What is the effect of adding resistance to the stator winding of an induction motor?

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12 Sept 2018
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Introducing resistance into the stator circuit of an induction motor results in a reduction of the starting torque. This is because the added resistance limits the current flow during startup, thereby lowering the torque produced at that stage.

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