Extending Operational Limit of IPMSM in Signal-Injection Sensorless Control by Manipulation of Convergence Point

This paper analyzes the convergence of signal-injection sensorless control (SISC) especially for heavily saturated interior permanent-magnet synchronous motors (IPMSMs). In the analysis, it is revealed that the harmonic inductance and the operating current variation are critical factors in determining the operational limit of SISC. The clear boundary of SISC for an IPMSM can be obtained through the proposed convergence analysis. Based on this analysis, a control algorithm is proposed to extend the operational limit of SISC. With the proposed method, the torque capability under SISC can be maximized. Simulations and experiments are performed to verify the proposed method.