A Hartnell governor has its controlling force (Fc) given by Fc = ar + b, where r is the radius of rotation and a and b are constants. The governor becomes isochronous when
a is +ve and b = 0
a = 0 and b is +ve
a is +ve and b is -ve
a is +ve and b is also +ve
Correct Answer :
A. a is +ve and b = 0
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