A new method to minimize the chattering phenomenon in sliding mode control based on intelligent control for induction motor drives

This paper presents new method toward the design of hybrid control with sliding-mode (SMC) plus fuzzy logic control (FLC) for induction motors. As the variations of both control system parameters and operating conditions occur, the conventional control methods may not be satisfied further. Sliding mode control is robust with respect to both induction motor parameter variations and external disturbances. By embedding a fuzzy logic control into the sliding mode control, the chattering (torque-ripple) problem with varying parameters, which are the main disadvantage in sliding-mode control, can be suppressed, Simulation results of the proposed control theme present good dynamic and steady-state performances as compared to the classical SMC from aspects for torque-ripple minimization, the quick dynamic torque response and robustness to disturbance and variation of parameters.