GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING -SALEM

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICSENGINEERING

ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024
18EEP19 - SPECIAL ELECTRICAL MACHINES
(Fast Track)
Direct Assessment - Objective Questions - Part 1
(C0- 1)
1.What is the primary principle of operation of aSynRM motor?
a) Electromagnetic induction b) Magnetic attraction and repulsion c) Synchronous reluctance d)
Electronmechanical conversion
2. Which of the following is adistinguishing feature of aSynRM motor compared to an induction
motor?
a) Lack of rotor windings b) Presence of permanent magnets c) Variable rotor resistance d) High
starting torque
3. What role dorotor flux barriers play in a SynRM motor?
a) Enhance rotor conductivity b) Increase rotor temperature c) Minimize rotor losses d) Reduce rotor
inertia

4.The efficiency of a SynRM motor is primarily influenced by:

a) Stator winding configuration b)Rotor material composition c) Magnetic flux density d) Operating
frequency
5. How does the starting torque of aSynRM motor compare to that of an induction motor?
a) SynRM motor has lower starting torque b) SynRM motor has higher starting torque c) Both motors
have equal starting torque d) Starting torque is not relevant for SynRM motors
6. Which characteristicdistinguishes the torque-speed curve of a SynRM motor from that of an
induction motor?
a) SynRM motor has a constant torque b) SynRM motor has a higher slip c) SynRM motor has a
higher synchronous speed d) SynRM motor has a narrower speed range
7. What is the primary advantage of using a SynRM motor in variable speed applications?
a) Higher power density b)Lower cost c) Improved efficiency d) Simpler control algorithms
8. How do SynRM motors achieve high efficiency even at partial loads?
a) By reducing copper losses b) By minimizing iron losses c) By adjusting stator winding resistance
d) By increasing rotor inertia
motor?
9. Which parameter is critical for determining the synchronous speed of a SynRM
a) Stator voltage b) Stator current c) Number of poles d) Rotor temperature
(PMSM)?
10. What distinguishes a SynRM motor from a permanent magnet synchronous motor SynRM
require external excitation c)
a) SynRM motors have rotor windings b) SynRM motors
motors have variable flux reluctance d) SynRM motors have lower torque capability
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DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICALAND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024
18EEP19- SPECIAL ELECTRICAL MACHINES
(Fast Track)
Direct Assessment -Objective Questions Part 2

motor?
1. Which principle governs the operation of an induction reluctance d) Piezoelectric
a)Electromagnetic induction b) Permanent magnetism c) Synchronous
effect
of an induction motor?
2. What is the primary component responsible for inducing current in the rotor
a) Statorwindings b) Rotor windings c) Magnetic flux d) Commutator

3.The spced of an induction motor is primarily determined by:

of rotor poles
a) Supply frequency b) Rotor resistance c) Stator winding configuration d) Number
synchronous counterpart?
4. How does the starting torque of an induction motor compare to its
a) Induction motor has lower starting torque b) Induction motor has higher starting torque c) Both
not relevant for induction motors
motors have equal starting torque d) Starting torque is
5. What is the significance of the slip in an induction motor?
a) It determines the motor'sefficiency b) It represents the difference btween synchronous and
power factor
operating speed c) It regulates the motor's starting torque d) It controls the motor's
6. How does an induction motor start initially?
excitation to the rotor c) By
a) By direct connection to the power supply b) By providing external
gradually increasing the stator voltage d) By applying a mechanical load to the rotor

motors?
7. Which type of rotor is commonly used in squirrel-cage induction
a) Wound rotor b) Permanent magnet rotor c) Salient pole rotor d) Solid rotor with copper bars

applications?
8. What is the primary advantage of using an induction motor in industrial
a) Simple and robust construction b) High power density c) Precise speed control d) Low starting
Çurrent

9. How does the efficiency of an induction motor vary with load?

remains constant
a) Efficiency increases with load b) Efficiency decreases with load c) Efficiency
regardless of load d) Efficiency peaks at half load
a specific
10. Which parameter is crucial for selecting the appropriate size of an induction motor for
application?
a) Supply voltage b) Starting torque c) Full-load current d) Operating frequency
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GOVERNMENT COLLEGEOF ENGINEERING ENGGINEERING
ELECTRONICS
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICALAND
ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024
MACHINES
18EEP19 - SPECIAL ELECTRICAL
(Fast Track)
Direct Assessment - Objective Questions - Part 3
(CO-3)

used in a PMSM?
1. What type of magnet is typically Neodymium magnet d) Ceramic magnet
a) Alnico magnct b) Ferrite magnet c)
magnets?
2. In a PMSM, what is the function of the permanent Convert mechanical energy to electrical
a)Generate electric current b) Create a magnetic field c)
energy d) Store clectrical energy
regarding the rotor of a PMSM?
3. Which of the following statements is true
made of copper bars c) It has no windings d) It is stationary
a) It is a wound rotor b) It is

4. PMSM motors are widely usced in applications requiring:

speed operation d) All of the above
a) Variable speed control b) High torque at low speeds c) Constant
for speed regulation?
S. What type of control method is commonly used in PMSM drives
control d) Vector control
a) Scalar control b) Direct torque controlc) Field-oriented
6. PMSM motors are often preferred over induction motors for applications that require:
a) Higher efficiency b) Lower initial cost c) Simplicity in control d) Lower power density

7. Which parameter is NOT typically controlled in PMSM operation?

a) Voltage b)Currentc) Frequency d) Flux
8. The back EMF (Electromotive Force) generated in a PMSM is proportional to:
a) Rotor speed b) Stator voltage c) Rotor current d) Stator current

9. Which of the following is a disadvantage of PMSM compared to induction motors?

a) Higher torque capability b) Complex control algorithms c) Lower efficiency d) Inability to operate
at variable speeds
10. Which component is NOT essential in a PMSM drive system?
a) Inverter b) Controller c) Gearbox d) Position sensor
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GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICALAND
ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024
18EEP19-SPECIAL ELECTRICAL MACHINES
(Fast Track)
Part 4
Direct Assessment - Objective Questions -
(C0- 2,3,4)

high-performance applications of special electrical

1. Which type of controller is commonly used in
d)
controller b) On/Off controller c) Bang-Bang controller
machines?
a) Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID)
Hysteresis controller
machines?
field-oriented control (FOC) used in special electrical
2. What is the primary function of a between
the rotor flux withareference axis c) To switch
a) To regulate the stator current b)To align the speed sensor
different operating modes d) To provide feedback to
electrical machines, which parameter is typically
3. In a sensorless control scheme for special
estimated to achieve closed-loop control?
Rotor position
a) Stator current b) Rotor speed c) Flux linkage d)
employed in brushless DC (BLDC) motors used in special
4. Which type of control strategy is often
applications?
Field-oriented control d) Back-EMF control
a) Scalar control b) Direct torque control c)
(PWM) in the control of special electrical
5. What is the purpose of pulse width modulation
machines?
To regulate the DC link voltage c) To control the
a) To generate variable frequency signals b)mechanical load on the motor
switching of power devices d) To adjust the
position control in special electrical
6. Which controller is commonly used to achieve precise
machines?
a) Fuzzy logic controller b)
Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) controller c) Sliding mode
controller d) State feedback controller
ripples in special electrical machines?
7. Which control technique is suitable for reducing torque
Deadbeat control d) Model predictive control
a)Space vector modulation b) Hysteresis control c)
responsible
electrical machines with regenerative braking capability, which controller is
8. In special
for energy recovery during braking? controller d) Converter controller
a) Inverter controller b)Brake controller c) Regenerative
the rotor and stator of a
9. Which controller is essential for maintaining synchronization between
synchronous machine used in special applications?
Adaptive controller d) Predictive
a) Phase-locked loop (PLL)controller b) State observer controller c)
controller

operation in special electrical

10. Which type of control strategy is suitable for achieving fault-tolerant
machines?
Predictive control
a) Redundant controlb) Model-based control c) Adaptive control d)
 GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING -SALEM
DEPARTMENTOF ELECTRICALAND ELECTRONICSENGINEERING
ACADEMIC YEAR 2023-2024
18EEP19-SPECIALELECTRICAL MACHINES
(Fast Track)
Direct Assessment - Objective Questions - Part 5
(CO- 1,2,3,4,5)

1.Which of the following is a common application of switched reluctance motors (SRMs)?

a) Electric vehicle propulsion b) Air conditioning systems c) Domestic ceiling fans d) Household
refrigerators
2.Inwhich application are linear induction motors (LIMS) frequently used?
a) Conveyor systems b) Electric bieycles c) Vacuum cleaners d) Kitchen appliances
3. What is a typical application of synchronous reluctance motors (SynRMs)?
a) Industrial pumps b) Residential elevators c) Computer hard drives d) Home stereo systems

4.Which application often utilizes permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSMs)?

a) Robotics b) Electric shavers c) Handheld power tools d) Paper shredders

5.In which industry are claw pole alternators commonly employed?

a) Automotive b) Aerospace c) Marine d) Construction
6.Which of the following is a primary application of brushless DC (BLDC) motors?
a) HVAC systems b) Dishwashers c) Electric bicycles d) Room heaters

7.What is a typical application of axial flux motors (AFMs)?

a) Wind turbines b) Microwave ovens c) Vacuum cleaners d) Ceiling fans
8. In which application are permanent magnet axial flux motors often utilized?
a) Electric vehicles b) Hair dryers c) Coffee makers d) Power drills

9. Which industry commonly employs synchronous reluctance machines (SynRMs) for energy
efficient operation?
a) HVAC (Heating,Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) b) Textile manufacturing c) Oil and gas
extraction d) Food processing
10. What is atypical application of doubly-fed induction generators (DFIGs)?
a) Wind turbines b) Electric toothbrushes c) Portable fans d) Garden sprinklers