Electric Motor
Calculation of shaded-pole motor losses and efficiency at full load in 6 steps
First, let’s say few words about shaded-pole motors, and then dive into calculation procedure. A shaded pole motor is the simplest form of a single phase motor and is very low in cost. It develops a rotating field by delaying… Read more
Jan 17, 2018 | By Edvard Csanyi
HVAC
How to Maximize Chiller Efficiency?
Chillers are the single largest energy-using component in most facilities, and can typically consume over 50% of the electrical usage. Chillers use approximately 20% of the total electrical power generated in North America and the U.S. Department of Energy estimates… Read more
Sep 04, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Electric Motor
Internal losses that reduce efficiency of a DC generator
There are four internal losses that contribute to lower efficiency of a DC generator. Copper losses Eddy-current losses Hysteresis losses Mechanical losses Copper loss is the power lost as heat in the windings; it is caused by the flow of… Read more
Feb 03, 2012 | By Edvard Csanyi
Electric Motor
Motors And Drives For Efficient Control – ABB
With electric motors accounting for an estimated 65 percent of industrial energy use, any increases in efficiency clearly provide the potential for major savings. The energy consumption of electric motors can be reduced in two main ways – by implementing… Read more
Nov 23, 2011 | By Edvard Csanyi
