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As shown in the illustration, if one of the port propulsion motor synchroconverters experienced a failure while underway, how would the system be configured to resume the voyage? See illustration EL-0164.

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Study how the synchroconverters connect between the propulsion transformers and the port propulsion motor stator windings in EL-0164. • Think about the purpose of a synchroconverter (converting fixed‑frequency bus power to controlled voltage/frequency for propulsion speed control). • Look for any cross‑connections or bypass paths in the diagram that would allow power to be rerouted if one synchroconverter fails.

💭 Think About

• From the illustration, does each stator winding appear to have its own dedicated synchroconverter, or can one converter be switched to feed both windings? • If you bypass a failed synchroconverter and feed the motor directly from the propulsion transformer, what happens to variable‑speed control and motor protection? • If only one synchroconverter remains in service, what is the most realistic way the ship could continue the voyage: full power, reduced power, or no power on that motor? Why?

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify whether the one‑line diagram shows any switchgear or bus ties that let a single synchroconverter feed both stator windings. • Check if there is any direct connection from the propulsion transformer to the motor that does NOT pass through a synchroconverter. • Confirm whether the layout suggests independent, redundant paths to the motor or a configuration that requires both converters simultaneously for normal full‑power operation.

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