EE-II ALTERNATOR

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

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

• True

• False

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

The alternator rotor spins inside the alternator stator.

• True

• False

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

• True

• False

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

• True

• False

The alternator pulley spins what part inside the alternator?

• The stator

• The rotor

• The voltage regulator

• The voltage rectifier

calculate the frequency of a 8 pole alternator rotated at 900 rpm

The direction of the induced current in the coil of a generator depends on the …

• length of the coil.

• speed of rotation of the coil.

• direction of the magnetic field.

• strength of the magnetic field.

Which ONE of the following combinations regarding the energy conversions in electric motors and electric generators is CORRECT?

• ENERGY CONVERSION IN MOTORS: Mechanical to electrical

  ENERGY CONVERSION IN GENERATORS: Electrical to mechanical

• ENERGY CONVERSION IN MOTORS: Mechanical to electrical

  ENERGY CONVERSION IN GENERATORS: Mechanical to electrical

• ENERGY CONVERSION IN MOTORS: Electrical to mechanical

  ENERGY CONVERSION IN GENERATORS: Electrical to mechanical

• ENERGY CONVERSION IN MOTORS: Electrical to mechanical

  ENERGY CONVERSION IN GENERATORS: Mechanical to electrical