The essential difference in design of the AC generator and a DC generator is that
The essential difference in design of the AC generator and a DC generator is that Correct Answer AC Generator has slip rings while DC Generator has a Commutator
Concept:
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SI. No. |
Differentiating property | AC Generator | DC Generator |
| 1. | Definition | AC generator is a mechanical device that converts mechanical energy into AC electrical power. | DC generator is a mechanical device that converts mechanical energy into DC electrical power. |
| 2. | Direction of current | In an AC generator, the electrical current reverses direction periodically. | In a DC generator, the electrical current flows only in one direction. |
| 3. | Basic Design | In an AC generator, the coil through which the current flows is fixed while the magnet moves. The construction is simple and costs are less. | In a DC generator, the coil through which the current flows rotates in a fixed field. The overall design is very simple but construction is complex due to commutators and slips rings. |
| 4. | Commutators | AC generator does not have commutators. They have slip rings | DC generators have commutators to make the current flow in one direction only. |
| 5. | Diagram | Important Points
The generator converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.
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