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3 Phase Synchronous Generator Construction

The document discusses the construction and key features of a 3-phase synchronous generator, which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. It details the components including the stator, rotor, and air gap, as well as the differences between salient-pole and cylindrical rotors. Understanding the design and construction is essential for the generator's performance and maintenance.

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3 Phase Synchronous Generator Construction

The document discusses the construction and key features of a 3-phase synchronous generator, which converts mechanical energy into electrical energy. It details the components including the stator, rotor, and air gap, as well as the differences between salient-pole and cylindrical rotors. Understanding the design and construction is essential for the generator's performance and maintenance.

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3-Phase Synchronous

Generator Construction
A 3-phase synchronous generator converts mechanical energy into
electrical energy. It is a critical component in modern power
systems. This presentation explores its construction and key
features.
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by brijesh kumar
Basic Components
Stator Rotor Air Gap

The stator is the stationary part. It The rotor is the rotating part. It This is the crucial space between
contains the armature winding, produces the magnetic field the rotor and stator. Magnetic flux
where voltage is induced. necessary for induction. crosses this gap.
Stator Construction
• The core is laminated silicon steel to minimize eddy current losses.
• Three-phase windings are embedded in slots, phase-shifted by 120°.
• Windings are short-pitched to reduce harmonic distortions.
• A steel frame provides robust mechanical support for the stator core.
Rotor Construction
Salient-Pole Rotor Cylindrical Rotor
Features projecting poles Has a smooth surface
with concentrated field with distributed windings
windings. in slots.

Excitation System
Supplies DC current to create the rotor's magnetic field.
Salient-Pole Rotors
Salient-pole rotors are ideal for low-speed generators, such as
those found in hydroelectric plants.

Design Speed
They feature a large Synchronous speed is
diameter and a short axial determined by the number
length, with distinct, of poles (Ns = 120f/P).
projecting poles.

Durability
Mechanically robust to withstand high centrifugal forces at
lower speeds.
Cylindrical Rotors

High Speed
Dimensions
Primarily used in high-speed
Characterized by a small diameter
generators, like those in thermal
and a long axial length.
power plants.

Flux Distribution Configurations


Distributed windings ensure a Commonly found in two-pole or
smooth, sinusoidal flux four-pole designs.
distribution.
Armature Windings
Concentrated Distributed Windings Short-Pitched Coils Winding Factor
Windings
Coils are spread out These coils are used to This factor accounts for
All coils of a phase are across multiple slots. effectively reduce both the distribution and
grouped in a single slot. unwanted harmonics. the pitch of the windings.
Conclusion
Design Impact
Stator and rotor design significantly influences generator performance.

Rotor Selection
Different rotor types are selected for specific speed applications.

Crucial Understanding
Grasping construction is vital for proper operation and maintenance.

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