Practical Applications of the Active Magnetic Bearings to the Industrial World

Active Magnetic Bearings (AMB) are developed, manufactured and marketed by Societe de Mecanique Magnetique (S2M) since 1976. This company has maGe major improvements to the AMB fundamental technology in order to meet industrial requirements. Each component of the AMB system has been improved through a simple, robust, and patented solution. Among others, inductive sensors, flux feedback control, control loops (automatic balancing system), auxiliary bearings •••• Many industrial applications in various and severe environmental conditions have been set into operation. They have been into operation for years and have shown then reliability.