Optimization of a three-phase Induction Motor for Electric Vehicles Based on Hook-Jews Optimization Method

Abstract

In this paper, the Hook-Jews (HJ) optimization method is used to optimize a 3-phase Squirrel-Cage Induction Motor (SCIM) as an Electric Vehicle's (EV) motor. Optimal designs with different numbers of poles, different nominal and maximum speeds, and different numbers of grooves are compared and the best one is selected. The optimization method used has advantages such as simple programming, omission of gradients, short convergence times, and the possibility of changing individual parameters. Design parameter variations for optimal designs with rated speeds for 2-pole and 4-pole motors are shown and explained. The results show that his 2-pole motor with the rectangular stator and rotor slots and a rated speed of 1800 rpm has the highest efficiency.