At the end of this lesson, you will be able to describe the design and function of several different types of AC induction motors. • Identify two main categories of AC induction motors • List the basic components of an AC induction motor and its functions • Discuss the operating characteristics of single-phase AC induction motors • Compare the design and function of the following pairs of motors: – A single-phase AC induction motor and a three-phase AC induction motor – A standard three-phase motor and a wound rotor three-phase motor – A standard squirrel cage three-phase induction motor and a three-phase wound rotor AC induction motor
