Electric Machines: Principles, Applications and Control Schematics

The purpose of this revision to Electric Machines: Principles, Applications, and Control Schematics is threefold:
1. To update the technical data and applications of the electrical equipment discussed (transformers, motors, controls, and energy reduction per unit output) since the first printing.
2. To both expand upon and further simplify the basic concepts of electrical engineering. For example, the basic law of nature (action is equal and opposite to reaction) is used in conjunction with Ohm's law in magnetic circuits to explain the principle of induction and the operation of transformers and electric machines. This revision expands on important concepts such as harmonics, induction currents, energy conservation, electrical safety, and others. These are summarized in a tabular form for easy understanding, review, and industrial usage. Where possible, all concepts are illustrated graphically.
3. To provide detailed additional information in the web section on programming logic controllers (PLC), electrical safety, and energy conservation.
In summary, this book aims to describe and simplify the basic concepts of the design and operation of electric machines, to ease the transition from classroom work to that of the practicing engineer, and to give an efficient start to those who will find themselves in engineering departments of industrial or commercial enterprises.
The following list is a brief summary of the chapter contents, together with a
description of corresponding web chapters.