4000 r/m, a detailed design with an explanation of different internal parts of the electromechanical actuator is presented. The production ready model was simulated to select the safety factor of the whole system and to enquire the amount of deformation when 50 kN thurst is generated. A prototype is manufactured based on the analysis model and is tested for different modes of operation. The experimental results validate the capability of the electromechanical actuator to produce the require drawbar thrust of 50 kN and spindle speed of 4000 r/m. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

• An electro-mechanical actuator system for CNC-Lathe is proposed • Electro-mechanical actuator aims to substitute the traditional hydraulic CNC lathes • A whole mechatronics system operation with different modes are proposed • Different tests are performed to validate applicability of the actuator A superior model of a novel electromechanical actuator for the computer numerical controlled (CNC) lathe has been proposed. The proposed actuator aims to achieve a high thrust of 50 kN and a spindle speed of 6000 RPM. Furthermore, a ball screw drawbar is used in the proposed model to reduce friction losses and improve mechanical efficiency. The clutch, which decides the operation mode transition in the actuator is designed by combined operation of friction plates and solenoid operated air-piston. The improved mechanical efficiency of the drawbar has helped in the reduction of the torque-speed rating of the actuator drive motor. Moreover, In terms of system power consumption, the proposed actuator consumes 90% lower power than its hydraulic counterpart. Different tests are performed on the prototype to validate its performance and machining precision. [Display omitted] [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]