Optimization of the Guiding Stability of a Horizontal Axis HTS ZFC Radial Levitation Bearing (2021)
Research topic: Superconductors Optimization of the Guiding Stability of a Horizontal Axis HTS ZFC Radial Levitation Bearing A. J. Arsénio, F. F. da Silva, João F. P. Fernandes, Paulo J. Costa BrancoJournal: Actuators(Check this article) Short Abstract: This document presents a study on the optimization of the 3D geometry of a horizontal axis radial levitation bearing with zero-field cooled (ZFC) high-temperature superconductor (HTS) bulks in the stator, and radially magnetized permanent magnet (PM) rings in the rotor. The optimization of component dimensions and spacing to minimize the volume or cost concerning only the maximization of the levitation force was previously studied. The guidance force and guiding stability depend on the spacing between PM rings in the rotor and between the rings of HTS bulks in the stator. This new optimization…