The most efficient torque — producing actuating structure for induction — type relay is:

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The most efficient torque — producing actuating structure for induction — type relay is: induction-cup structure

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Last Answer : Answer: D

Description : In induction type directional over current relay the driving torque is due to interaction of magnetic fields derived from (A) current in the potential coil (B) both voltage and current in the ... (C) directional element and non-directional element (D) non-directional element and the trip circuit

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Last Answer : d

Description : If the fault current is 6000 A, the relay plug setting is 150% and the CT ratio is 400/5, the plug setting multiplier will be

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