QUESTION 1

a. An eight-pole lap wound DC generator has 960 conductors, a flux of 40 mWb per pole,
and is driven at 400 rpm. Find open circuit (OC) emf. (2 Mark)
b. A 4-pole, DC machine has 500 wave wound conductors and runs at 1000 rpm. The flux per pole
is 30 mWb. What will be the voltage induced in the armature winding? (2 Mark)
c. A 4-pole, DC machine has 144 slots in the armature with two coil-sides per slot, each coil has
two turns. The flux per pole is 20 mWb, the armature is lap wound and it rotates at 720 rpm,
what is the induced emf (i) across the armature (ii) across each parallel path?
(2 Marks)
d. A six-pole machine has an armature with 90 slots and 8 conductors per slot, the flux per pole is
0.05 Wb and rms at 1000 rpm. Determine induced emf if winding is (i) lap
connected (ii) wave connected. (2 Marks)
e. A DC generator carries 600 conductors on its armature with lap connections. The generator has
8 poles with 0.06 Wb useful flux. What will be the induced emf at its terminals if it is rotated at
1000 rpm? Also, determine the speed at which it should be driven to induce the same voltage
with wave connections. (2 Marks)

ANSWERS

To calculate the open circuit electromotive force (OC emf) of an eight-pole lap wound DC generator with
960 conductors, a flux of 40 mWb per pole, and driven at 400 rpm, we can use the formula for the
generated emf:

Eg=P⋅Φ⋅N⋅Z/60⋅A

Where:

 Eg = generated emf (volts)

 P = number of poles

 Φ = flux per pole (Wb)

 N = speed of the generator (rpm)

 Z = total number of conductors

 A = number of parallel paths

Given Values:

 Number of poles (P): 8

 Flux per pole (Φ): 40 mWb = 40 × 10−310−3 Wb

 Speed (N): 400 rpm

 Total conductors (Z): 960

  For lap winding, the number of parallel paths (A) is equal to the number of poles, so A=P=8

Calculation Steps:

1. Substitute the values into the formula:

= 8⋅ (40×10−3)⋅400⋅960/60⋅8

2. Simplify the equation:

= (8⋅40×10−3⋅400⋅960)/480

3. Calculate the numerator:

8⋅40×10−3=0.32

0.32⋅400=128

128⋅960=122880

4. Now calculate :

=122880/480=256

Conclusion:

The open circuit emf (OC emf) of the generator is 256 volts.

b. Four-Pole DC Machine
To calculate the voltage induced in the armature winding of a 4-pole DC
machine with 500 wave-wound conductors running at 1000 RPM and a flux
per pole of 30 mWb, we can use the formula for the generated electromotive
force (EMF):
Eg=P⋅ϕ⋅Z⋅N/60⋅A
Where:
 Eg = Induced voltage (EMF)
 P = Number of poles (4)
 ϕ = Flux per pole (in Weber; convert 30 mWb to
Wb: 30×10−3=0.0330×10−3=0.03 Wb)
 Z = Total number of conductors (500)
 N = Speed in RPM (1000)
 A = Number of parallel paths in wave winding (2)
Substituting the values into the formula:

Eg=4⋅0.03⋅500⋅1000/60⋅2
Calculating step-by-step:
1. Calculate the numerator:
 4⋅0.03=0.12
 0.12⋅500=60
  60⋅1000=60000
2. Calculate the denominator:
 60⋅2=120
3. Now, divide the results:
 Eg=60000/120=500
Thus, the voltage induced in the armature winding is 500 volts.

c. Four-Pole DC Machine with Lap Winding

To calculate the induced electromotive force (emf) in a 4-pole DC machine

with the given parameters, we can use the formula for the emf generated in
a DC generator:
Eg=P⋅ϕ⋅N⋅Z/60⋅A
Where:
 Eg = Induced emf
 P = Number of poles
 Φ = Flux per pole (in Weber)
 N = Speed of the armature (in rpm)
 Z = Total number of armature conductors
 A = Number of parallel paths
Given Data:
 Number of poles, P=4
 Flux per pole, ϕ=20 mWb=20×10−3 Wb
 Speed of rotation, N=720rpm
 Total number of slots = 144
 Coil sides per slot = 2
 Turns per coil = 2
Calculating Total Number of Conductors:
The total number of conductors Z is calculated as follows:
Z=Number of slots × Coil sides per slot=144×2=288
Determining the Number of Parallel Paths:
For a lap-wound armature, the number of parallel paths A is equal to the
number of poles:
A=P=4
Calculation of Induced emf:

Eg= 4⋅ (20×10−3) ⋅720⋅28860⋅4

Now substituting all known values into the emf equation:

Calculating step by step:

 4 ⋅ (20×10−3) =0.08
1. Calculate the numerator:

 0.08⋅720=57.6
 57.6⋅288=16548.8
2. Calculate the denominator:
 60⋅4=240
 3. Now divide:
 Eg=16548.8/240
 ≈68.95
Results:
1. Induced emf across the armature: Approximately 68.95 V.
2. Induced emf across each parallel path: Since there are four
parallel paths, the induced emf across each path is:
Epath=Eg/A
=Eg/4
=68.95/4
≈17.24V
Thus, the induced emf across each parallel path is approximately 17.24 V.

d. Six-Pole Machine with Slots

To determine the induced electromotive force (emf) in a six-pole machine
with specific parameters, we will use the formula for induced emf in DC
generators. The parameters given are:
 Number of poles (P) = 6
 Number of slots = 90
 Conductors per slot = 8
 Total conductors (Z) = 90×8=720
 Flux per pole (ϕ) = 0.05 Wb
 Speed (N) = 1000 rpm
The formula for induced emf (E) is given by:
E=P⋅ϕ⋅Z⋅N/60⋅A
where:
 A is the number of parallel paths.
1. Lap Connected Winding
For lap winding, the number of parallel paths (A) is equal to the number of
poles (P). Therefore, A=P=6.
Substituting the values into the formula:
Elap=6⋅0.05⋅720⋅1000/60.6
Calculating this gives:
Elap=216000/360
=600 V
2. Wave Connected Winding
For wave winding, the number of parallel paths (A) is always 2, regardless of
the number of poles. Thus, A=2.
Substituting these values into the formula:
Ewave=6⋅0.05⋅720⋅1000/60⋅2

Calculating this gives:

Ewave=216000/120
=1800 V
e. DC Generator with Lap Connections
To calculate the induced electromotive force (emf) in a DC generator with lap
winding and determine the speed required for wave winding to achieve the
same emf, we will use the following formula:
E=P⋅ϕ⋅Z⋅N/60⋅A
where:
 E = induced emf (in volts)
 P = number of poles
 Φ = flux per pole (in Weber)
 Z = total number of armature conductors
 N = speed of the generator (in RPM)
 A = number of parallel paths in the armature winding
Given Data
 Number of poles, P=8
 Flux per pole, ϕ=0.06 Wb
 Total armature conductors, Z=600
 Speed, N=1000 RPM
Step 1: Calculate Induced EMF for Lap Winding
For lap winding, the number of parallel paths A is equal to the number of
poles, so A=P=8.
Substituting the values into the formula:
E=8⋅0.06⋅600⋅1000/60⋅8
E=0.48⋅600000/480
=600 V
Step 2: Determine Speed for Wave Winding
For wave winding, the number of parallel paths A is always 2. We need to
find the speed Nw that would induce the same emf. Using the same formula
and rearranging for Nw:
600=8⋅0.06⋅600⋅Nw/60⋅2
Solving for Nw:
1. Simplify:
600=0.48⋅600⋅Nw/120
Multiply both sides by 120:
72000=0.48⋅600⋅Nw
2. Calculate:
 0.48⋅600=288
 So,
Nw=72000/288=250 RPM
Final Results
The induced emf at the terminals of the DC generator with lap connections
is 600 V.
The speed at which it should be driven to induce the same voltage with wave
connections is 250 RPM.

QUESTION 2
A dc machine (6 kW, 120 V, 1200 rpm) has the following magnetization characteristics at 1200 rpm.
If (A) 0.0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.8 1.0 1.2
Ea(V) 5 20 40 60 79 93 102 114 120 125

The machine parameters are 𝑅𝑎 = 0.2 ohms, 𝑅𝑓𝑤 = 100 ohms. The machine is driven at 800 rpm and is
separately excited. The field current is adjusted at 𝐼𝑓 = 0.8 A. A load resistance 𝑅𝐿 = 2 ohms is
connected to the armature terminals. Neglect armature reaction fields.

a. Determine the quantity 𝐾𝑎𝜑 for the machine. (2 Marks)

b. Determine 𝐸𝑎 and 𝐼𝑎 (2 Marks)

c. Determine the torque T and load power 𝑃𝐿. (2 Marks)

The DC machine in the previous problem has a field control resistance whose value can be changed from
0 to 150 ohms. The machine is driven at 1200 rpm. The machine is separately excited and the field
winding is supplied from a 120 V supply.

d. Determine the maximum and minimum values of the no-load terminal voltage. (2 Marks)

e. The field control resistance (𝑅𝑓𝑐) is adjusted to provide a no-load terminal voltage of 120V.
Determine the value of (𝑅𝑓𝑐). Determine the terminal voltage at full load for no armature reaction
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To solve the given problem regarding the DC machine, we will break it down
into the specified parts (a to e) and perform the necessary calculations step
by step.

Given Data
 Rated Power (P): 6 kW
 Rated Voltage (V): 120 V
 Rated Speed (N): 1200 rpm
 Field Current (I_f): 0.8 A
 Load Resistance (R_L): 2 ohms
 Armature Resistance (R_a): 0.2 ohms
 Field Winding Resistance (R_fw): 100 ohms

Magnetization Characteristics at 1200 rpm

Field Current (I_f) Armature EMF (E_a)

0.0 5

0.1 20

0.2 40

0.3 60

0.4 79

0.5 93
 Field Current (I_f) Armature EMF (E_a)

0.6 102

0.8 114

1.0 120

1.2 125

a. Determine the quantity KaϕKaϕ for the

machine.
The back EMF EaEa can be expressed as:
Ea=KaϕNEa=KaϕN
Where KaKa is a constant and ϕϕ is the flux per pole.At If=0.8 AIf=0.8A,
from the characteristics, Ea=114 VEa=114V.To find KaϕKaϕ:
Kaϕ=EaN=1141200=0.095 V/rpmKaϕ=NEa=1200114=0.095V/rpm

b. Determine EaEa and IaIa

The total voltage equation is:
V=Ea+IaRaV=Ea+IaRa
Rearranging gives us:
Ea=V−IaRaEa=V−IaRa
Using Ohm's Law, we first calculate IaIa:
Ia=If+ILIa=If+IL
Where IL=V−EaRLIL=RLV−Ea.Assuming no load initially:
1. Let’s calculate EaEa:
 For If=0.8AIf=0.8A, from the characteristics, Ea=114VEa=114V.
2. Using RL=2 ohmsRL=2ohms:
  Calculate armature current:
 Rearranging gives:
 Assuming full load current through load resistance:
 Let’s say IL=120−Ea2IL=2120−Ea.
Substituting values:
1. For simplicity, let’s assume If+IL=IaIf+IL=Ia.
After substituting values, we can solve iteratively or find a direct relationship
through known values.

c. Determine the torque TT and load power PLPL

The torque can be calculated using:
Pm=T⋅ωPm=T⋅ω
Where:

 Angular speed ω=N⋅2π60=800 rpmω=N⋅602π=800rpm.

Power developed at load:
1. Mechanical Power:
 Use armature current found previously.
 Substitute into power formula.

d. Maximum and minimum values of no-load

terminal voltage
Maximum Terminal Voltage occurs when field resistance is minimum
(shorted):
 This leads to maximum current through field winding.
Minimum Terminal Voltage occurs when field resistance is maximum (150
ohms):
 Calculate using voltage drop across resistances.

e. Determine RfcRfc for no-load terminal voltage of

120V.
Using the equation for terminal voltage with field control resistance,
 1. Set up equation based on known voltages.
2. Solve for unknown resistance.
This structured approach allows you to tackle each part of the problem
methodically while ensuring that all calculations are based on provided data
and relationships inherent in DC machines.

To solve the given problem regarding the DC machine, we need to address each part

systematically.

a. Determine the quantity Kaϕ for the machine.

The relationship for back EMF Ea in a DC motor is given by:

Ea=Kaϕω

Where:

 Ka is a constant,

 ϕ is the flux per pole,

 ω is the angular speed in rad/s.

First, convert the speed from rpm to rad/s:

ω=1200 rpm=1200×2π60=125.66 rad sω=1200 rpm=1200×602π=125.66 rad s

From the magnetization characteristics provided, we can find Kaϕ using the known values

of Ea at different field currents. For example, at If=0.6AIf=0.6A, Ea=102VEa=102V:

Kaϕ=Eaω=102125.66=0.812V/(rad/s)Kaϕ=ωEa=125.66102=0.812V/(rad/s)

b. Determine Ea and IaIa

Given that the machine is driven at 800 rpm, convert this to rad/s:

ω800=800×2π60=83.78 rad sω800=800×602π=83.78 rad s

Using the same Kaϕ calculated earlier:

Assuming the field current remains constant at If=0.8AIf=0.8A, we find Ea:

Ea=Kaϕ⋅83.78Ea=Kaϕ⋅83.78
Using the previously calculated value of Kaϕ=0.812V/(rad/s)Kaϕ=0.812V/(rad/s):

Ea=0.812×83.78=68.01VEa=0.812×83.78=68.01V

Next, calculate armature current IaIa:

Using the voltage equation:

V=Ea+IaRa

Substituting values:

120V=68.01+Ia(0.2)120V=68.01+Ia(0.2)

Solving for IaIa:

Ia=120−68.010.2=259.95AIa=0.2120−68.01=259.95A

c. Determine the torque TT and load power PLPL

The torque is given by:

T=KtIa

Where Kt=Kaϕ/Rw=0.812/100=0.00812Nm/AKt=Kaϕ/Rw=0.812/100=0.00812Nm/A:

Thus,

T=0.00812∗259.95=2.11NmT=0.00812∗259.95=2.11Nm

Load power can be calculated as:

PL=Ia2RLPL=Ia2RL

Substituting values:

PL=(259.95)2∗2=134,000WPL=(259.95)2∗2=134,000W

d. Determine maximum and minimum values of no-load terminal voltage.

The maximum terminal voltage occurs when field control resistance is zero:

 Maximum:
Vmax=Ea(max)+Ia(max)Ra=125+(0)(0.2)=125VVmax=Ea(max)+Ia(max)Ra=125+(0)

(0.2)=125V

 Minimum occurs when $$ R_{fc} = 150 ohms:

Vmin=Ea(min)+Ia(min)Ra=(5)(125/150)+(0)(0.2)=approx4VVmin=Ea(min)+Ia(min)Ra=(5)

(125/150)+(0)(0.2)=approx4V

e. Determine value of Rf for no-load terminal voltage of 120V.

Using:

Vterminal=V−IfRf=E+IfRfc=(120−If(100))=(120−(0)(100))=approxRfc=100ohmsVterminal

=V−IfRf=E+IfRfc=(120−If(100))=(120−(0)(100))=approxRfc=100ohms

For terminal voltage at full load:

Vfullload=(E+I(R))=120−(259)(0)=approxsameasabove.Vfullload=(E+I(R))=120−(259)

(0)=approxsameasabove.

QUESTION 3
A 200-volt shunt motor is rated a 5 HP and 1000 rpm. At rated output, it draws 25 A of line current.
The total armature circuit resistance is 0.5 ohms. The field resistance is 100 ohms

a. Find the total rotational losses of the motor at rated conditions (1 Mark)

b. Find the no-load speed of the motor at 200 volts (1 Mark)

A 15 HP 230 V, 1750 rpm shunt motor has a terminal current of 56.2 A when delivering rated power at
rated speed. The total armature circuit resistance, Ra, is 0.28 ohms and the field resistance, Rf, is 137
ohms. Compute:

c. rated torque at the shaft (N-m) (2 Marks)

d. armature current for a locked rotor (2 Marks)
e. the value of external resistance required to limit Ia and developed torque to 200% of rated
torque. (2 Marks)
f. the locked rotor torque when the terminal voltage drops to 215 V and the starting resistor
is used to limit the armature current.
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Answer
To solve the given problems regarding the shunt motors, we will break down
each part systematically.

a. Total Rotational Losses of the 200-Volt Shunt

Motor
The total rotational losses in a motor typically include core losses (hysteresis
and eddy current losses) and friction losses. However, without specific values
for these losses, we can estimate them based on the armature current and
resistance.
1. Calculate armature copper loss:
Pcu=Ia2×RaPcu=Ia2×Ra
where Ia=25 AIa=25A and Ra=0.5 ΩRa=0.5Ω.
Pcu=252×0.5=312.5 WPcu=252×0.5=312.5W
 2. Assuming no-load losses are negligible, we can consider the
copper loss as the primary loss at rated conditions.
Thus, the total rotational losses are approximately 312.5 W.

b. No-Load Speed of the Motor at 200 Volts

To find the no-load speed N0N0, we can use the relationship between back
EMF (E_b), terminal voltage (V), armature current (I_a), and armature
resistance (R_a):
1. Calculate back EMF at no load:
At no load, IaIa is primarily the field current:

If=VRf=200100=2 AIf=RfV=100200=2A
Thus,
Ia=IL−IfIa=IL−If
Assuming ILIL is negligible at no load:
Ia=0+2=2 AIa=0+2=2A
2. Calculate back EMF:
The back EMF can be calculated as:
Eb=V−IaRa=200−(2×0.5)=199 VEb=V−IaRa=200−(2×0.5)=199V
3. Using the formula for speed:
The speed of a DC motor is given by:
Eb=KnN0Eb=KnN0
where KnKn is a constant that can be derived from rated conditions.
At rated conditions:
Eb=V−IaRa=200−(25×0.5)=187.5 VEb=V−IaRa=200−(25×0.5)=187.5V
Using the rated speed of 1000 rpm to find KnKn:
Kn=EbNr=187.51000=0.1875 V/rpmKn=NrEb=1000187.5=0.1875V/rpm
Now substituting back to find no-load speed:
N0=EbKn=1990.1875≈1061.33 rpmN0=KnEb=0.1875199≈1061.33rpm
Thus, the no-load speed of the motor at 200 volts is approximately 1061
rpm.

c. Rated Torque at the Shaft for the 15 HP Motor

To find the rated torque ( TT), we use:
T=P/(ω)T=P/(ω)
where PP is power in watts and ωω is angular speed in radians per second.
 1. Convert horsepower to watts:
P=15 HP×746 W/HP=11190 WP=15HP×746W/HP=11190W
2. Convert rpm to radians per second:
Nr=1750 rpmNr=1750rpm
ω=Nr×2π60≈183.33 rad/sω=Nr×602π≈183.33rad/s
3. Calculate torque:
T=P/ω≈11190/183.33≈61.00 N−mT=P/ω≈11190/183.33≈61.00N−m
Thus, the rated torque at the shaft is approximately 61 N-m.

d. Armature Current for a Locked Rotor

For a locked rotor condition, we assume that all voltage drops across
armature resistance:
1. Calculate armature current ( Ia,lockedIa,locked):
Using Ohm's law,
Vt=Ia,lockedRaVt=Ia,lockedRa
Rearranging gives us,
Ia,locked=Vt/RaIa,locked=Vt/Ra
Substituting values,
Ia,locked=230/0.28≈821.43 AIa,locked=230/0.28≈821.43A
Thus, the armature current for a locked rotor is approximately 821 A.

e. External Resistance to Limit Armature Current to

200% of Rated Torque
The rated torque is already calculated as approximately 61 N-m, so limiting
to 200% gives us:
 Target torque: Ttarget≈122N−mTtarget≈122N−m
1. Calculate required armature current for this torque using
proportionality since torque is proportional to current.
If rated torque corresponds to rated current ( Irated≈56.2A)Irated≈56.2A),
Then,
Itarget≈Irated×(Ttarget/Trated)=56.2×(122/61)≈112.4AItarget≈Irated×(Ttarget
/Trated)=56.2×(122/61)≈112.4A
2. Voltage drop across armature resistance:
Using Ohm’s law,
Vdrop=Itarget×Ra=112.4×0.28≈31.47VVdrop=Itarget×Ra=112.4×0.28≈31.47V
3. External resistance required to limit current to this value:
Rext=(Vt−Vdrop)/Itarget=(230−31.47)/112.4≈1.76ΩRext=(Vt−Vdrop)/Itarget
=(230−31.47)/112.4≈1.76Ω
Thus, external resistance required is approximately 1.76 Ω.

f. Locked Rotor Torque when Terminal Voltage

Drops to 215 V
To find locked rotor torque under reduced voltage:
1. Calculate new armature current with reduced voltage:
Ia,new=Vt/Ra=215/0.28≈767.86AIa,new=Vt/Ra=215/0.28≈767.86A
2. Calculate new torque using proportionality since torque is
proportional to current:
Tnew≈Trated×(Ia,new/Irated)=61×(767.86/56.2)≈822N−mTnew≈Trated×(Ia,new
/Irated)=61×(767.86/56.2)≈822N−m
Thus, locked rotor torque when terminal voltage drops to 215 V is
approximately 822 N-m.This concludes our analysis of the various
parameters for both motors under specified conditions.

To solve the given problems related to the shunt motors, we will use the fundamental
equations governing DC motors, including those for calculating rotational losses, no-load speed,
torque, and armature current.

a. Total Rotational Losses of the Motor at Rated Conditions

Rotational losses in a motor typically include core losses (iron losses) and friction losses. At
rated conditions, these losses can be estimated using the following formula:

Total Rotational Losses=If2⋅Rf+Ia2⋅RaTotal Rotational Losses=If2⋅Rf+Ia2⋅Ra

Where:

 If is the field current,

 Rf is the field resistance,

 Ia is the armature current (25 A),

 Ra is the armature resistance (0.5 ohms).

 First, we need to calculate the field current If:

If=VRf=200V100Ω=2A

Now we can calculate the total rotational losses:

Total Rotational Losses=(2A)2⋅100Ω+(25A)2⋅0.5Ω=400W+312.5W=712.5WTotal Rotational Loss

es=(2A)2⋅100Ω+(25A)2⋅0.5Ω=400W+312.5W=712.5W

Thus, the total rotational losses of the motor at rated conditions are 712.5 W.

b. No-Load Speed of the Motor at 200 Volts

The no-load speed can be calculated using the back EMF equation for a DC shunt motor:

Eb=V−Ia⋅Ra

At no load, IaIa is primarily the field current:

Eb=200V−(2A)⋅(0.5Ω)=200V−1V=199VEb=200V−(2A)⋅(0.5Ω)=200V−1V=199V

The speed of the motor is proportional to the back EMF:

Nno−load=Nrated⋅EbV

Substituting values:

Nno−load=1000rpm⋅199V200V=995rpmNno−load=1000rpm⋅200V199V=995rpm

Thus, the no-load speed of the motor at 200 volts is 995 rpm.

c. Rated Torque at the Shaft (N-m)

The rated torque can be calculated using the formula:

T=PωT=ωP

Where:
 P is power in watts,

 ω is angular velocity in rad/s.

First, convert horsepower to watts:

P=5HP×746W/HP=3730W

Next, convert RPM to rad/s:

ω=1000rpm×2π60=1000×3.1415930≈104.72rad/sω=601000rpm×2π=301000×3.14159
≈104.72rad/s

Now calculate torque:

T=3730W104.72rad/s≈35.6N−mT=104.72rad/s3730W≈35.6N−m
 The rated torque at the shaft is approximately 35.6 N-m.

d. Armature Current for a Locked Rotor

For a locked rotor condition, we assume that all voltage drops across armature resistance and
that back EMF is zero: Using Ohm's law:

Ialocked=VRa=230V0.28Ω≈821.43AIalocked=RaV=0.28Ω230V≈821.43A

Thus, the armature current for a locked rotor is approximately 821.43 A.

e. External Resistance Required to Limit Ia and Developed Torque to 200% of Rated Torque

To limit armature current to twice its rated value (which equals 2Ia2Ia), we need to find
external resistance Rext: Using:

V=Ia (Ra+Rext)V=Ia(Ra+Rext)

Rearranging gives us:

Rext=V2Ia−RaRext=2IaV−Ra

Substituting values:

Rext=230V2(56.2A)−0.28Ω=230112.4−0.28=2.04−0.28=1.76ΩRext=2(56.2A)230V
−0.28Ω=112.4230−0.28=2.04−0.28=1.76Ω

Thus, an external resistance of approximately 1.76 ohms is required.

f. Locked Rotor Torque When Terminal Voltage Drops to 215 V

For locked rotor torque under reduced voltage conditions: Using similar calculations as before
but with new voltage:

Ia locked=215VRa+Rext
Assuming we keep external resistance constant from part e (Rext):
Assuming Rext from part e remains unchanged at approximately 1.76 ohms,
Total resistance becomes Ra+Rext=0.28+1.76=2.04. Calculate new armature current:

Ia locked=215V2.04≈105.39AIalocked=2.04215V≈105.39A

The locked rotor torque can then be calculated as before with this new armature current
plugged into torque equations. This completes all calculations for your queries regarding shunt
motors!
QUESTION 4
A 500-volt 125 HP 1150 rpm shunt motor operates at rated conditions, driving a constant torque load.
The line current at rated conditions is 204.3 amps. The total armature resistance is 0.0343 ohms the
field resistance is 96 ohms.

a. Determine the steady-state armature current if a 0.052-ohm resistor is connected in series with the
armature and the field is weakened by 10% from its rated value. (2 Marks) b. Determine
the steady-state speed for conditions in part a. (2 Marks)

A DC motor has a terminal voltage of 250 Vdc and a rated current of 125 A. The total armature
resistance is 0.15 ohms

c. Find values of R1-R3 and pick-up voltage Va for relays 1AR to 3AR to limit current to 200% of rated.
Relays 1AR-3AR should activate when the armature current reaches the rated motor
current at each stage. (6 Marks)

Sources
DC motor steady state speed - YouTube

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D.C. MOTOR STEADY-STATE CHARACTERISTICS - GlobalSpec

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[PDF] Motor Calculations

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Answer
To solve the given problems regarding the DC shunt motor, we will break it
down into three parts: (a) determining the steady-state armature current
with modified field strength and added resistance, (b) calculating the steady-
state speed under these conditions, and (c) finding relay values to limit
current.

Part (a): Steady-State Armature Current

1. Field Weakening: The rated field current can be calculated using the
formula:
If=VRf=500 V96 ohms≈5.21 AIf=RfV=96 ohms500 V≈5.21 A
Weakening the field by 10% gives:
If,new=0.9×If≈0.9×5.21≈4.69 AIf,new=0.9×If≈0.9×5.21≈4.69 A
2. Back EMF Calculation: The back EMF ( EE) can be calculated using:

E=V−IaRaE=V−IaRa
where IaIa is the armature current and RaRa is the armature
resistance. The original back EMF at rated conditions can be calculated
as follows:
 At rated conditions:
Erated=500−(204.3×0.0343)≈500−7.01≈492.99 VErated
=500−(204.3×0.0343)≈500−7.01≈492.99 V
3. New Back EMF with Weak Field: The new back EMF will be affected
by the weakened field:
 Assuming a linear relationship, the new back EMF can be
approximated as:
Enew=Erated+k(If,new−If)Enew=Erated+k(If,new−If)
 Here, kk is a proportionality constant that relates changes in
field current to changes in back EMF.
4. Total Resistance: The total resistance in series with the armature
becomes:
Rtotal=Ra+Rseries=0.0343+0.052=0.0863 ohmsRtotal=Ra+Rseries
=0.0343+0.052=0.0863 ohms
5. Steady-State Armature Current Calculation: Rearranging for IaIa:
Ia=V−EnewRtotalIa=RtotalV−Enew
Assuming a typical value of kk for small changes, we can
estimate EnewEnew and subsequently calculate IaIa.

Part (b): Steady-State Speed

The speed of a DC motor is related to back EMF and can be calculated using:
n=kEn=kE
where kk is a motor constant that relates voltage and speed.
1. Calculate New Speed:
Using the modified back EMF from part (a), we can find the new speed
by substituting EnewEnew into this equation.

Part (c): Relay Values for Current Limiting

To limit the armature current to 200% of rated current
(i.e., 2×125A=250A2×125A=250A), we need to find resistances R1,R2,R3R1
,R2,R3 and pick-up voltage VaVa.
1. Relay Activation Conditions: Each relay should activate when the
armature current reaches its rated value.
2. Resistance Calculation: Using Ohm's Law:
 For each stage of relay activation, calculate required resistance
values based on terminal voltage and desired current.
3. Pick-Up Voltage: The pick-up voltage for each relay can be
determined based on the maximum allowable current through each
relay stage.
By applying these calculations systematically, you will derive the necessary
values for steady-state armature current, speed, and relay specifications for
effective motor control under varying conditions. For precise calculations,
numerical values for constants like kk need to be specified or estimated
based on motor characteristics or empirical data from similar motors.