A 2.3kV, 3 phase Y-connected synchronous motor has a synchronous impedance of 0.1+j2 ohms per phase. The motor operates at 0.866 pf lagging while taking 350A from a 2.3kV, 3 phase source. Find the a) load angle in degrees under the above conditions and the b) excitation voltage per phase.

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A 2.3kV, 3 phase Y-connected synchronous motor has a synchronous impedance of 0.1+j2 ohms per phase. The motor operates at 0.866 pf lagging while taking 350A from a 2.3kV, 3 phase source. Find the a) load angle in degrees under the above conditions and the b) excitation voltage per phase.

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