Assignment 4

Last Date: 21/11/16

1) Describe the operation of an alternator with reference to a rotating ‘permanent magnet’.
2) Make a clearly labelled sketch to show a typical external alternator circuit.
3) Describe the differences between a star-wound and a delta-wound stator.
4) Explain why connecting two extra diodes to the centre of a star-wound stator can
increase the output of an alternator.
5) Draw a typical characteristic curve for an alternator. Label each part with an explanation
of its purpose.
6) Describe briefly how a rectifier works.
7) List five charging system faults and the associated symptoms.
8) State four advantages of a pre-engaged starter when compared with an inertia type.
9) Describe the operation of the pull-in and hold on windings in starter solenoid.
10) Make a clearly labelled sketch of the engagement mechanism of a overrunning clutch
type starter.
11) Explain what is meant by ‘voltage drop’ in a starter circuit and why it should be kept to a
minimum.
12) Describe the engagement and disengagement of an inertia (Bendix) starter.
13) Make a sketch to show the speed torque characteristics of a series, shunt and compound
motor.
14) Describe the difference between a lap- and a wave-wound armature.
15) Identify major electrical rating of following motor.
a. Maruti swift starter motor
b. Tata Zest alternator
c. Ashok Leyland U-3123 T starter and Generator
d. TVS Lucas alternator
e. Integrated starter motor and Generator by Iskra Avtoelektrika.