WEG Uses Ansys Simulation to Design Revolutionary Industrial Motor
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Ansys technology delivers an optimal balance of simulation speed and predictively accurate results to help WEG develop W80 AXgen, an electric industrial motor that can achieve efficiency levels beyond the current industry standard- WEG used Ansys Mechanical™, Ansys Fluent™, Ansys Granta™, and Ansys Electronics™ to develop a performant, stackable, lightweight motor ideal for industrial applications including air compressors, water pump systems, and generators
With support and additional services provided by Ansys Apex Channel Partner ESSS, WEG is pioneering a new path forward by introducing axial flux motors to the industrial equipment market. Axial flux motors offer a more optimized and efficient alternative to radial flux motors due to their higher power density and specific torque. Some resulting advantages include space and weight savings, high efficiency levels, and improved durability for a reliable product lifespan.
For instance, a standard industrial induction motor with a power output of 220 kW can weigh up to 1,498 kg. Using
WEG leveraged multiple
- Ansys Fluent fluid simulation software to determine optimal liquid coolant circulation paths for heat management
Ansys Electronics simulation solutions to design and test the magnets that spin the rotors, calculating important parameters of an electrical machine, such as the electromagnetic torque and efficiency- Ansys Mechanical finite element analysis software to understand and refine materials load, impact, and stress factors that are central to manufacturing
- Ansys Granta materials information, selection, and data management to quickly identify the most suitable material for a motor with high power density
"With Ansys' powerful simulation tools and ESSS' excellent support, we have conducted extensive multiphysics validations in a virtual environment, leading to the successful development of advanced products like the W80 AXgen,"
The WEG W80 AXgen is available from 5.5 kW to 220 kW in a single configuration and up to 440 kW when taking advantage of the stackable configuration.
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