ISRO Mechanical & Aerospace 2008 - Question 10

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Topic: Basic Electrical Engineering

For traction applications, the type of motor best suited is

  • A. Induction motor
  • B. Synchronous motor
  • C. DC shunt motor
  • D. DC series motor

Answer: D. DC series motor

Explanation: DC series motors have a high initial torque, making them best suited for traction applications.

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