Explain the function of the following parts of an electric motor

Magnetic Effects of Current (10)

Explain the function of the following parts of an electric motor.

  1. Armature
  2. Brushes
  3. Split ring 

Answer

  1. Function of armature: Enhances the power of the motor/ induces motion.
  2. Function of brushes: Helps easy transfer of charge between the coil and the external circuit.
  3. Function of split rings: Reverses the direction of current after each half rotation of the coil so that the coil can keep rotating continuously.
Exam Year: 2018