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Slip rings??????

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What is a slip ring . . how does it work . . .. . is its function different from a split ring???? Plz answer
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The split ring causes the direction of the magnetic field in the armature to change as the motor rotates. If it wasn't there the motor wouldn't rotate.

A slip ring is used in AC generator which causes the direction of the magnetic field to change with the AC waveform.

(edit: typo)
 
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Well a split ring also conveys the induced e.m.f to the external circuit in an a.c. gen.!
 
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