Electric Motor Winding and Its Types
An electric motor winding is a coil made up of a conductor wire such as copper or aluminum and used to produce an electromagnetic field … Read more
Platinum Resistance Thermometer- Construction and Working
Definition: The platinum resistance thermometer (PTR) uses platinum material as a thermal sensor to measure temperature. The resistance of platinum varies directly with temperature changes. … Read more
Armature Winding-Turn, Coil & Winding
Armature winding is the winding in which voltage is induced as the conductors of the coil pass through a magnetic field of the field winding. … Read more
Ammeter is Used to Measure
An ammeter is used to measure both alternate current and direct current. It can measure small amounts of electrical current, such as microamperes or milliamperes … Read more
Booster Transformer- Definition & Explanation
A booster transformer is commonly used near the end of a power transmission line to increase the voltage to a desired level. It regulates the … Read more
Advantages & Disadvantages of Synchronous Motors
The advantages of synchronous motors include constant speed, power factor control, and high starting torque. In this article, we will discuss the advantages and disadvantages … Read more
Synchronous Machine
A synchronous Machine includes both a synchronous motor and a synchronous generator. As a synchronous machine, a synchronous generator generates AC voltage, and a synchronous … Read more
Parallel Operation of DC Generators
In this article, we will study how to perform parallel operation of DC generators. In practice, electrical power is supplied from multiple generators operated together … Read more
Starting Methods of Synchronous Motor
The starting methods of the synchronous motor are damper winding, external prime mover( DC or induction motor), VVVF method, and slip ring induction motor start … Read more
Applications of Synchronous Motor
Synchronous motors are used mainly for power factor corrections, voltage regulation, and constant speed- constant torque applications. Squirrel cage induction motors are the preferred choice … Read more
