8 Questions
What is the primary function of an integrated drive generator (IDG) in aircraft?
Supplying the aircraft electrical power in flight
In the context of engine generators, what is the process by which mechanical energy is converted into electrical energy?
Electromagnetic induction
How many generators does each engine typically drive in an aircraft?
One generator
What is the primary function of alternators or generators in aircraft electrical systems?
Produce electricity through engine-driven mechanisms
What type of electrical current do alternators or generators create in aircraft electrical systems?
Alternating current (AC)
Why is alternating current (AC) power preferred over direct current (DC) power in aircraft electrical systems?
AC power can travel farther than DC power
What can power alternators or generators in aircraft electrical systems, in addition to being engine-driven?
APU
What is the standard type of electricity used in aircraft electrical systems, which is also the same type of electricity as in a house?
Alternating current (AC)
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