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A single-phase induction motor with only its main winding energised will

  • A.remain at rest, humming, though it will run if given a push
  • B.start and run up to speed by itself in a predictable direction
  • C.run at exactly synchronous speed once switched on
  • D.draw no current at all until the rotor begins to turn

Answer: A

The two counter-rotating field components give equal and opposite torques at standstill, so nothing starts it, but once turning in either direction the balance is broken and it develops net torque. That is why every practical machine has some starting arrangement.

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