Question is ⇒ A self excited dc shunt generator driven by its prime mover at the rated speed fails to build up voltage across its terminals at no load. What reason can be assigned for this?, Options are ⇒ (A) The field circuit resistance is higher than the critical resistance., (B) The initial shunt field mmf does not assist the residual magnetism., (C) One of the interpole connection is reversed., (D) The brush-axis shifts slightly from the geometrical neutral axis of the machine., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper.

Question is ⇒ A self excited dc shunt generator driven by its prime mover at the rated speed fails to build up voltage across its terminals at no load. What reason can be assigned for this?, Options are ⇒ (A) The field circuit resistance is higher than the critical resistance., (B) The initial shunt field mmf does not assist the residual magnetism., (C) One of the interpole connection is reversed., (D) The brush-axis shifts slightly from the geometrical neutral axis of the machine., (E) , Leave your comments or Download question paper. Previous question Next question


Q1.	A self excited dc shunt generator driven by its prime mover at the rated speed fails to build up voltage across its terminals at no load. What reason can be assigned for this?
A.	The field circuit resistance is higher than the critical resistance. [Wrong Answer]
B.	The initial shunt field mmf does not assist the residual magnetism. [Correct Answer]
C.	One of the interpole connection is reversed. [Wrong Answer]
D.	The brush-axis shifts slightly from the geometrical neutral axis of the machine. [Wrong Answer]
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