Experimental evaluation of combined reference frames transformation for stator fault detection in multi-phase machines

Abstract

This paper focuses on the modeling and experimental validation of a diagnostic index for fault detection in multiphase machines. Experiments are carried out on of a five-phase permanent-magnet machine designed for fault tolerant applications. The diagnostic index is aimed at stator faults detection and is based upon the combination of information from two different reference frames. The diagnostic index effectiveness and robustness are assessed by Finite Element analysis and experiments.