Computational Numerical Analysis of a Magnetic Flux Permanent Magnet with Different Shape for The Development of a Hybrid Generator

• Published in: Journal of Mechanical Engineering
• Main Author: Bahari M.S.; Firdaus M.; Mohamed Z.; Ramli M.H.M.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: UiTM Press 2023
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85147001359&doi=10.24191%2fjmeche.v20i1.21087&partnerID=40&md5=d51a20a51216302b4d6022c9849dc4af

A hybrid generator is one of the attempts to reduce carbon emissions in electricity generation, as it could replace the combustion system currently used in generator sets to generate electricity while increasing carbon emissions. In the hybrid generator system, Lenz's rule of electromagnetic induction is applied in reverse by using a relay to change the polarity of the solenoid coil's electric current. The permanent magnet in the solenoid coil generates mechanical energy (motion) and thereby moves the generator engine, since the permanent magnet is connected to the generator engine via the crankshaft. The objective of this study is to determine and compare the behaviour of N55, N52, N42, N42SH, and samarium-cobalt permanent magnets for the magnet system. The objective of this study is also to find a suitable permanent magnet for use in the magnet system to increase the power generation efficiency. A simple model is simulated to achieve the desired result, including magnetic flux density inside and around the magnets, magnetic field strength calculation, and applied force. The simulations and analysis are performed using ANSYS R19 software and finally all the data are recorded and compared to select the best magnet and develop a prototype. The permanent magnet inside the solenoid plays an important role in the hybrid generator and it is crucial to choose the suitable permanent magnet to increase the efficiency of power generation. From the data, Alliance N-55 permanent magnet has the highest magnetic force of 131.57 N for 1 mm because it has significantly higher magnetic flux density, magnetic flux intensity and magnetic force. © 2023 College of Engineering, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia.