Definition of Autotransformer. Meaning of Autotransformer. Synonyms of Autotransformer

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Definition of Autotransformer

Autotransformer
Autotransformer Au`to*trans*form"er, n. [Auto- + transformer.] (Elec.) A transformer in which part of the primary winding is used as a secondary winding, or vice versa; -- called also a compensator or balancing coil.

Meaning of Autotransformer from wikipedia

- In electrical engineering, an autotransformer is an electrical transformer with only one winding. The "auto" (Gr**** for "self") prefix refers to the single...
- (1993). "Why the 2*25 kV alternative? (autotransformer traction supply)". IEE Colloquium on 50kV Autotransformer Traction Supply Systems - the French Experience:...
- the winding coils of an autotransformer, and making the secondary connection through a sliding carbon brush, an autotransformer with a near-continuously...
- long flexible cables could be used on the rotor instead. Variable autotransformers (trade name "Variac") were then introduced. While they are still nearly...
- soft starting of induction motors. The circuit uses a three-phase autotransformer and three three-phase switches. This motor starting method has been...
- automatically selecting different power taps on the autotransformer. Depending on the design, changing the autotransformer tap can cause a very brief output power...
- remote antenna tuner attached directly to the antenna. Transformers, autotransformers, and baluns are sometimes incorporated into the design of narrow band...
- also make an autotransformer from an ordinary transformer by cross-wiring the primary and secondary windings. Baluns made with autotransformer windings are...
- system: Autotransformer feeder station (ATFS) instead of FS Mid-point autotransformer site (MPATS) instead of MPTSC Sectioning autotransformer site (SATS)...
- with a series inductor, so an autotransformer winding is included in the ballast to step up the voltage. The autotransformer is designed with enough leakage...