This paper deals with the numerical analysis of a hybrid permanent magnet generator able to produce simultaneously electric and thermal energy being dedicated for wind conversion systems. The studied machine is equipped with permanent magnets and it is analyzed from electromagnetic point of view using 2D and 3D finite element numerical models developed in Flux software package. The purpose of the analysis is to estimate the performance and operation characteristics of the machine. The numerical results are experimentally validated by measurements on a prototype.

Keywords: Electromagnetic field analysis, Finite element method, Hybrid permanent magnet generator