A 2-pole, single-phase alternator driven at 3000rpm require a mechanical input to its rotor of 30kW when it is delivering its full-load output of 30kW. Under this condition the fixed and variable losses are1100W and 2.8kW respectively, and the rotor field winding is supplied from a 110V dc source. Given that the full-load efficiency is 87%, determine. the frequency generated, the input driving torque on full-load and the rotor field current

A 2-pole, single-phase alternator driven at 3000rpm require a mechanical input to its rotor of 30kW when it is delivering its full-load output of 30kW. Under this condition the fixed and variable losses are1100W and 2.8kW respectively, and the rotor field winding is supplied from a 110V dc source. Given that the full-load efficiency is 87%, determine. the frequency generated, the input driving torque on full-load and the rotor field current

Power System Analysis and Design (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter12: Power System Controls

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Problem 12.4P

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