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Newnes Electrical Engineer's Handbook

Newnes Electrical Engineer's Handbook is a unique, concise reference book with each chapter written by leading professionals and academics working currently in the field. A wealth… Read more

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Description

Newnes Electrical Engineer's Handbook is a unique, concise reference book with each chapter written by leading professionals and academics working currently in the field. A wealth of information is clearly presented and logically arranged for ease of reference. The Handbook is designed to provide all the key data and information needed by engineers, technicians and students on a day-to-day basis, with the world class contributors bringing their insights and experience to bear on the key issues and challenges readers will face.The subjects covered embrace the whole field of electrical engineering, ranging from principles to power systems, including: motors and drives; switchgear; instrumentation; power electronics; and EMC. For managers and non-specialists, or specialists seeking knowledge outside their field, Newnes Electrical Engineer's Handbook is an essential tool.The subjects covered embrace the whole field of electrical engineering, ranging from principles to power systems, including: motors and drives; switchgear; instrumentation; power electronics; and EMC. For managers and non-specialists, or specialists seeking knowledge outside their field, Newnes Electrical Engineer's Handbook is an essential tool.

Key features

· Contributions from eminent professionals· Packed full of useful data· Essential resource for practising electrical engineers

Readership

Professionals - technician engineers, engineering management and professional engineers who need knowledge of other electrical engineering disciplines.Secondary market - potential undergraduate sales. Also some FE potential at Higher National level rather than GNVQ

Table of contents

Preface; Introduction; Principles of electrical engineering; Materials for electrical engineering; Measurement and instrumentation; Generators; Transformers and tap changers; Switchgear; Fuses and protection relays; Wires and cables; Motors, motor control and drives; Static power supplies; Batteries and fuel cells; Electroheat; Power systems; Electromagnetic compatibility; Hazardous area equipment; Index.

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About the author

DW

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