Practice Synchronous Generator (Alternator): AC Power Generation - 1.3.5 | Module 4: DC and AC Electrical Machines | Basics of Electrical Engineering
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1.3.5 - Synchronous Generator (Alternator): AC Power Generation

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Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

What is the primary function of a synchronous generator?

💡 Hint: Think about what energy is being transformed.

Question 2

Easy

Name the two main components of a synchronous generator.

💡 Hint: These are the parts where the action of generating electricity occurs.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is a synchronous generator primarily used for?

  • To convert mechanical energy to direct current
  • To convert mechanical energy to synchronized alternating current
  • To only produce mechanical energy

💡 Hint: Consider the type of energy conversion involved.

Question 2

True or False: The rotor of a synchronous generator always requires a separate direct current to generate a magnetic field.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about how the magnetic field is established in the rotor.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

A synchronous generator with 8 poles needs to generate a frequency of 50 Hz. What is the required speed of the rotor?

💡 Hint: Make sure to apply the synchronous speed formula correctly.

Question 2

Given a synchronous generator with a winding factor of 0.85, a frequency of 60 Hz, and magnetic flux of 0.06 Wb, calculate the RMS phase EMF if the number of turns per phase is 90.

💡 Hint: Use the EMF equation we discussed and check your units.

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