1. Describe the key features of dc and ac motors:-
2. Describe the main methods of starting A.C motors
3. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of star delta starting
4. How can the speed and direction of a three phase synchronous motor be controlled
5. Describe the main factors affecting the selection of an electric motor
6. Give an example and explanation of the information on a typical motor nameplate.
7. You have been asked to source a motor ( and starter) capable of powering an escalator; The following information is to be used:-
a) Angle of escalator = 30deg
b) Rise = 8m
c) Each tread = 0.4m
d) Each tread could have 1 person ( assume 75kg per person)
e) The escalator rises from bottom to top in 20 seconds
f) Assume 2kW of load due to friction
g) The motor will operate in a continuous mode in an ambient temperature between 10 and 30 deg C. The maximum temperature increase is 70 deg C