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What is the difference of DC voltages in adjoining brushes?

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RRB ALP 2018 CBT 2 Fitter Question Paper (21-Jan-2019) (Shift 3)
The correct answer is
0 V

DC Voltage Difference in Brushes

In the context of DC electrical machines, brushes are used to collect current from the rotating armature. Adjoining brushes are typically positioned relative to the armature's magnetic field orientation.

Specifically, brushes are often placed along the neutral axis. At the neutral axis, the voltage induced in the armature coils that are undergoing commutation is theoretically zero. This positioning minimizes sparking and ensures smooth current collection.

Consequently, the potential difference between adjoining brushes situated at the neutral axis is zero.

Therefore, the difference of DC voltages in adjoining brushes is $\text{0 V}$.

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