Explore topic-wise MCQs in Dc Machines.

This section includes 12 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Dc Machines knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.

1.

DC generators are disconnected/connected from/to the busbars only under the floating condition because ____________

A. To avoid sudden loading of the prime mover
B. To avoid burning of all switch contacts
C. To avoid mechanical jerk to the shaft
D. To avoid sudden loading of the prime mover, burning of all switch contacts and avoid mechanical jerking to the shaft
Answer» E.
2.

How many poles to be used in DC machine if brushes are placed 4 commutator segments apart for 16 commutator segments?

A. 8
B. 12
C. 2
D. 4
Answer» E.
3.

Specific resistance for a brush is given by _________

A. R = (E * W * T) / (I * L)
B. R = (E * W * I) / (T * L)
C. R = (E * W * I) * (T * L)
D. Doesn t depend on E, W, T, I, L.
Answer» B. R = (E * W * I) / (T * L)
4.

What is the range of the brush friction coefficients for medium category?

A. 0.40 and above
B. 0.22 to 0.40
C. 0.11 to 0.22
D. 0.08 to 0.11
Answer» C. 0.11 to 0.22
5.

Spacing between the brushes for a 4-pole machine in terms of commutator segments is equal to 6. What will be the number of armature slots?

A. 48
B. 3
C. 24
D. 6
Answer» D. 6
6.

Spacing between the brushes for a 4-pole machine in terms of commutator segments for 12 conductor segments is _____

A. 48
B. 3
C. 2
D. 6
Answer» C. 2
7.

For both lap and wave windings, what is the number of commutator bars equal to?

A. Slots
B. Armature conductors
C. Winding elements
D. Poles
Answer» D. Poles
8.

Reason behind the rapid wear of brushes is __________

A. Abrasion from dust
B. Excessive spring pressure
C. Rough commutator bars
D. Abrasion from dust, excessive spring pressure and rough commutator bars
Answer» E.
9.

How to avoid grooves in the commutation of DC machine with the help of brush?

A. Brushes of opposite polarity should track each other
B. Brushes of same polarity should track each other
C. Brush position has no effect on the commutator grooving
D. Brushes should not track each other
Answer» B. Brushes of same polarity should track each other
10.

What is the requirement of the good commutation?

A. Brushes should be of proper grade, size and material
B. Brushes should smoothly run in the holders
C. Smooth, concentric commutator properly undercut
D. Brushes should be of proper grade, size, material, run smoothly in the holders and concentric commutator properly undercut
Answer» E.
11.

The drop in the voltage for which of the following types of brush can be expected to be least?

A. Graphite brushes
B. Carbon brushes
C. Metal graphite brushes
D. Cannot be determined
Answer» D. Cannot be determined
12.

In a DC generator the ripples in the direct emf generated can be reduced by________

A. Using conductor of annealed copper
B. Using commutator with large number of segments
C. Using carbon brushes of superior quality
D. Using equalizer rings
Answer» D. Using equalizer rings