The use of generators by the military is examined. The factors determining generator size and weight for a given power rating and the generator scaling laws are discussed. Size and weight reduction is shown to be primarily a function of improvements in material properties and cooling techniques.<>


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    Title :

    Electric generators: technology status


    Contributors:
    Jokl, A.L. (author)


    Publication date :

    1991-12-01


    Size :

    355893 byte




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



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