Cost-Effective Assessment of Surface-Mounted Permanent-Magnet Motors for Refrigerant Compressor Applications Used in High-Temperature Environments

With the introduction of stricter energy-efficiency-ratio regulations, the surface-mounted permanent-magnet motor (SPM) is gaining increasing attention due to its inherent high-power density. This article investigates the feasible SPM structures for refrigerant compressor applications, particularly those used in metal industry factories with high surrounding temperatures so that cost-effective solutions can be achieved. A theoretical model is first established to aid structural parameter optimizations and the management of specific operational objectives and constraints; multiple SPM arrangements are investigates, with ease of manufacturing implementation being one consideration, as shown in Liu
et al.
, 2021. Detailed finite element calculations and experimental measurements are performed to develop feasible SPMs with optimized structural arrangements that meet the desired operational objectives.