What is an induction motor?

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What is an induction motor?

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What is a drive train?

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What are five reasons why electric motors are often the chosen type of power?

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What is the formula for the pulley-speed ratio?

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What four measures indicate the type of electricity that must be supplied for a motor to run?

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In starting an electric motor, what does the clutch do?

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Fuses and circuit breakers provide the needed protection for motors.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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sjordclass

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6 years ago

Answer to #1

An induction motor is a type of motor where electricity from the power source does not flow directly
to the armature.

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A drive train is the collective components that transfer power from a source to a load.

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Electric motors are often the chosen type of power because (1) they are adaptablemotors can be used
in almost any location including underwater; (2) they are automaticmotors are easily controlled by
automatic devices; (3) they are compacta small unit develops a relatively large amount of power; (4)
they are economicala small motor operating at less than .25 per hour can do the work of several
humans; (5) they are dependableelectric motors selected specifically for the job seldom give trouble.

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motor rpm motor pulley diameter = machine rpm machine pulley diameter or S D = S D'

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volts, amps, hertz, and phase

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disengages or engages a power source from its load

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Keea Author

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6 years ago

Wow! Thanks you for this correct set of answers, wasn't expecting it...

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sjordclass

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6 years ago

My pleasure!

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