Synchronous Generator ASS2

Which of the following is not a type of rotor in a synchronous generator?

• Salient pole rotor

• Cylindrical rotor

• Squirrel cage rotor

• Non-salient pole rotor

What is the primary advantage of using a salient pole rotor in a synchronous generator?

• It is easier and cheaper to manufacture

• It has a higher power factor than other types of rotors

• It has a higher starting torque

• It has a lower inertia

Which type of rotor is commonly used in small to medium sized synchronous generators?

• A. Salient pole rotor

• B. Cylindrical rotor

• C. Squirrel cage rotor

• D. Non-salient pole rotor

What is the primary disadvantage of using a non-salient pole rotor in a synchronous generator?

• A. It has a lower starting torque than other types of rotors

• B. It has a higher inertia

• C. It is more expensive to manufacture

• D. It has a lower power factor than other types of rotors

Which type of rotor is commonly used in large synchronous generators?

• A. Salient pole rotor

• B. Cylindrical rotor

• C. Squirrel cage rotor

• D. Non-salient pole rotor

What is the primary advantage of using a cylindrical rotor in a synchronous generator?

• A. It has a higher power factor than other types of rotors

• B. It has a lower starting torque than other types of rotors

• C. It has a lower inertia

• D. It is easier and cheaper to manufacture

Which type of rotor is commonly used in synchronous motors?

• A. Salient pole rotor

• B. Cylindrical rotor

• C. Squirrel cage rotor

• D. Non-salient pole rotor

Which type of rotor has a higher rotor resistance?

• A. Salient pole rotor

• B. Non-salient pole rotor

• C. Wound rotor

• D. Induction rotor

What are the two main types of rotors used in synchronous generators?

• A. Salient pole and non-salient pole

• B. Wound rotor and squirrel cage rotor

• C. Induction rotor and permanent magnet rotor

• D. Single-phase rotor and three-phase rotor

What is the function of the damper winding in a salient pole rotor?

• A. To provide mechanical support to the rotor

• B. To reduce vibration and noise during operation

• C. To regulate the voltage output of the generator

• D. To provide cooling to the rotor