Operating an AC Three-Phase Induction Motor

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phase position

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magnitude (±40%)

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phase shift (±80°)

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skew (% bar pitch)

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This Demonstration illustrates the operation of an induction motor. You can create a voltage imbalance or a phase shift in the three-phase source. This will result in a change in speed of the rotor that represents a change in developed torque. You can also adjust the skew of the rotor bars.