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What is a Commutator?

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Akash Tiwari asked 4 years ago
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Akash Tiwari answered 4 years ago

The device which converts the alternating induced emf of a generator to the DC emf is called Commutator. In the case of the motor, it produces unidirectional torque.

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Chetan answered 4 years ago

Commutator converts ac supply into DC supply in case of motor. In case of generator, it converts dc supply into ac supply.