Solution Data for Generic Rotating Machines

To access the solution data, double-click the solution setup located under Analysis in the project tree to open the solution Properties dialog box. Solution data is also accessible in the desktop Properties window for the selected setup.

The solution setup Properties contains the following fields:

General tab:

Name

The name of the setup. Not editable.

Enabled

Check box that enables/disables the solution setup.

Default is checked (enabled)

Operation Type

Set the type of operation for the machine analysis. drop-down menu selections are: Motor, Generator, Wind Generator. Default is Motor.

Load Type

Select the mechanical or electrical load type from the drop-down menu.

For Motor Operation Type the selections are: Const Speed, Const Power, Const Torque, Linear Torque, Fan Load. Default is Const Power.

For Generator and Wind Generator Operation Type the selections are: Infinite Bus and Independent Generator. Default is Infinite Bus.

Rated Output Power

Enter the rated mechanical or electrical output (apparent) power, and select the unit.

Rated Voltage

Enter a value for the rated voltage and select the unit.

Rated Speed

Type a value for the rated speed, and select the unit.

Operating Temperature

Type a value for the operating temperature, and select the unit.

GRM tab:

Rated Power Factor

Enter the rated power factor for AC Source Type. This field is displayed only for AC Source Type. Default value is 0.8.

Capacitive Power Factor

Check box that enables/disables use of a capacitive power factor. Used together with the Rated Power Factor when the phase current leads the phase voltage, to determine load impedance. Default is unchecked.

Frequency

Enter a value for the frequency, and select the unit.

Related Topics 

Setting Up Analysis Parameters for a Generic Rotating Machine