Adaptive Digital Twin Framework for PMSM Thermal Safety Monitoring: Integrating Bayesian Self-Calibration with Hierarchical Physics-Aware Network

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Authors: Jinqiu Gao, Junze Luo, Shicai Yin, Chao Gong, Saibo Wang, Gerui Zhang
Cited by: 29
References: 31

Abstract

To address the limitations of parameter drift in physical models and poor generalization in data-driven methods, this paper proposes a self-evolving digital twin framework for PMSM thermal safety. The framework integrates a dynamic-batch Bayesian calibration (DBBC) algorithm and a hierarchical physics-aware network (HPA-Net). First, the DBBC eliminates plant–model mismatch by robustly identifying stochastic parameters from operational data. Subsequently, the HPA-Net adopts a “physics-augmented” strategy, utilizing the calibrated physical model as a dynamic prior to directly infer high-fidelity temperature via a hierarchical training scheme. Furthermore, a real-time demagnetization safety margin (DSM) monitoring strategy is integrated to eliminate “false safe” zones. Experimental validation on a PMSM test bench confirms the superior performance of the proposed framework, which achieves a Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) of 0.919 °C for the stator winding and 1.603 °C for the permanent magnets. The proposed digital twin ensures robust thermal safety even under unseen operating conditions, transforming the monitoring system into a proactive safety guardian.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Machine Fault Diagnosis Techniques Model Reduction and Neural Networks Electric Motor Design and Analysis

Publication details

Journal / source
Machines
Publisher
MDPI AG
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
138–138
Publication date
24 January 2026
Language
EN