Explore topic-wise MCQs in Dc Machines.

This section includes 9 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.

The total losses in a well-designed DC generator of 10 kW will be nearly equal to ________

A. 100 W
B. 500 W
C. 1000 W
D. 1500 W
Answer» C. 1000 W
2.

Which of the following losses are significantly reduced by laminating the core of a DC generator?

A. Hysteresis losses
B. Eddy current losses
C. Copper losses
D. Windage losses
Answer» C. Copper losses
3.

Which of the following loss/losses in a DC generator is dissipated in the form of heat?

A. Mechanical loss
B. Core loss
C. Copper loss
D. Mechanical, Copper and Core
Answer» E.
4.

Which of the following methods is likely to result in reduction of hysteresis loss in a DC generator?

A. Providing laminations in armature core
B. Providing laminations in stator
C. Using non-magnetic material for frame
D. Using material of low hysteresis co-efficient for armature core material
Answer» E.
5.

Which of the following loss in a DC generator varies significantly with the load current?

A. Field copper loss
B. Windage loss
C. Armature copper loss
D. Cannot be determined
Answer» D. Cannot be determined
6.

Which of the following loss is likely to have highest proportion at rated load of the DC generator?

A. Hysteresis loss
B. Field copper loss
C. Armature copper loss
D. Eddy current loss
Answer» D. Eddy current loss
7.

Which of the following is not the effect of iron loss?

A. Loss of efficiency
B. Excessive heating of core
C. Increase in terminal voltage
D. Rise in temperature of ventilating air
Answer» D. Rise in temperature of ventilating air
8.

The hysteresis loss in a DC machine least depends on _____________

A. Frequency of magnetic reversals
B. Maximum value of flux density
C. Volume and grade of iron
D. Rate of flow of ventilating air
Answer» E.
9.

The efficiency of the DC motor at maximum power will be ___________________

A. 100%
B. Around 90%
C. Anywhere between 75% and 90%
D. Less than 50%
Answer» E.