In an induction motor if the rotor is locked, then the rotor frequency of the induction motor will be:

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  1. zero
  2. equal to supply frequency
  3. less than supply frequency 
  4. more than supply frequency

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Option 2 : equal to supply frequency
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Rotor Frequency in an Induction Motor:

The frequency of the rotor current in an induction motor, also known as the rotor frequency, is dependent on the slip of the motor. Slip (s) is defined as the difference between the synchronous speed (Ns) and the actual rotor speed (Nr), expressed as a fraction of the synchronous speed:

s = (Ns - Nr) / Ns

The rotor frequency (fr) is given by:

fr = s × fs

Where,

  • fr = Rotor frequency
  • s = Slip
  • fs = Supply frequency
     

Condition of Locked Rotor:

When the rotor is locked, it means that the rotor is not rotating (Nr = 0). In this condition, the slip (s) is equal to 1 because the rotor speed is zero:

s = (Ns - 0) / Ns

s = 1

Therefore, the rotor frequency (fr) is:

fr = 1 × fs

fr = fs

Conclusion:

The correct answer is:

2) equal to supply frequency

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