Speed Control of 3-Phase
Induction Motor
Introduction to 3-Phase Induction
Motors
• Why is speed control important?
• speed control is essential in improving energy
efficiency, optimizing machine performance,
reducing wear and tear, enhancing safety, and
delivering consistent product quality in
industrial applications.
• • Common applications (e.g., industrial
machinery, pumps, fans).
Working Principle of a 3-Phase
Induction Motor
Speed-Torque Characteristics
Torque Slip Charactersitic
Speed Control
Speed Control
Methods of Speed Control
• 1. Pole Changing (Pole Amplitude Modulation)
• 2. Varying Supply Voltage
• 3. Frequency Control (V/F Method)
• 4. Rotor Resistance Control
• 5. Slip Power Recovery Scheme
Pole Changing
• • Used mainly in constant-speed applications.
Varying Supply Voltage
Varying Supply Voltage
Frequency Control (V/F Control)
Variable Frequency Method
Variable Frequency Method
Rotor Resistance Control
Rotor Resistance Control
Slip Power Recovery Scheme
Slip Power Recovery Scheme
Details
Slip Power Recovery Scheme
Applications of Speed Control
• • Industries using speed control (e.g.,
manufacturing, HVAC, transportation).
• • Specific examples (e.g., conveyor systems,
elevators).
Advantages of Speed Control
• • Improved efficiency.
• • Energy savings.
• • Greater operational flexibility.
• • Reduced mechanical stress on the motor
and machinery.
Conclusion
• • Recap of major speed control techniques.
• • Importance of selecting the right method for
a given application.
• • Future trends in speed control (e.g., vector
control, sensorless drives).
