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Publication details for Dr Neal Wade
Wade, N. S. & Short, T. D. (2006). Behaviour of a Linear Actuator for Use in a Low Technology Solar Water Pump. 3rd IET International Conference on Power Electronics, Machines and Drives, Dublin, Ireland, Institute of Engineering and Technology.- Publication type: Edited works: conference proceedings
- ISSN/ISBN: 0863416187
Author(s) from Durham
Abstract
A linear actuator proposed as the prime mover in a low technology solar water pump has been investigated. Simulation with SIMULINK and tests on a prototype actuator have provided an indication of the output that can be expected from a pump built in this configuration. The agreement seen between simulation and tests allows more sophisticated pump configurations to be simulated with confidence.