The MSAD actuator sclenoid, performance evaluation and modification

A small conical-faced solenoid actuator is tested in order to develop design criteria for improved performance including increased pull sensitivity. In addition to increased pull for the normal electrical inputs, a reduction in pull response to short duration electrical noise pulses is also required. Along with dynamic testing of the solenoid, a linear circuit model is developed. This model permits calculation of the dynamic forces and currents which can be expected with various electrical inputs. The model parameters are related to the actual solenoid and allow the effects of winding density and shading rings to be evaluated.