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An induction motor driven above synchronous speed by its load

  • A.draws a very much larger current from the supply than at rated load
  • B.generates and returns power to the supply
  • C.continues to motor, drawing power from the supply as before
  • D.develops no torque of any kind at those speeds

Answer: B

Correct answer: generates and returns power to the supply

Driven above \( N_s \) the slip becomes negative, the rotor emf reverses, and the torque opposes the direction of rotation. The machine acts as an induction generator, delivering real power to the supply while still drawing its magnetising reactive power from it. This is the regenerative braking region, used on hoists and on wind turbines with cage generators.

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