Correct Answer : Option (A) : 120°
Explanation : In the 120 mode of operation, there is a 60° interval between turning off of T1 and turning on of T4 (or any two SCRs belonging to the same leg), hence SCRs are commutated safely.
Correct Answer : both inverter and rectifier
Explanation : Rectifier to converter the dc from the battery to ac. Inverter to charge the battery from mains.
Correct Answer : smaller conductor size
Explanation : The conductor size is smaller as there is no sink effect, and the whole conductor is utilized for transmitting power.
Correct Answer : Chopper
Explanation : SMPS (Switching mode power supply) are based on the chopper principle. The output dc voltage is controlled by varying the duty cycle of the chopper circuit.