Mechanisms — field winding

Recent Blogs

Bipolar Shunt Generator diagram
Bipolar Shunt Generator Mechanism: How Self-Excitation Works, Diagram, Parts and Uses Explained
Explore a two-pole shunt generator and its fixed-speed, no-load voltage equilibrium. Adjust the magnetization curve and field resistance to compare voltage, current and field power.
Single-pole Shunt Generator diagram
Single-pole Shunt Generator: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Formula and Uses Explained
See a shunt generator’s armature, commutator, brushes and field circuit. Calculate ideal EMF and field current from selected flux, speed and resistance.
Series Wound Motor or Generator diagram
Series Wound Motor or Generator: How It Works, Diagram, Parts, Formula and Uses Explained
Series wound motors and generators tie field and armature windings in series for high starting torque — used in traction, cranes, and DC welders.
Consequent-pole Compound Generator diagram
Consequent-pole Compound Generator: How It Works, Parts, Diagram & Voltage Regulation
Explore a consequent-pole generator field and a separate compound-connection diagram. Compare no-load, target and measured full-load voltages.