Motoring and Generating mode of 3-Φ Induction Machine – A Comparative Evaluation For Energy Efficiency

Abstract

Vast use of fossil fuels is leading to energy deficiency. Hence the renewable energy sources like wind energy and solar energy are being used. Classical asynchronous induction generators are being used in wind energy based power generation system. In markets of micro electric energy generation unit system, induction generators are getting popularized, as it is cheap, robust and maintenance free. But generally induction machines are used as motor, hence the catalogues have only information about motoring mode. This report gives a comparative analysis between motoring and generating mode of induction machines. From this report we conclude that the induction motors have more efficiency and less losses than induction generators.