How are harmonics produced in AC machines?

Answer Posted / raju

Harmonics are any “Non-Linear” Current or Voltage in an electrical distribution system. They are commonly produced by devices that rectifies AC Voltage into a DC Voltage like VFD, Lighting, and Computer.

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