Systems, methods, and devices, for electrical machines having variable operating characteristics

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments of this disclosure include an electrical machine comprising windings (W) each divided into a plurality of sections (1-4) and a mechanical switch (12) having a plurality of switches (C1-Cn). Each switch (C1-Cn) comprises first and second portions (120, 121) which are displaceable relative to each other between first and second switching positions to respectively connect a first winding section (1-4) of windings WIN in series and/or in parallel with a second winding section of windings WIN. An actuator is provided for actuating for displacing the portions (120, 121) of each switch relative to each other between their first and second positions. The displacement of the portion can alter the operating characteristics of the electrical machine.

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