Drives
What is Energy Recovery?
Definition
The process of capturing kinetic or potential energy during motor braking and returning it to the power supply. Energy recovery systems reduce electricity costs and heat generation in applications with frequent stopping cycles.
Related Terms
Regenerative Braking
A braking method where the motor acts as a generator, converting kinetic energy ...
Active Front End
A regenerative input stage on a drive that uses IGBTs instead of diodes to contr...
Regenerative Drive
A drive with an active front end capable of returning braking energy to the main...
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