DC motor and AC generator's output

In summary, to increase the turning effect of a DC generator, we can increase the number of turns of its coil. This will result in a greater emf, driving a larger current and producing a greater torque. Additionally, the torque per unit current will also increase, resulting in a torque proportional to the square of the number of turns. Similarly, to increase the emf of an AC generator, we can increase the frequency of the turning. This will increase the speed of rotation, leading to a greater rate of change of magnetic flux linkage and thus a higher emf. Additionally, increasing the number of turns on the coil will also increase the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage, resulting in a larger induced emf. When using Fleming's
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To increase a DC generator's turning effect, we increase the number of turns of the coil. How does this increase the turning effect? Will it concentrate the field lines or will the force acted on each coil be added to each other to increase the force on one armature? I think both happens because someone on the forum a while ago told me that the magnetic field lines would be concentrated as well.

To increase a AC generator's emf, we increase the frequency of the turning. Will the explanation for the increase be: The speed of rotation would be increase as the period of the rotation is decreased. Since the speed is increased, the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage is increased hence, the emf will be increased.

Also, by increasing the number of turns the coils, will the explanation also be: Since the number of turns of the coils increases, the rate of change in magnetic flux linkage is increased as well as there is a greater number of coils to link the circuit with the magnetic field lines. With the increased rate of change of magnetic flux linkage, the emf induced will be greater.

With these two examples, when we use Fleming's Right-hand rule, the motion (thumb) refers to the speed of rotation? Since the speed is the one that determines the rate of change of magnetic flux linkage which in turns affect the induced emf.

Thanks for the help! :smile:
 
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The start of your post is puzzling. When a generator is driving a current through a load it produces a torque in the opposite direction to the direct in which it (its armature) is being turned. Is this torque the 'turning effect' to which you are referring? If so, it will increase with the number of turns, n, on the coil, because of the increased emf, which will drive a greater current through the load, and therefore through the coil itself. What's more, increasing n will also increase the torque per unit current, so the torque will be proportional to n2 (provided the load resistor is large, so we can forget changes in the coil's resistance due to adding more turns).
 
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1. How does the output of a DC motor compare to that of an AC generator?

The output of a DC motor is direct current, meaning it flows in one direction, while the output of an AC generator is alternating current, meaning it flows back and forth in a continuous cycle.

2. What factors affect the output of a DC motor or AC generator?

The output of a DC motor or AC generator can be affected by various factors such as the strength of the magnetic field, the speed of rotation, and the number of windings in the coil.

3. How does the output voltage of a DC motor or AC generator change with load?

The output voltage of a DC motor or AC generator will decrease as the load increases, due to factors such as resistance and back EMF (electromotive force).

4. Is the output of a DC motor or AC generator affected by the type of load it is connected to?

Yes, the output of a DC motor or AC generator can be affected by the type of load it is connected to. For example, a DC motor may have higher output when connected to a resistive load compared to an inductive load.

5. Can the output of a DC motor or AC generator be controlled?

Yes, the output of a DC motor or AC generator can be controlled through various methods such as changing the strength of the magnetic field, adjusting the speed of rotation, or using external devices like voltage regulators.

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