This is the second half of a two-part article discussing principles and application of the AC induction motors that provide motive power for most of the equipment HVACR engineers specify. In March, we ...

A synchronous and synchronous motors are the two main categories of ac motors. The induction motor is a common form of asynchronous motor and is basically an ac transformer with a rotating secondary.

INDIANAPOLIS — In my last Home Zone, I showed you how to change out a capacitor in your air conditioner. That $15 part and 15 minutes of work saved me about $300 off an estimated repair bill. This ...