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In dynamic braking, when braking is applied system acts as |
A. | freely running machine |
B. | motor with slow speed |
C. | generator |
D. | motor with same speed in opposite direction |
Answer» C. generator | |
Explanation: the armature is disconnected from the supply and then a braking resistor rb is immediately connected across it. the motor acts as a generator, driven by the inertia and stored kinetic energy dissipating power in rb. this is a simple method of bringing a motor nearly to a standstill. |
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