AC Genetators Flashcards

1
Q

3 Stages of a modern brushless generator?

A

Pilot, Main and output stage

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2
Q

2 factors that affect the frequency of a AC generator output?

A

Pole pairs and Speed

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3
Q

What must decrease if too much Real Power is being produced?

A

Torque must decrease/ Reduce

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4
Q

What must increase if Reactive power isn’t being produced enough?

A

Field current must increase

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5
Q

What are the advantages of star wound generators?

A

-Higher choice of voltages
-Less cable
-Neutral line

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