Content Development for study of Mechanical and Electrical behavioural aspects of Three Phase Induction Machine on a 3D platform

Abstract

In the current scenario of transformations in Engineering Education that involves the seamless integration of engineering disciplines, a cohesive approach of learning the mechanical and electrical aspects provides a holistic insight into the behavior of machines. This provides an immersive experience to the learner bridging the gap that hitherto exists in the understanding of abstract concepts. This paper presents the attempt in creating a 3-Dimensional environment with a machine and its various parts for viewing and manipulation of certain parameters for the learner. The focus is on enhancing the user experience for a 3-phase squirrel cage induction motor. Physical modeling, systems engineering, thermal simulations, and detailed physical review for the machine were made using 3DEXPERIENCE software. The motor prototype with fine details is developed by Computer-Aided Drafting. The industry-based V model is used to perform systems engineering. Kinematics is modeled giving an interactive simulation to obtain the electrical characteristics. Heat transfer in the motor is also visualized considering the losses generated in different parts of the machine. The results are encouraging and seem to provide a self-learning platform for the learner to try out. This work has far-reaching effects of extension into a component level understanding and application of behavior modeling to various systems leading to an effective virtual lab setup for the learner community.