The purpose of this project was to explore power factor correction in an industrial setting. A theoretical factory is looking to expand its operation. In order to do so, they are opening up a new wing in the factory. In designing the new wing, they need to supply power to the lights and to the various induction motors required to run the machinery. These motors operate with a certain power factor. They manufacturer wants to correct this lower-than-desired power factor so that the motors draw less current, ultimately decreasing losses in conductors and saving them money on their operation

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Creator

• Legere, Alex M

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• E-project-042618-004613

Advisor

• Emanuel, Alexander E.

Year

• 2018

Date created

• 2018-04-26

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Electrical & Computer Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright