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What is the primary purpose of rheostatic braking in motors?
What is the primary purpose of rheostatic braking in motors?
Field weakening braking helps achieve which of the following?
Field weakening braking helps achieve which of the following?
What is a key benefit of using dynamic brake resistors in braking systems?
What is a key benefit of using dynamic brake resistors in braking systems?
Which speed control method provides the best efficiency at reduced speeds?
Which speed control method provides the best efficiency at reduced speeds?
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What is a disadvantage of using armature voltage control for speed control in DC motors?
What is a disadvantage of using armature voltage control for speed control in DC motors?
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Which method of speed control allows for independent control of torque and speed?
Which method of speed control allows for independent control of torque and speed?
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Dynamic braking methods can achieve what significant benefit?
Dynamic braking methods can achieve what significant benefit?
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Which of the following is a limitation of using electronic speed controllers (ESC) for DC motors?
Which of the following is a limitation of using electronic speed controllers (ESC) for DC motors?
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What type of losses is primarily associated with the resistance encountered by the current in DC motors?
What type of losses is primarily associated with the resistance encountered by the current in DC motors?
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Which type of DC motor is characterized by high starting torque and a decrease in speed as load increases?
Which type of DC motor is characterized by high starting torque and a decrease in speed as load increases?
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What is a key feature of shunt wound DC motors?
What is a key feature of shunt wound DC motors?
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Which DC motor type combines features of both series and shunt motors?
Which DC motor type combines features of both series and shunt motors?
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In terms of speed regulation, which type of DC motor offers the best performance?
In terms of speed regulation, which type of DC motor offers the best performance?
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What is a characteristic of permanent magnet DC motors?
What is a characteristic of permanent magnet DC motors?
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Which DC motor provides the highest starting torque?
Which DC motor provides the highest starting torque?
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What defines speed regulation in DC motors?
What defines speed regulation in DC motors?
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What occurs to the speed of a DC motor as the load increases?
What occurs to the speed of a DC motor as the load increases?
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How is the efficiency of a DC motor defined?
How is the efficiency of a DC motor defined?
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Which type of DC motor is not suitable for high-power applications?
Which type of DC motor is not suitable for high-power applications?
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What method can be used to achieve speed control in a DC motor?
What method can be used to achieve speed control in a DC motor?
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Which method allows a DC motor to act as a generator during braking?
Which method allows a DC motor to act as a generator during braking?
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What is one common application of DC motors in the industrial sector?
What is one common application of DC motors in the industrial sector?
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Which starting method reduces the voltage during the startup of a DC motor?
Which starting method reduces the voltage during the startup of a DC motor?
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What characterizes soft starters used with DC motors?
What characterizes soft starters used with DC motors?
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What type of electric braking involves momentarily disconnecting the motor from the power supply?
What type of electric braking involves momentarily disconnecting the motor from the power supply?
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Which of these applications is a typical use of DC motors in the medical field?
Which of these applications is a typical use of DC motors in the medical field?
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What is the main advantage of using DC motors in electric vehicles?
What is the main advantage of using DC motors in electric vehicles?
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What type of DC motor starting method can lead to high starting current and mechanical shock?
What type of DC motor starting method can lead to high starting current and mechanical shock?
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What characterizes regenerative braking in DC motors?
What characterizes regenerative braking in DC motors?
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What primarily causes iron losses in a motor?
What primarily causes iron losses in a motor?
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Which type of losses varies with the speed of the motor?
Which type of losses varies with the speed of the motor?
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What factor does stray load loss depend on?
What factor does stray load loss depend on?
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What is the efficiency of a DC motor defined as?
What is the efficiency of a DC motor defined as?
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During which test is the full-load current measured when the motor shaft is blocked?
During which test is the full-load current measured when the motor shaft is blocked?
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Which test measures the efficiency of a motor at different load conditions?
Which test measures the efficiency of a motor at different load conditions?
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What aspect of a motor does the temperature rise test evaluate?
What aspect of a motor does the temperature rise test evaluate?
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What is a typical efficiency range for DC motors at rated load conditions?
What is a typical efficiency range for DC motors at rated load conditions?
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Which test would check for insulation deterioration or moisture ingress?
Which test would check for insulation deterioration or moisture ingress?
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What key component is evaluated in the vibration and noise test for a motor?
What key component is evaluated in the vibration and noise test for a motor?
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What type of DC motor is best suited for applications requiring high starting torque?
What type of DC motor is best suited for applications requiring high starting torque?
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Which characteristic describes shunt wound DC motors?
Which characteristic describes shunt wound DC motors?
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What is a defining feature of the compound wound DC motor?
What is a defining feature of the compound wound DC motor?
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What method is used to provide precise control over motor torque in DC motors?
What method is used to provide precise control over motor torque in DC motors?
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The efficiency of a DC motor is defined as what ratio?
The efficiency of a DC motor is defined as what ratio?
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Which braking method involves reversing the polarity of the armature voltage in a DC motor?
Which braking method involves reversing the polarity of the armature voltage in a DC motor?
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In which situation would a series wound DC motor not be ideal?
In which situation would a series wound DC motor not be ideal?
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What is a potential consequence of using Direct On-Line (DOL) starting for DC motors?
What is a potential consequence of using Direct On-Line (DOL) starting for DC motors?
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What happens to the speed of a DC motor as torque increases?
What happens to the speed of a DC motor as torque increases?
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Which type of DC motor typically exhibits high efficiency characteristics?
Which type of DC motor typically exhibits high efficiency characteristics?
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What is the primary feature that allows DC motors to be effective in industrial automation?
What is the primary feature that allows DC motors to be effective in industrial automation?
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What classification divides compound wound motors into two types?
What classification divides compound wound motors into two types?
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What is the advantage of using a soft starter for DC motors?
What is the advantage of using a soft starter for DC motors?
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What defines speed regulation in DC motors?
What defines speed regulation in DC motors?
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Which application is NOT commonly associated with the use of DC motors?
Which application is NOT commonly associated with the use of DC motors?
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Which application would likely use a permanent magnet DC motor?
Which application would likely use a permanent magnet DC motor?
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Which starting method minimizes mechanical stress during startup?
Which starting method minimizes mechanical stress during startup?
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What primary function do DC motors perform in renewable energy systems?
What primary function do DC motors perform in renewable energy systems?
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Which type of braking involves reversing the current flow in the motor windings?
Which type of braking involves reversing the current flow in the motor windings?
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What defines the starting of DC motors?
What defines the starting of DC motors?
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What is a characteristic of rheostatic braking in motors?
What is a characteristic of rheostatic braking in motors?
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Field weakening braking is primarily used to achieve what effect in DC motors?
Field weakening braking is primarily used to achieve what effect in DC motors?
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Dynamic brake resistors are designed to do what during the braking process?
Dynamic brake resistors are designed to do what during the braking process?
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Which speed control method allows for better speed regulation compared to armature voltage control?
Which speed control method allows for better speed regulation compared to armature voltage control?
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The efficiency of a DC motor can be affected by which of the following types of losses?
The efficiency of a DC motor can be affected by which of the following types of losses?
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What is the result of using armature resistance control for speed control in DC motors?
What is the result of using armature resistance control for speed control in DC motors?
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What is a downside of using electronic speed controllers (ESC) in DC motor applications?
What is a downside of using electronic speed controllers (ESC) in DC motor applications?
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Which method provides precise speed control by independently varying the field current?
Which method provides precise speed control by independently varying the field current?
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What application is commonly associated with rheostatic braking systems?
What application is commonly associated with rheostatic braking systems?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the advantage of regenerative braking systems?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the advantage of regenerative braking systems?
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What do mechanical losses in a DC motor primarily include?
What do mechanical losses in a DC motor primarily include?
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What is the relationship between stray load losses and the armature current?
What is the relationship between stray load losses and the armature current?
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What does the efficiency of a DC motor depend on?
What does the efficiency of a DC motor depend on?
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During which test is the core loss primarily determined?
During which test is the core loss primarily determined?
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What does the insulation resistance test evaluate?
What does the insulation resistance test evaluate?
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What is typically measured during a load test of a DC motor?
What is typically measured during a load test of a DC motor?
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What does the temperature rise test specifically measure?
What does the temperature rise test specifically measure?
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At what efficiency range do typical DC motors operate under rated load conditions?
At what efficiency range do typical DC motors operate under rated load conditions?
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What are iron losses in a motor generally attributed to?
What are iron losses in a motor generally attributed to?
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Which type of power is not a factor when determining the efficiency of a DC motor?
Which type of power is not a factor when determining the efficiency of a DC motor?
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What is a characteristic of series wound DC motors?
What is a characteristic of series wound DC motors?
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In terms of speed regulation, which type of DC motor performs best under varying loads?
In terms of speed regulation, which type of DC motor performs best under varying loads?
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Which DC motor type combines features from both series and shunt motors?
Which DC motor type combines features from both series and shunt motors?
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Which characteristic describes the efficiency of DC motors?
Which characteristic describes the efficiency of DC motors?
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What is a significant drawback of using series wound DC motors?
What is a significant drawback of using series wound DC motors?
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Which type of DC motor is best suited for applications requiring constant speed?
Which type of DC motor is best suited for applications requiring constant speed?
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Which motor type is typically used for low-power applications like toys and small appliances?
Which motor type is typically used for low-power applications like toys and small appliances?
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What does starting torque signify in DC motors?
What does starting torque signify in DC motors?
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What primarily causes hysteresis losses in a motor?
What primarily causes hysteresis losses in a motor?
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Under what conditions do mechanical losses in a motor vary?
Under what conditions do mechanical losses in a motor vary?
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What is the relationship between stray load losses and armature current?
What is the relationship between stray load losses and armature current?
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Which test specifically measures no-load speed and core losses in a DC motor?
Which test specifically measures no-load speed and core losses in a DC motor?
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What does the efficiency of a DC motor represent?
What does the efficiency of a DC motor represent?
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Which of the following tests is used to evaluate temperature stability during motor operation?
Which of the following tests is used to evaluate temperature stability during motor operation?
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Which factor is NOT typically considered when determining the efficiency of a DC motor?
Which factor is NOT typically considered when determining the efficiency of a DC motor?
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What is the main goal of conducting comprehensive tests on DC motors?
What is the main goal of conducting comprehensive tests on DC motors?
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What is a key method for controlling the torque of a DC motor?
What is a key method for controlling the torque of a DC motor?
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Which application is most suited for the high starting torque characteristics of DC motors?
Which application is most suited for the high starting torque characteristics of DC motors?
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What is a common consequence of using Direct On-Line (DOL) starting for DC motors?
What is a common consequence of using Direct On-Line (DOL) starting for DC motors?
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Which of the following statements regarding dynamic braking in DC motors is true?
Which of the following statements regarding dynamic braking in DC motors is true?
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Which method for starting DC motors involves limiting the initial voltage supplied?
Which method for starting DC motors involves limiting the initial voltage supplied?
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In which application are DC motors commonly utilized for their precise speed control?
In which application are DC motors commonly utilized for their precise speed control?
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What describes the function of regenerative braking in DC motors?
What describes the function of regenerative braking in DC motors?
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Which starting method provides a gradual increase in voltage to a DC motor to reduce mechanical shock?
Which starting method provides a gradual increase in voltage to a DC motor to reduce mechanical shock?
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What is the primary role of a variable frequency drive (VFD) in DC motor applications?
What is the primary role of a variable frequency drive (VFD) in DC motor applications?
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What is a significant advantage of using DC motors in the aerospace and defense sectors?
What is a significant advantage of using DC motors in the aerospace and defense sectors?
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Which of the following applications demonstrates the use of DC motors in renewable energy systems?
Which of the following applications demonstrates the use of DC motors in renewable energy systems?
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What is the main purpose of using dynamic braking in DC motors?
What is the main purpose of using dynamic braking in DC motors?
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What key characteristic of DC motors makes them suitable for material handling systems?
What key characteristic of DC motors makes them suitable for material handling systems?
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Which braking method involves reversing the direction of current flow in the motor's windings?
Which braking method involves reversing the direction of current flow in the motor's windings?
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What is the main benefit of controlled braking methods in electric motors?
What is the main benefit of controlled braking methods in electric motors?
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Which braking method involves connecting a variable resistor to dissipate energy?
Which braking method involves connecting a variable resistor to dissipate energy?
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Field weakening braking primarily allows for what advantage in DC motors?
Field weakening braking primarily allows for what advantage in DC motors?
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What is a primary application of dynamic brake resistors?
What is a primary application of dynamic brake resistors?
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Which method provides the best speed regulation for DC motors?
Which method provides the best speed regulation for DC motors?
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What is one drawback of armature voltage control in DC motors?
What is one drawback of armature voltage control in DC motors?
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Which approach allows for precise speed control in DC motors but may introduce electrical interference?
Which approach allows for precise speed control in DC motors but may introduce electrical interference?
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What makes electronic speed controllers more expensive than traditional methods?
What makes electronic speed controllers more expensive than traditional methods?
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What type of loss occurs in DC motors due to the resistance of windings to current flow?
What type of loss occurs in DC motors due to the resistance of windings to current flow?
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What characteristic of electric braking contributes to reduced wear on mechanical components?
What characteristic of electric braking contributes to reduced wear on mechanical components?
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Which method of DC motor speed control is noted for its complexity and need for additional cold circuitry?
Which method of DC motor speed control is noted for its complexity and need for additional cold circuitry?
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Dynamic braking methods provide what significant advantage in energy management?
Dynamic braking methods provide what significant advantage in energy management?
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What defines the critical feature of rheostatic braking?
What defines the critical feature of rheostatic braking?
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In electric braking, what main advantage does regenerative braking provide?
In electric braking, what main advantage does regenerative braking provide?
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