Nonlinear Modeling and Co-Simulation with MATLAB, ADAMS and ANSYS for Active Magnetic Bearings

A newnonlinear model for AMBs is developed and co-simulation is carried out by combining ADAMS, MATLAB and ANSYS. The prototype model of AMBs system is obtained and can be used for co-design. The 1-degree-of-freedom (1-DOF) static levitation of axial magnetic bearing and the 2-degree-of-freedom (2-DOF) static levitation of radial magnetic bearing are respectively realized. The 5-degree-of-freedom (5-DOF) AMBs linear system has also been levitated steady and the system has a good control performance. Simulation results verify the correctness of the AMBs model which is based on the virtual prototype technology.