Advancements in dynamic characteristics analysis of superconducting electrodynamic suspension systems: Modeling, experiment, and optimization

Superconducting electrodynamic suspension (EDS) presents numerous advantages, including large suspension gaps, high lift-to-drag ratios, and lower requirements for track irregularities. Recent advancements in superconducting materials have further enhanced the feasibility of this technology, and hence multiple research institutions are actively developing and improving this high-speed rail technology. Superconducting EDS achieves passive suspension and guidance by the interaction between ground null-flux coils and onboard superconducting magnets, forming an electromechanical coupled system. Thus, electromechanical coupling modeling and equivalent experimental methods are essential in evaluating and optimizing this system. This article reviews the research on dynamic characteristics analysis of superconducting EDS, focusing on modeling and experimental methods. Firstly, it revisits the development history of superconducting EDS and the new opportunities brought by advancements in superconducting materials. Secondly, it discusses various modeling approaches for the suspension system, emphasizing their benefits and limitations. Thirdly, it describes equivalent experimental methods and their respective application scenarios. Then, it reviews important conclusions and possible optimization methods related to dynamic performance and electromechanical coupling research. Additionally, the sliding window method is introduced to improve computational efficiency in vehicle dynamics modeling. This article provides insights into the current state and future directions of superconducting EDS research, serving as a valuable reference for researchers and engineers.

3D electromagnetic modelling for high-temperature superconducting dynamo flux pumps using T-A formulation

A high-temperature superconducting(HTS)dynamo flux pump can inject DC currents into closed-loop HTS magnets without contact.It enables the realisation of current-lead-free or even through-wall charging systems for high-field applications such as nuclear magnetic resonance/magnetic resonance imaging(MRI)magnets,fusion reactors and accelerators.Researchers have proposed many simulation models to understand the working principle of HTS dynamos,few of which are in 3D because of converging problems.Therefore,the influences of many key 3D parameters in the HTS dynamo are scarcely reported.The authors propose an efficient 3D modelling method of the HTS dynamo based on the T-A formulation.The rotating magnets are modelled by a ring-shaped permanent magnet with space-time-variant remanent flux density to avoid moving meshes.This,together with the T-A formulation,makes the 3D model efficient and universal.The accuracy of the model is verified by the experimental instantaneous and time-integrated dynamic voltages.Using this model,the authors present systematic case studies to thoroughly explore the influences of the key parameters of a dynamo flux pump on the dynamic voltage and losses.The proposed modelling method and results could significantly benefit the design and optimisation of HTS dynamos for high-field magnets.

Studies on the active SISFCL and its impact on the distance protection of the EHV transmission line

The active saturated iron-core superconductive fault current limiter(SISFCL)is a good choice to decrease fault current.This paper introduced the principles and impedance characteristic of the active SISFCL.Then,it shows the current-limiting effects of the SISFCL.Besides,the impact of the active SISFCL on the distance protection of the EHV transmission line is evaluated.Based on that,the coordination scheme of the distance protections is proposed.A 500 kV double-circuit transmission system with SISFCLs is simulated by Electro-Magnetic Transients Program including DC(EMTDC).Simulation tests demonstrate the correctness and validity of theoretical analyses.