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AC Drives Overview
Martech
Updated Jul 04, 2025
What you'll learn
- Describe a typical AC drive and its operation
- Discuss the concept of reducing motor speed
- Identify the two main parts of an AC drive
- Describe functions of rectifier, inverter, and controls
Course Description
Upon completion of this lesson, you will understand the basic designs, purposes, and applications for AC drive devices.
• Describe a typical AC drive and explain i ts operation
• Discuss the fundamental concept of reducing motor speed
• Identify the two main parts of an AC drive
• Describe the functions of each of the following components:
– Rectifier assembly
– Inverter
– Controls
