Science and Reactor Fundamentals Electrical

CNSC Technical Training Group

Notes

1.3

GENERATORS

explain why excitation is only applied when a generator is at or

near rated speed;

explain why the electrical parameters parameters must be

within acceptable limits before a generator can be connected to
an electrical system;

identify how synchroscope indication is interpreted to ensure

correct conditions exist to close the breaker;

explain how a generator responds when the breaker is closed

onto a dead bus with capacitive or inductive loads attached;

identify why electrical loads should be disconnected prior to

energizing a bus;

define finite and infinite bus

describe how generator terminal voltage is automatically

controlled

describe the function of a turbine governor;

describe how generator parameters are affected by changes in

either turbine shaft power or excitation current when a
generator is connected to an infinite grid;

describe the factors that influence steady state limit and

transient stability in generators and transmission lines;

explain why limits are placed on generator parameters;

describe the changes that occur during a load rejection from

load power;

describe the speed and voltage control systems response during

a load rejection from full power;

explain why heat is produced in generator components and the

consequence of excessive heat production;

identify how heat is removed from the rotor and stator;

explain why stator water conductivity is limited;

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