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TERMINAL OBJECTIVE

1.0 Given a block diagram, DESCRIBE the operation of a typical voltage regulator.

ENABLING OBJECTIVES

1.1 STATE the purpose for voltage regulation equipment.

1.2 Given a block diagram of a typical voltage regulator, DESCRIBE the function of each of the following components:

a. Sensing circuit

b. Reference circuit

c. Comparison circuit

d. Amplification circuit(s)

e. Signal output circuit

f. Feedback circuit

VOLTAGE REGULATORS

Because the voltage from an AC generator varies as the output load and power factor change, a voltage regulator circuit is necessary to permit continuity of the desired output voltage.

EO 1.1STATE the purpose for voltage regulation equipment.

EO 1.2Given a block diagram of a typical voltage regulator, DESCRIBE the function of each of the following components:

a. Sensing circuit

b. Reference circuit

c. Comparison circuit

d. Amplification circuit(s)

e. Signal output circuit

f. Feedback circuit