MATLAB: Simulating coupled machines – Induction motor and dc generator

Question

As part of my research project I would like to model and simulate a 3 ph induction motor coupled to a dc generator, is this possible in simulink? if so how can i get started? Please provide examples of such simulations , if you have any.

Awaiting your reply.

Thanks & regards Emmanuel Babu

Answer 1

There's a Simulink add-on tool called SimPowerSystems which is made to model three-phase electrical systems. I would start by looking into that.

This example looks relevant, except you can swap out the motor with an asynchronous (induction) machine: http://www.mathworks.com/help/physmod/sps/examples/mechanical-coupling-of-synchronous-generator-with-exciter-system.html

- Sebastian