There are some advantages of induction generator which are given below.
The induction generator is smaller in size per kilowatt output power.
It needs less auxiliary equipment.
Parallel operation is possible without hunting.
The induction generator has self-protection feature. In the case of the short circuit, if a fault occurs on its terminals, the excitation fails, and the machine stops the generation itself.
There are some disadvantages of induction generator which are given below.
The major limitation of an induction generator is that it requires reactive volt-amperes from the auxiliary equipment.
There are some important applications of induction generator which are given below.
Induction generator is used to supply additional power to a load in a remote area that is being supplied by a weak transmission line.
It is used with the alternative energy sources, such as windmills or with energy recovery systems in the industrial processes.
