Speed control methods for induction motors

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Various methods like V/F control, rotor resistance control, and vector control are used for speed control of induction motors.

V/F control method varies the frequency and voltage supplied to the motor to control its speed.
Rotor resistance control method involves inserting external resistance in the rotor circuit to control the speed.
Vector control method uses advanced algorithms to control the speed and torque of the motor.
Pulse width modulation (PWM) technique is used in some methods to control the voltage and frequency supplied to the motor.
Variable speed drives (VSD) are commonly used for speed control of induction motors.
Speed control can also be achieved by changing the number of poles in the stator winding.
The choice of speed control method depends on the application and the required level of precision and efficiency.

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