Electrical Engineering ⇒ Topic : Electric braking and its types

ELECTRIC BRAKING

Electric braking of motors can be broadly classified as

1. Electro-mechanical             2. Electrical.

• Electro-mechanical Brakes

Electro-mechanical or friction brakes are operated by electro-magnets or electric-operated thyristors.

The disadvantage associated with electro-mechanical brakes is the sudden braking force and accompanying application of shock to the machine.

• Electric Brakes

1. Plugging or counter current braking

2. Rheostatic or dynamic braking

3. Regenerative braking