What is Motor Generator Set?

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08/21/2024

What is Motor Generator Set?

Motor Generator Set Definition

A motor generator (M-G) set is defined as a device consisting of a motor and a generator mechanically coupled through a common shaft. It’s used to convert electrical power from one form to another, such as converting voltage, phase, or frequency.

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Motor generator sets also convert voltage, phase, and frequency of power. They help isolate electrical loads from the supply line. Here is a picture of an M-G set.

Here a motor and a generator are coupled together using a single shaft; they are wound around a single rotor. Necessary condition for coupling is that rated speed of both motor and generator should be same.

Applications

M-G sets convert voltage, phase, and frequency of power and isolate electrical loads from the supply line.

Working Principle

In a typical motor generator set, power is supplied to the motor, which rotates its shaft. This rotation, being mechanically coupled to the generator’s shaft, makes the generator convert this mechanical energy back into electrical energy.

Thus while the power at the input as well as output side is electrical in nature, the power flowing between the machines is in the form of mechanical torque. This provides isolation of the electrical system as well as some buffering of power between the two electrical systems.

Power Conversions

  • AC to DC – This is possible by using an AC motor (induction motor or synchronous motor) and a DC generator.

  • DC to AC – This can be accomplished by using a DC motor and an AC generator.

  • DC at some voltage level to DC at another voltage level.

  • Alternating power at one frequency to Alternating power at another frequency

  • Fixed AC voltage to variable or regulated AC voltage

  • Single phase AC voltage to 3 phase AC voltage

Nowadays, motor generator sets have been upgraded in many ways. They were used where precise speed regulation was needed, like in elevators and factories. Today, semiconductor devices such as thyristor, SCRs, GTOs, and MOSFET often replace M-G sets because they are compact, have lower losses, and are easier to control.

Modern Alternatives

Semiconductor devices such as thyristors and MOSFETs now often replace M-G sets due to their smaller size, reduced losses, and easier control.

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