33.01 Alternator

33.01 Alternator

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What is the purpose of the Voltage Regulator? Select all that are correct. 

• Convert AC voltage to DC voltage

• Control alternator output voltage

• Prevent overcharging 

• Regulate battery voltage based on load 

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The alternator is rotated by harnessing mechanical energy from the?

• The crankshaft pulley

• An external electric motor

• The battery

• Air spinning the fan on the alternator

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The alternator pulley spins what part inside the alternator?

• The stator

• The rotor

• The voltage regulator

• The voltage rectifier

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Why does an alternator use a internal or external fan?

• To keep the EPA happy

• To help cool the engine

• To cool off the diodes preventing damage

• To make the alternator cool looking

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The alternator stator produces the electrical output. (True/False)

• True

• False

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On the common Voltage Rectifier how many diodes are used to convert AC to DC?

• 2

• 4

• 6

• 8

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The alternator brushes ride on the slip rings to make a electrical connection. (True/False)

• True

• False

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The alternator rotor spins inside the alternator stator.

• True

• False

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What parts of the alternator are found on the Alternator Rotor? Select all that are correct. (pg 536)

• Field Coil Winding

• Alternator Slip Rings

• Pole Pieces

• Voltage Rectifier

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What is the purpose of the diode in the charging system?

• Transform the AC voltage from the alternator into DC voltage

• Transform the DC voltage from the alternator into AC voltage

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What is the name of an electrical device that only allows current flow in one direction. Otherwise known as a electrical check valve?

• Fuse

• Diode

• Photocell

• Multi-meter

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True or False: Today's automobiles operate using direct current.

• True

• False

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True or False: An alternator produces a Alternating Current (AC).

• True

• False

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Which one of these best describes function of the alternator?

• Electric generator that uses mechanical (engine) power to produce electricity

• Ammeter, voltmeter, or warning light that warns the driver about charge condition

• Wiring that connects the parts of the system.

• Large device that stores electricity for use later on

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What is the purpose of the automotive charging system? Select all that are correct.

• To start the engine

• To keep the battery voltage maintained when the car is running

• To keep the engine running

• To power the accessories used inside the cabin (radio, wipers, and lights)

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A stator has three sets of these

• Deltas
• Rotors
• Windings
• Vee belts

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The process of the rotating rotor inside the windings of the stator produce

• Delta charge
• Direct current
• Rectification
• Alternating current

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How drive is transmitted to alternator from Crankshaft by

• Camshft
• Vee belt
• Linkages
• Return springs