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Electrical Engineering: Squirrel-Cage Rotor Design

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Electrical Engineering: Squirrel-Cage Rotor Design

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What is the primary reason that makes squirrel-cage rotors popular in induction motors?

They allow for external resistance addition during operation.

They are made from lightweight materials.

They have the simplest and most rugged construction. (correct)

They are more efficient than other rotor types.

How are the rotor bars typically connected to the end-rings in a squirrel-cage rotor?

They are fused using high-heat techniques.

They are encased in rings that can rotate independently.

They are glued to the end-rings.

They are bolted or welded to two short-circuiting end-rings. (correct)

What effect does skewing the rotor slots have on motor operation?

It allows for external resistance adjustment.

It increases the rotor’s magnetic attraction.

It reduces magnetic hum and locking tendency. (correct)

It creates a higher frequency of operation.

What type of rotor is characterized by a solid steel cylinder without conductors or slots?

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Which of the following statements is true about the rotor bars in a squirrel-cage rotor?

<p>They are permanently short-circuited to themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Squirrel-Cage Rotor Construction

Almost 90% of induction motors use squirrel-cage rotors due to their simple, robust, and durable design.
The rotor is a laminated cylindrical core with parallel slots.
Rotor conductors are heavy copper, aluminum, or alloy bars, not wires.
One bar per slot; inserted from the end in semi-closed slots.
Rotor bars are permanently short-circuited to heavy end-rings (brazed, welded, or bolted). This creates the "squirrel-cage" structure.
External resistance cannot be added to the rotor circuit for starting because the rotor bars are permanently shorted.
Rotor slots are slightly skewed, not parallel to the shaft.
This reduces magnetic humming and the tendency of the rotor and stator teeth to lock due to magnetic attraction.

Alternative Rotor Design

A solid steel cylinder rotor, without conductors or slots, is also possible.
This rotor utilizes eddy currents for motor operation.

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Explore the construction and operation principles of squirrel-cage rotors in induction motors. Learn about the materials, design features, and advantages of this widely used rotor type compared to alternative designs. Ideal for students of electrical engineering and motor design.