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The rotor operates at a speed slightly below synchronous speed, inducing an e.m.f. in the field circuit as the armature m.m.f. moves past the field poles. The effective reactance of the alternator varies cyclically due to a nonuniform air gap, affecting the armature current and terminal voltage. Maximum terminal voltage occurs when current and voltage drops are minimized, while minimum terminal voltage occurs when they are maximized.
- Author
- Vijaya Anand nidumolu
- Language
- EN