This paper presents a torque ripple reduction algorithm for the switched reluctance motor drives using the fuzzy logic and the sliding
mode control. A turn-on angle controller based on the fuzzy logic determines the optimal turn-on angle. In addition, a sliding mode
torque control (SMTC) methods reduces torque ripples instantaneously in the commutation region. The proposed algorithm does
not require complex system models considering nonlinear magnetizing or demagnetizing periods of the phase current. According to
the rotor speed and torque, the proposed controller changes the turn-on angle and reference torque instantaneously until the torque
ripples are minimized. The simulation and experimental results verify the validity of minimizing the torque ripple performance.