A comprehensive guide covering the structure, features, control methods, advantages, disadvantages and applications of various motor types.
The Motor Handbook, jointly prepared by Infineon Technologies AG and the Institute for Power Electronics and Power Drives at RWTH Aachen University, provides detailed information on a wide range of motor technologies, including induction, permanent‑magnet synchronous, synchronous reluctance, DC, brushless DC, switched‑reluctance and stepper motors. It explains motor structures, functional characteristics, control strategies, key performance metrics and typical applications, aiming to help users and drive‑designer engineers quickly understand and select appropriate motor solutions.
The handbook includes comparative tables, specifications for individual motor types, a glossary of terminology, and sections on vector control, motor losses, efficiency, winding‑insulation temperature ratings and cooling methods. It also presents application examples such as high‑power‑density welding machines and inverter designs, making it a useful reference for both academic study and practical engineering design. This manual is written in Chinese.