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In a salient pole synchronous motor, the developed reluctance torque attains the maximum value when the load angle in electrical degrees is

  1. 0
  2. 45
  3. 60
  4. 90

Correct answer: 45

Solution

The developed reluctance torque in a salient pole synchronous motor reaches its maximum at a load angle of 45 degrees because this angle optimally balances the magnetic forces, maximizing the torque produced by the difference in reluctance between the rotor and stator.

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