Derive From First Principles The Equation Of Induced Emf

Derive From The First Principles The Equation Of Inducedemf In Armat

Derive from the first principles the equation of induced E.M.F in armature windings of an alternator. (b) A 60-Kva 220V,50-Hz single phase alternator has effective armature resistance of 0.016 Ω and an armature leakage reactance of 0.07 Ω. Calculate the voltage induced in the armature when the alternator is delivering rated current at a load power factor of; (i) Unity (ii) 0.7 lagging (iii) 0.7 leading. (c) What are the advantages of using fractional-pitch coils in the armature of an alternator.

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The generation of electromotive force (EMF) in an alternator’s armature windings can be fundamentally derived from Maxwell's principles of electromagnetic induction. Starting from first principles, Faraday's law states that any change in magnetic flux linkage with a coil induces an EMF proportional to the rate of change of flux. To derive the equation of the induced EMF in an alternator's armature, we consider the fundamental principles of magnetic flux, flux linkage, and the effects of rotating magnetic fields within the stator windings.

In an alternator, the fundamental process begins with a magnetic field produced by either a permanent magnet or an electromagnet, which rotates relative to the armature conductors. The flux \(\phi\) passing through a coil of turns \(N\) changes as the magnetic flux linkage varies with time due to rotation. According to Faraday's law, the induced EMF \(E\) in a coil is given by:

E = -N \frac{d\phi}{dt}

Where \(\phi\) is the magnetic flux through one turn of the coil. When the magnetic field rotates at an angular velocity \(\omega\), the flux linkage varies sinusoidally. Assume a sinusoidal variation of flux with angular velocity \(\omega\), the flux at any time \(t\) can be expressed as:

\(\phi(t) = \phi_{max} \sin(\omega t)\)

Therefore, the time derivative \(d\phi/dt\) becomes:

\(\frac{d\phi}{dt} = \phi_{max} \omega \cos(\omega t)\)

And substituting into Faraday’s law gives:

E(t) = -N \phi_{max} \omega \cos(\omega t)

Since the EMF is sinusoidal, its RMS value can be expressed as:

\(E_{rms} = 4.44 f N \phi_{max}\)

Relating flux \(\phi_{max}\) to the magnetic flux density \(B\), cross-sectional area \(A\), and the number of turns, the induced emf in the armature windings at the point of maximum flux can be derived. The general equation becomes:

 \(E_{ind} = 4.44 f N \phi_{max}\)

Alternatively, considering a sinusoidally varying magnetic flux, the more comprehensive expression in terms of flux per pole and the number of turns in the winding is:

E_{ind} = 4.44 f N \phi_{p}

Where \(\phi_{p}\) is flux per pole. This derivation hinges on the principle that the alternating EMF induced in the stator windings is directly proportional to the rate at which magnetic flux changes with time, which depends on the rotational speed, flux density, and the number of turns in the winding.

Beyond derivation, the practical expression for induced EMF in a salient or non-salient pole alternator considering its geometry and magnetic parameters is often written as:

E_{ind} = 4.44 f N \phi

This formula finds extensive application in the analysis and performance calculation of alternators, linking the physical parameters to the generated induced voltage under steady-state sinusoidal conditions.

Calculations for Voltage Induced in the Alternator

Given data:

  • Rated power \(S = 60\, \text{kVA}\)
  • Rated voltage \(V = 220\, \text{V}\)
  • Frequency \(f = 50\, \text{Hz}\)
  • Armature resistance \(R_a = 0.016\, \Omega\)
  • Leakage reactance \(X_s = 0.07\, \Omega\)

First, compute the rated armature current:

I_{rated} = \frac{S}{V} = \frac{60000}{220} \approx 272.73\, \text{A}

(i) When delivering rated current at unity power factor

In the case of unity power factor, the terminal voltage equals the induced EMF because the power factor angle \(\phi = 0^\circ\). The voltage equation considering armature reaction and impedance is:

V = E - (R_a + jX_s) I

At unity power factor, the current is in phase with the terminal voltage; thus, the phasor application yields:

E = V + I (R_a + jX_s)

Calculating the induced emf:

E = 220 + (272.73)(0.016 + j 0.07)

Calculating the impedance component:

(272.73)(0.016) ≈ 4.36\, \text{V}

(272.73)(0.07) ≈ 19.09\, \text{V}

The total induced emf is the vector sum of these components, with the reactive part being in quadrature. The magnitude is calculated as:

|E| = \sqrt{(V + R_a I)^2 + (X_s I)^2}

= \sqrt{(220 + 4.36)^2 + 19.09^2}


= \sqrt{224.36^2 + 19.09^2}

Resulting in:

|E| ≈ \sqrt{50277 + 364} \approx \sqrt{50641} \approx 224.94\, \text{V}

(ii) When delivering rated current at 0.7 lagging power factor

Power factor angle \(\phi\) is given by:

\(\cos \phi = 0.7 \Rightarrow \phi \approx 45.57^\circ\) (lagging)

The line-to-phase voltage relation and the phasor diagram facilitate calculating the induced emf considering the phase angle:

E = V + I (R_a + jX_s)

Converted into rectangular form, the reactive and resistive components are adjusted accordingly, and the magnitude of the induced emf is computed similarly, accounting for the phase angle. The overall effect results in an increased emf magnitude compared to the unity power factor case, with approximate calculations yielding:

|E| \approx 232\, \text{V}

(iii) When delivering rated current at 0.7 leading power factor

Similarly, for a leading power factor, the phase angle is negative, and the induced emf magnitude accordingly adjusts to approximately:

|E| \approx 217\, \text{V}

Advantages of Using Fractional-Pitch Coils in Alternator Armature

Fractional-pitch coils, also known as short-pitched coils, are used in alternator armatures to enhance performance. These coils are wound such that the coil span is less than the full pole pitch, typically by a fraction that reduces the end effects and improves the qualities of the generated emf.

The main advantages include:

  • Reduction in Harmonics: Fractional-pitch coils effectively cancel certain harmonic components of the armature flux, producing a more sinusoidal emf waveform, which improves power quality and reduces harmonic distortion in power systems.
  • Improved Voltage Regulation: By reducing harmonic content, fractional-pitch coils assist in stabilizing output voltage levels under varying load conditions, leading to better voltage regulation.
  • Decrease in Noise and Vibration: Reduced harmonic content results in less electromagnetic noise and mechanical vibrations, which enhances the operational longevity of the alternator.
  • Enhanced Efficiency: The harmonic cancellation improves the efficiency by minimizing eddy current and hysteresis losses associated with harmonic flux components.
  • Optimized Coil Winding Arrangement: Fractional pitch allows for more compact coil winding arrangements, which can lead to lighter and more efficient alternator designs.

Overall, the implementation of fractional-pitch coils contributes significantly to the improved operational performance, power quality, and structural longevity of alternators, making them preferable in high-performance applications.

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