Classification of Induction Generators: For hydro and wind power plants, the induction machine has great advantages

because of its easy operation as either a motor or generator. It has different application in different areas. Induction generators can be classified on the basis of excitement process as Grid connected induction generator Self-excited induction generator

Grid Connected Induction generator: For excitement process the grid connected induction generator takes its reactive power from the grid supply where generator is driven by a prime mover above its synchronous speed and hence in case of grid connected induction generator the slip is negative. 12

FIGURE 1.7 Grid connected Induction generator