A 6DOF Motion Platform with Permanent Magnet Linear Motors

Authors

  • Evžen Thöndel Czech Technical University in Prague, Praha

Abstract

The paper deals with the modelling and
simulation of a six-degree-of-freedom (6DOF) motion
platform with permanent magnet linear actuators. The
notion and structure of a 6DOF platform (a.k.a. Stewart
platform) is well known. The main aim of this paper is to
find and describe a suitable solution for applications
requiring high dynamics and position accuracy. For this
reason, permanent magnet linear actuators, characterized
by their high dynamics and accuracy, have been used –
despite their still considerable (albeit gradually decreasing)
price tag per unit of power. Furthermore this paper
develops a mathematical model to be later employed for the
scaling and design of the platform controls.

Author Biography

Evžen Thöndel, Czech Technical University in Prague, Praha

Department of Electric Drives and Traction

References

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E. Thöndel, “Simulation of a 6DOF Motion Platform with Linear Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors”, Online:

http://youtu.be/AZjgcrV642c, 2014.

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2020-03-30

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