Improved Kayaking Ergometer Using a Switch-mode Converter Driven Alternator

Chris Cornaby; Jeppe Friberg; Nikolaj B.  Søndergaard; Kristian Lindberg-Poulsen; Tiberiu-Gabriel Zsurzsan

doi:10.1109/ICIT.2016.7474744

Improved Kayaking Ergometer Using a Switch-mode Converter Driven Alternator

Chris Cornaby, Jeppe Friberg, Nikolaj B. Søndergaard, Kristian Lindberg-Poulsen, Tiberiu-Gabriel Zsurzsan

Technical University of Denmark

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This paper describes the implementation of a generator as a source of resistance in a modern kayaking ergometer. This ergometer can function as a platform for emulation of the athlete-kayak-paddle system. The system was considered and described. A possible model for digital regulation has also been described. A synchronous-rectified buck converter has been designed to control the current through the rotor and, by extension, the mechanical resistance felt by the oarsman. The circuit was designed to function with a 12V car battery as a supply. Necessary specifications for efficiency and output stability were set, measured and met. The prototype without regulation was presented at the 2015 Kayaking World Cup, and was met with appreciation and positive feedback.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Proceedings of 2016 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology
Publisher	IEEE
Publication date	2016
Pages	165-169
ISBN (Print)	978-1-4673-8074-4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1109/ICIT.2016.7474744
Publication status	Published - 2016
Event	2016 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology - Howard Plaza Hotel, Taipei, Taiwan, Province of China Duration: 14 Mar 2016 → 17 Mar 2016 https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/conhome/7468873/proceeding

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Conference	2016 IEEE International Conference on Industrial Technology
Location	Howard Plaza Hotel
Country/Territory	Taiwan, Province of China
City	Taipei
Period	14/03/2016 → 17/03/2016
Internet address	https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/xpl/conhome/7468873/proceeding

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