What is Induction Motor Drives ?

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08/22/2024 08:32:12

What is Induction Motor Drives ?

Induction Motor Drives Definition

Induction motor drives are systems that control the performance of induction motors by adjusting frequency and voltage to manage speed, torque, and position.


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  • Star delta starter

  • Auto-transformers starter

  • Reactor starter

  • Saturable reactor starter

  • Part winding starter

  • AC voltage controller starter

  • Rotor resistance starter is used for starting of wound rotor motor.

Braking Types

Regenerative braking.

plugging or reverse voltage braking

Dynamic braking which can be further classified as

  • AC dynamic braking

  • Self-excited braking using capacitors

  • DC dynamic braking

  • Zero sequence braking

Speed Control Techniques

  • Pole changing

  • Stator voltage control

  • Supply frequency control

  • Eddy current coupling

  • Rotor resistance control

  • Slip power recovery

Advantages of Induction Motors

Induction motors are increasingly used over DC motors due to their efficiency and ability to use advanced drives despite higher initial costs.

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