Darabi - Department of Elec. Eng. K.N.Toosi University of Technology K.N.Toosi University of Technology, KNTU Tehran, Iran
Ardebili - Department of Elec. Eng. K.N.Toosi University of Technology K.N.Toosi University of Technology, KNTU Tehran, Iran

The inductance and driving force of the Linear switched reluctance motor (LSRM) are calculated using the 2D finite element method (2D-FEM) and the 3D finite element method (3D-FEM). The 2D-FEM is commonly used in the machine design. Therefore, it is important that the accuracy of the 2D-FEM be acceptable. Comparison between 2D-FEM and 3D-FEM results shows the unacceptable difference in theinductance.

LSRM, 2D-FEM, 3D-FEM