Generators

Topics Include:

  • Main Parts of a Generator
  • Prime Mover
  • Theory of Operation (DC Generators)
  • Basic Operations of a DC Generator
  • Commutation in a DC Generator
  • Field Excitation
  • Terminal Voltage
  • DC Generator Ratings
  • AC Generator Components
  • Types of AC Generators
  • Theory of Operation (AC Generators)
  • AC Generator Theory
  • Losses in an AC Generator
  • Generator Ratings
  • Grounding a Separately Derived AC Generator
  • Paralleling AC Generators
  • Three-Phase AC Generators
  • AC Generator Connections
  • Phase, Winding and Current, Voltage Relationship of a Three-Phase System
  • Grounded Wye
  • Need for Emergency and Standby Power Systems
  • Standard Requirements
  • Legally Required Emergency Systems Article 700
  • Legally Required Standby Systems
  • Establishing the Need for Backup Power
  • UPS
  • Classifying Emergency Power Loads
  • Engine Generators
  • Elevator Loads
  • Data Processing and Communication Systems
  • Emergency Power Systems
  • On-Site Generation Systems
  • Transfer Switches
  • Short-Circuit Current
  • Design Considerations