The production of impulsive torques in a photovoltaic powered pumping system

Abstract

Methods of providing the high starting torque required in photovoltaic-powered progressive-cavity type pumping systems are discussed. It is shown that suitable impulsive torques can be obtained by using a reservoir capacity. The sizing of this capacitor is discussed in detail for a permanent magnet DC drive, and experimental verification is provided. It is shown that electromagnetic torque pulses in a photovoltaic powered DC drive can be satisfactorily predicted. For a specified armature resistance the peak value is proportional to the initial input voltage. The value of capacitance representing critical damping (4L/R) may be viewed as an optimum choice in terms of peak current/microfarad.<>