A comparative study on the spindle system equipped with synchronous and induction servo motors for heavy duty milling with highly stable torque control

In order to create a higher torque spindle system for productive milling operations, rotational speed stability against the torque disturbance has been studied with respect to the spindle mechanical design parameters, actuator types and spindle control algorithms. The study showed a remarkable difference in the spindle rotational speed stability against torque disturbance between a spindle system equipped with an induction servo motor and a permanent magnet synchronous servo motor. The results of this study have been obtained by theoretical analysis, numerical simulation and physical experiments, and the experimental study showed that the hybrid actuation spindle achieves longer tool life.