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Dynamic Braking of Induction Motors

Dynamic braking of induction motors involves switching the motor from line power to a braking circuit that causes it to act as a generator, converting the kinetic energy of the rotating mass into heat through resistive losses in the rotor and stator windings. Two common braking methods are DC injection, which uses a DC voltage source to induce a voltage in the rotor for braking, and capacitor braking, which connects a capacitor bank to the stator to cause generator action and dissipate energy through resistive losses. Neither method provides holding torque at the end of braking, so a mechanical brake is needed.

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Dynamic Braking of Induction Motors

Dynamic braking of induction motors involves switching the motor from line power to a braking circuit that causes it to act as a generator, converting the kinetic energy of the rotating mass into heat through resistive losses in the rotor and stator windings. Two common braking methods are DC injection, which uses a DC voltage source to induce a voltage in the rotor for braking, and capacitor braking, which connects a capacitor bank to the stator to cause generator action and dissipate energy through resistive losses. Neither method provides holding torque at the end of braking, so a mechanical brake is needed.

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Dynamic Braking of Induction Motors

Slow down a machine by converting kinetic energy stored in the rotating mass to heat energy in the rotor and/or stator windings. Switch the motor from the line to a braking circuit that causes the motor to behave as a generator with a connected load.

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Dynamic Braking of Induction Motors


Methods of braking include DC Injection and Capacitive braking. Note that there is no holding torque at the end of the braking period need a mechanical brake to hold the shaft.

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DC Injection Method

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DC Injection Method
Disconnect the motor from the line and supply a DC source to any two terminals of the stator through a current-limiting resistance. The DC voltage sets up a stationary magnetic field that generates a voltage in the rotor windings, dissipating energy as I2R losses, slowing the motor.
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Capacitor Braking Method

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Capacitor Braking Method


Disconnect the motor from the line and connect a capacitor bank to the stator terminals. Motor behaves as a self-excited induction generator. Rotational energy is dissipated as I2R losses in the rotor and stator windings. Increase the effect by adding resistor load.
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