Rewinding of a Single Phase Induction Motor
Student: Kevin Chidubem Chikezie (Project, 2025)
Department of Electrical /Electronics Engineering
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
Abstract
This study investigates the rewinding of single-phase induction motors to enhancetheir performance with an emphasis on efficiency, power factor, and operationalstability. While a three-winding configuration was initially proposed, only theconventional two-winding structure was successfully implemented and analyzed dueto technical challenges. Using Ansys Maxwell RMxprt simulations and experimentaltesting, including load and no-load assessments, the rewound motor showedimprovements, achieving a power factor of 0.97 and an efficiency of 73.85% underreal testing conditions. Challenges included power supply instability and motorstartup issues in the three winding experimental setups. These findings highlight thepotential of rewinding as a practical, cost-effective strategy to enhance motorperformance. Future work is recommended to explore advanced materials andmodular winding approaches, aiming for even greater efficiency and adaptability insingle-phase induction motors for both domestic and industrial applications.
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- Abdul-Gusau Polytechnic, Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State 3
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 27
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State 72
- Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State 3
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Bauchi State 16
- Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi State. (affiliated To Atbu Bauchi) 1
- Achievers University, Owo, Ondo State 6
- Adamawa State University, Mubi, Adamawa State 8
- Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State 30
- Adeleke University, Ede, Osun State 1