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Which of the following materials would be LEAST suitable for creating a strong electromagnet core?
Which of the following materials would be LEAST suitable for creating a strong electromagnet core?
- Cobalt
- Nickel
- Iron
- Copper (correct)
How does increasing the number of turns in a coil of wire in an electromagnet affect the magnetic field strength, assuming current remains constant?
How does increasing the number of turns in a coil of wire in an electromagnet affect the magnetic field strength, assuming current remains constant?
- Causes the magnetic field to reverse polarity.
- Decreases the magnetic field strength.
- Increases the magnetic field strength. (correct)
- Has no effect on the magnetic field strength.
Which of the following statements accurately describes the behavior of magnetic poles?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the behavior of magnetic poles?
- Magnetic poles have no interaction with each other.
- Like poles attract each other.
- Opposite poles repel each other.
- Like poles repel each other. (correct)
Which of the following is a characteristic of permanent magnets?
Which of the following is a characteristic of permanent magnets?
How is electromagnetism defined?
How is electromagnetism defined?
Consider a scenario where an electromagnet's core material is switched from iron to platinum. Assuming the current and number of coil turns remain constant, what would likely happen to the magnetic field strength?
Consider a scenario where an electromagnet's core material is switched from iron to platinum. Assuming the current and number of coil turns remain constant, what would likely happen to the magnetic field strength?
Within a non-magnetized piece of iron, how are the magnetic domains typically arranged?
Within a non-magnetized piece of iron, how are the magnetic domains typically arranged?
If a material allows magnetic lines of force to go around it instead of passing through it, how is this material classified?
If a material allows magnetic lines of force to go around it instead of passing through it, how is this material classified?
Which of the following actions will result in a stronger electromagnet?
Which of the following actions will result in a stronger electromagnet?
What is the relationship between permeability and reluctance in magnetic materials?
What is the relationship between permeability and reluctance in magnetic materials?
Which of the following actions will reverse the polarity of the voltage induced in a wire moving through a magnetic field?
Which of the following actions will reverse the polarity of the voltage induced in a wire moving through a magnetic field?
What does Lenz's Law state about the relationship between an induced electromotive force (EMF) and the force that created it?
What does Lenz's Law state about the relationship between an induced electromotive force (EMF) and the force that created it?
In an inductive circuit, what effect does the expanding magnetic field have on the current flow when the circuit is initially energized?
In an inductive circuit, what effect does the expanding magnetic field have on the current flow when the circuit is initially energized?
A coil has an inductance of 3 henries. If the current through the coil changes at a rate of 2 amperes per second, what is the induced voltage?
A coil has an inductance of 3 henries. If the current through the coil changes at a rate of 2 amperes per second, what is the induced voltage?
Why are diodes or metal oxide varistors (MOV) often used in conjunction with inductors in circuits?
Why are diodes or metal oxide varistors (MOV) often used in conjunction with inductors in circuits?
At what angle of the wire loop with respect to the magnetic flux lines, does a generator produce maximum voltage?
At what angle of the wire loop with respect to the magnetic flux lines, does a generator produce maximum voltage?
What is the function of brushes in a generator?
What is the function of brushes in a generator?
What is the effect on the magnetic field when current flow stops in an electromagnet?
What is the effect on the magnetic field when current flow stops in an electromagnet?
If a material has high retentivity, what does this indicate about its magnetic properties?
If a material has high retentivity, what does this indicate about its magnetic properties?
Which of the following correctly describes magnetic induction?
Which of the following correctly describes magnetic induction?
In an additive magnetic circuit, how do the individual magnetic forces interact?
In an additive magnetic circuit, how do the individual magnetic forces interact?
What is the term for the external force required to eliminate any retained magnetism in a material?
What is the term for the external force required to eliminate any retained magnetism in a material?
What measurement is equivalent to 1 Weber?
What measurement is equivalent to 1 Weber?
What is the primary function of the commutator in a DC generator?
What is the primary function of the commutator in a DC generator?
In a generator, at what point in the wire loop's rotation is the maximum voltage (peak value) typically reached?
In a generator, at what point in the wire loop's rotation is the maximum voltage (peak value) typically reached?
What effect does increasing the number of loops in the armature of a DC generator have on the output voltage?
What effect does increasing the number of loops in the armature of a DC generator have on the output voltage?
What characterizes the construction and function of a lap wound armature?
What characterizes the construction and function of a lap wound armature?
What describes the function of brushes in a DC generator?
What describes the function of brushes in a DC generator?
What is unique about series field windings in a DC generator?
What is unique about series field windings in a DC generator?
In a series generator what is the relationship between the armature, field winding, and load?
In a series generator what is the relationship between the armature, field winding, and load?
What is the role of the yoke in a generator's construction?
What is the role of the yoke in a generator's construction?
What is the characteristic of the voltage produced in all rotating armatures?
What is the characteristic of the voltage produced in all rotating armatures?
What is the purpose of the field coils in a generator?
What is the purpose of the field coils in a generator?
What is a key characteristic of a wave wound armature?
What is a key characteristic of a wave wound armature?
If a series generator operates in saturation, what unique characteristic can it exhibit?
If a series generator operates in saturation, what unique characteristic can it exhibit?
What is the distinct purpose of shunt field windings in a DC generator?
What is the distinct purpose of shunt field windings in a DC generator?
What is the purpose of having multiple loops in the armature, placed at right angles to each other?
What is the purpose of having multiple loops in the armature, placed at right angles to each other?
What characterizes a frogleg wound armature, and where is it most commonly applied?
What characterizes a frogleg wound armature, and where is it most commonly applied?
In a series generator, what initially causes the magnetism of the pole pieces to become stronger, leading to increased output voltage?
In a series generator, what initially causes the magnetism of the pole pieces to become stronger, leading to increased output voltage?
What is the primary difference between a self-excited shunt generator and a series generator regarding initial start-up?
What is the primary difference between a self-excited shunt generator and a series generator regarding initial start-up?
What is the main advantage of using a separately excited shunt generator over a self-excited shunt generator?
What is the main advantage of using a separately excited shunt generator over a self-excited shunt generator?
How does a shunt field rheostat control the DC output voltage in a shunt generator?
How does a shunt field rheostat control the DC output voltage in a shunt generator?
In a compound generator, what distinguishes a long shunt configuration from a short shunt configuration?
In a compound generator, what distinguishes a long shunt configuration from a short shunt configuration?
What is the purpose of an equalizer connection when paralleling compound generators?
What is the purpose of an equalizer connection when paralleling compound generators?
In the context of compound generators, what characterizes over compounding?
In the context of compound generators, what characterizes over compounding?
How does flat compounding in a generator maintain a consistent output voltage?
How does flat compounding in a generator maintain a consistent output voltage?
What is the effect of adding more load to an under compounded generator?
What is the effect of adding more load to an under compounded generator?
How is the strength of the series field typically controlled in a compound generator to manage compounding characteristics?
How is the strength of the series field typically controlled in a compound generator to manage compounding characteristics?
What is the underlying principle behind counter torque in a generator?
What is the underlying principle behind counter torque in a generator?
What is the primary effect of armature reaction in a DC generator?
What is the primary effect of armature reaction in a DC generator?
What are two common methods for correcting armature reaction in a DC generator?
What are two common methods for correcting armature reaction in a DC generator?
How do eddy currents contribute to power loss in a generator?
How do eddy currents contribute to power loss in a generator?
What causes hysteresis loss in a DC generator, and how does it manifest?
What causes hysteresis loss in a DC generator, and how does it manifest?
Flashcards
Magnetism
Magnetism
The force responsible for the generation of electrical power, affecting devices like motors and compasses.
Ferromagnetic
Ferromagnetic
Materials that are easily magnetized, such as Iron, Nickel, and Cobalt.
Diamagnetic
Diamagnetic
Materials that cannot be magnetized; magnetic lines go around them, such as Copper and Brass.
Permanent Magnets
Permanent Magnets
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Electromagnetism
Electromagnetism
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Magnetic Domains
Magnetic Domains
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Current's Role in Electromagnets
Current's Role in Electromagnets
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Paramagnetic
Paramagnetic
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Neutral Plane
Neutral Plane
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Maximum Voltage
Maximum Voltage
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Armature
Armature
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Commutator
Commutator
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DC Ripple
DC Ripple
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Yoke
Yoke
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Field Coils
Field Coils
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Lap Wound Armature
Lap Wound Armature
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Wave Wound Armature
Wave Wound Armature
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Series Field Windings
Series Field Windings
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Shunt Field Windings
Shunt Field Windings
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Series Generator
Series Generator
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Resistive Loads
Resistive Loads
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Generator Types
Generator Types
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Regenerative Braking
Regenerative Braking
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Magnetic Lines of Flux
Magnetic Lines of Flux
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Flux Measurement Unit
Flux Measurement Unit
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Factors Affecting Flux
Factors Affecting Flux
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Electromagnetic Induction
Electromagnetic Induction
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Permeability
Permeability
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Residual Magnetism
Residual Magnetism
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Retentivity
Retentivity
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Lenz's Law
Lenz's Law
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Inductive Loads
Inductive Loads
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Inductance
Inductance
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Induced Voltage Spikes
Induced Voltage Spikes
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Generators
Generators
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Magnetomotive Force
Magnetomotive Force
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Coercive Force
Coercive Force
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Magnetic Polarity
Magnetic Polarity
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Series Circuit
Series Circuit
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Shunt Generator
Shunt Generator
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Self-excited Shunt Generator
Self-excited Shunt Generator
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Separately Excited Generator
Separately Excited Generator
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Field Excitation
Field Excitation
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Compound Generator
Compound Generator
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Over Compounding
Over Compounding
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Under Compounding
Under Compounding
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Counter Torque
Counter Torque
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Armature Reaction
Armature Reaction
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Generator Voltage Regulation
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Eddy Currents
Eddy Currents
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Hysteresis Loss
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Sparking at Brushes
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Study Notes
Magnetism Fundamentals
- Magnetism is the force used to produce electrical power. Devices from compasses to large motors rely on magnetism.
- Natural magnets are formed from iron, nickel, and cobalt. These elements have electrons spinning in a similar pattern creating magnetic domains.
- Magnetic materials are categorized as ferromagnetic (easily magnetized, e.g., iron, nickel, cobalt), paramagnetic (more difficult to magnetize, e.g., platinum, titanium, chromium) and diamagnetic (cannot be magnetized, magnetic lines pass around them, e.g., copper, brass, antimony).
Basic Laws of Magnetism
- Creating a magnetic field requires energy, but maintaining it does not.
- Opposite poles attract; like poles repel.
Permanent Magnets
- Permanent magnets maintain their magnetic field without an external power source. Refrigerator magnets are examples.
- Electron pairs usually spin in opposite directions, creating minute permanent magnets at an atomic level.
Electromagnetism
- A magnetic field is produced by electric current flowing through a conductor.
- Coiling a current-carrying conductor around a magnetizable core (e.g., iron) creates a stronger electromagnet. More turns and higher current yield a stronger magnetic field.
- An electromagnet is typically a coil of wire wrapped around an iron core.
Magnetic Lines of Force (Flux)
- A magnet's power is described by lines of force or flux (symbolized by Φ).
- Flux lines never intersect and represent the pull or repulsion forces.
- Units of flux are measured in Webers (Wb). 1 Wb = 100,000,000 lines of flux.
Factors Affecting Electromagnet Flux
- Current flow (I) through the conductor
- Number of turns (N) around the core
- Increasing either current or the number of turns strengthens the magnetic field.
- Strength = Ampere-turns
Electromagnetic Induction
- Electromagnetic induction is the creation of a current flow by changing magnetic field.
- Alternators, transformers, and AC motors utilize this principle.
Permeability, Reluctance, and Saturation
- Permeability measures a material's ability to become magnetized.
- Reluctance is the ability of a material to oppose magnetism.
- Saturation is the maximum magnetic flux a material can hold.
- Residual magnetism is the magnetism remaining after the magnetising force is removed.
- Retentivity is a material's ability to retain magnetism.
- Coercive force is the external force needed to remove retentive magnetism.
Magnetic Polarity
- The left-hand rule determines polarity in electromagnets.
Magnetic Circuits
- Additive (cumulative) circuits combine magnetic forces; subtractive (differential) circuits create weaker fields.
Induced Voltage Polarity
- Induced voltage's polarity depends on the magnetic field's direction and the conductor's movement.
Counter Electromotive Force (CEMF)
- CEMF is an opposing force to the applied voltage created by chemical or magnetic effects.
- Lenz's Law: CEMF's polarity always opposes the force that created it. For example, moving a magnet through a coil induces a magnetic field opposing the bar magnet's field.
Loads (Resistors and Inductors)
- DC current flows instantly through a resistor.
- Inductors resist changes in current flow. Emerging magnetic fields create voltage in the inductor, opposing the initial voltage(Lenz's Law).
Inductance
- Inductance (L) is measured in Henrys (H).
- Air-core inductors have cores of non-magnetic materials (e.g., wood, plastic).
- Iron-core inductors use magnetic cores (e.g., silicon steel, soft iron).
Induced Voltage Spikes
- When current through an inductor stops abruptly, induced voltage spikes occur.
- To prevent damage, a resistor, diode, or varistor is used.
Generators
- Generators convert mechanical energy into electrical energy.
- Generators function based on magnetic induction (creating voltage and current by moving a conductor through a magnetic field).
- Loops of wire cutting magnetic flux lines produce voltage.
- Rotating armatures generate alternating voltage, alternating between positive and negative peak values.
The Commutator
- Converts AC voltage to DC voltage in a generator. It reverses the direction of loop connections as the current changes direction.
- The commutator has segments with insulating material between them.
DC Ripple & Generator Output
- Increasing the number of armature loops makes the output voltage smoother.
- The smoother the output voltage, the less ripple is present
Generator Components
- Yoke: Stationary, cast iron frame, low reluctance for flux.
- Pole Pieces: Mounted on the yoke, form north and south magnetic poles.
- Field Coils: Wound on the poles, create the magnetic field.
- Armature: Rotating part with windings in slots.
- Commutator: Converts AC to DC.
- Brushes: Transfer current from commutator to external circuit, made of carbon.
- Armature Windings: Lap wound or wave wound, designed for different voltage/current needs. Frogleg is a series-parallel winding.
Field Windings (Series and Shunt)
- Series Field Windings: Connected in series with the armature, few turns, low resistance.
- Shunt Field Windings: Connected in parallel with the armature, many turns, high resistance.
Generator Types (Series, Shunt, Compound)
- Series Generators: Self-excited, output voltage depends on load (current). Characteristics of constant current despite voltage changes.
- Shunt Generators: Self-excited or separately excited, voltage independent of load until saturation.
- Compound Generators: Combine series and shunt fields for improved voltage regulation: Over, Flat, and Under compounded.
Generator Losses
- Voltage Losses: Due to armature resistance, affect voltage regulation.
- Power Losses: Heat from resistance in windings.
- Eddy Currents: Induced in metal parts, produce heat.
- Hysteresis Losses: Due to molecular rearrangements during current changes.
Armature Reaction
- Deviation of magnetic flux due to armature current, causing neutral plane shift.
- Shifted neutral plane causes sparking and commutator damage.
Correcting Armature Reaction
- Shifted brushes to compensate for the flux distortion.
- Add interpoles (commutating poles) to neutralize the effect.
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