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
Synchronous Generator
In comparison to an asynchronous generator, it is a machine where the rotor speed is equal to the rotating magnetic field produced by the stator, i.e., mechanical speed is equal to the electrical speed, thus called synchronous, and not asynchronous.
Salient Pole Rotor
Salient pole rotor includes a large number of exposed poles mounted on a magnetic wheel. The construction of a bright pole is as shown in the image on the left. The proposed poles are made of metal laminations. The rotor winding is provided on these poles and is supported by pole shoes.
A 2-pole, single-phase alternator driven at 3000rpm require a
- the frequency generated,
- the input driving torque on full-load and
- the rotor field current
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