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Newnes Electrical Power Engineer's Handbook
2nd Edition - June 2, 2005
Editor: D.F. Warne
Language: English
Hardback ISBN:9780750662680
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eBook ISBN:9780080479699
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The second edition of this popular engineering reference book, previously titles Newnes Electrical Engineer’s Handbook, provides a basic understanding of the underlying theory an…Read more
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The second edition of this popular engineering reference book, previously titles Newnes Electrical Engineer’s Handbook, provides a basic understanding of the underlying theory and operation of the major classes of electrical equipment.
With coverage including the key principles of electrical engineering and the design and operation of electrical equipment, the book uses clear descriptions and logical presentation of data to explain electrical power and its applications. Each chapter is written by leading professionals and academics, and many sections conclude with a summary of key standards.
The new edition is updated in line with recent advances in EMC, power quality and the structure and operation of power systems, making Newnes Electrical Power Engineer’s Handbook an invaluable guide for today’s electrical power engineer.
A unique, concise reference book with contributions from eminent professionals in the field
Provides straightforward and practical explanations, plus key information needed by engineers on a day-to-day basis
Includes a summary of key standards at the end of each chapter
Technical engineers, engineering management and professional engineers who have a direct stake in electrical power plant and processes. Undergraduate and postgraduate electrical engineering students on electrical power engineering courses
Acknowledgements
1. Introduction
2. Principles of electrical engineering
3. Materials for electrical engineering
4. Measurements and instrumentation
5. Generators
6. Transformers
7. Switchgear
8. Fuses and protection relays
9. Wires and Cables
10. Motors, motor control and drives
11. Power electronic circuits and devices
12. Batteries and fuel cells
13. The power system
14. Power quality and electromagnetic compatibility
15. Electricity and potentially explosive atmospheres
16. Principles of electrical safety
Index
No. of pages: 480
Language: English
Edition: 2
Published: June 2, 2005
Imprint: Newnes
Hardback ISBN: 9780750662680
eBook ISBN: 9780080479699
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D.F. Warne
REMaCS: Consultancy and engineering support in the design, testing and performance of rotating electrical machinery, Bromsgrove, UK
Affiliations and expertise
REMaCS Engineering Consultancy, Bromsgrove, UK
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