A review of system identification for active magnetic bearings: a closed-loop perspective from theory to engineering validation
摘要
This review presents an integrated framework for system identification of active magnetic bearing (AMB) systems, focusing on high-speed, frictionless rotor applications. We provide a comprehensive overview of the theoretical foundations, methodological evolution, engineering implementation, and validation strategies. The review traces the progression from classical imbalance-response and frequency/time-domain methods to more advanced nonlinear and data-driven approaches, with a particular emphasis on physics-informed neural networks (PINNs) and digital-twin-based methods that bridge physical interpretability with data-driven adaptability. Beyond algorithmic approaches, we highlight crucial engineering factors—such as real-time hardware constraints, excitation design, sensor and actuator nonidealities, data preprocessing, and multilevel validation—that influence the reliability of system identification. Finally, we propose a forward-looking roadmap focusing on lightweight modeling, explainable AI integration, and predictive health management, aiming to guide both researchers and practitioners in advancing adaptive, robust, and digital-twin-enabled AMB systems.