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Abstract

In the recent past, variable speed driving systems have sprouted in various small scale and large scale applications like automobile industries, domestic appliances etc. The usage of green and eco friendly electronics are greatly developed to save the energy consumption of various devices. This lead to the development in Brushless DC motor (BLDCM). The usage of BLDCM enhances various performance factors ranging from higher efficiency, higher torque in low-speed range, high power density, low maintenance and less noise than other motors. The BLDCM can act as an alternative for traditional motors like induction and switched reluctance motors. In this paper we present a mathematical model of BLDC motor and show the values of various technical parameters using MATLAB/SIMULINK. In this paper the simulation is carried out for 120 degree mode of operation. The test results show the performance of BLDCM which are highly acceptable. Finally a PID controller is applied for closed loop speed control under various loading conditions.