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Title: Brush potential curve tracer

Patent ·
OSTI ID:866345

A device for analyzing commutating characteristics of a motor or generator includes a holder for supporting a plurality of probes adjacent a brush of the motor or generator. Measurements of electrical current characteristics in each of the probes provides information useful in analyzing operation of the machine. Methods for employing a device in accordance with the invention are also disclosed.

Research Organization:
Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory (KAPL), Niskayuna, NY (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC12-76SN00052
Assignee:
United States of America as represented by United States (Washington, DC)
Patent Number(s):
US 4687990
OSTI ID:
866345
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English