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**Vector Control Principle – Introduction**
Vector control, also known as field-oriented control, is a method used to regulate the performance of three-phase AC motors by utilizing a frequency inverter. This technique adjusts the output frequency and voltage magnitude and angle to control the motor's behavior. The key advantage of vector control is its ability to independently manage the motor’s magnetic field and torque, similar to how a DC motor operates. It is commonly applied to both AC induction motors and brushless DC motors, particularly for high-performance applications.
The concept was first introduced in the late 1960s by K. Hasse from TU Darmstadt. Later, in the early 1970s, F. Blaschke from Siemens proposed a three-dimensional field-oriented control method in his doctoral thesis at TU Braunschweig. This approach aimed to solve the challenge of controlling the torque of an AC motor by measuring and controlling the stator current vector. By aligning the magnetic field orientation, it allows for precise control of the excitation and torque currents, enabling efficient torque regulation.
**Vector Control Principle**
At its core, vector control involves measuring and controlling the stator current vector of an induction motor. The current is divided into two components: one responsible for generating the magnetic field (excitation current) and another that produces torque (torque current). By managing both the amplitude and phase of these components, the system achieves accurate control over the motor’s torque. This method is often referred to as vector control due to the use of vector representation in the control process.
Coordinate transformation plays a central role in implementing vector control. The idea is to convert the three-phase stator current into a two-phase stationary system, and then rotate it to a synchronous rotating frame, where it behaves like DC current. This transformation enables decoupling of flux and torque, allowing the motor to be controlled similarly to a DC motor. As a result, the dynamic and static performance of an AC motor can closely match that of a DC motor system.
There are different types of vector control methods, including slip frequency-based control, sensorless control, and sensor-based control. The slip frequency method uses U/f = constant control, adjusting the frequency based on the motor’s actual speed to maintain torque. This approach helps reduce torque fluctuations during dynamic changes, improving the inverter’s performance.
Sensorless vector control eliminates the need for a speed sensor by estimating the magnetic flux within the inverter using the motor’s nameplate data. It controls the stator voltage and frequency to align the excitation and torque currents with their reference values, achieving effective torque control without physical sensors.
Modern general-purpose inverters now feature automatic motor parameter identification and adaptive control. These systems can automatically detect and adjust the motor’s parameters before operation, ensuring optimal performance even with standard asynchronous motors. Additional advancements include improved torque control, adaptive matching with mechanical systems, and the use of large-scale integrated circuits and digital AVR technology to enhance low-speed stability and smoothness.
These innovations have significantly improved the efficiency, responsiveness, and reliability of vector-controlled AC motor drives, making them a preferred choice in industrial and high-performance applications.