Power Engineering

Applications of rotor dynamics are associated with important energy industry machinery, such as generators and wind turbines, as well as airplane engines and propellers. This book presents techniques that employ the finite element method for modeling and computation of forces associated with the rot..

Exploring the myriad issues that surround distributed generation, this book gives engineers and energy business developers an opportunity to gain a broad understanding of the new energy landscape. With contributions from top experts in their fields, the book addresses virtually every aspect of this ..

This book explains the basic theory behind transformers in the solar power arena and describes the development, manufacture, and sale of distributed photovoltaic grid transformers, which help boost the electric DC voltage harnessed by a photovoltaic panel to a higher level. Containing real-life scen..

Integrating technical and economic analysis, Electric Energy Systems presents an updated look at electric generation and transmission systems that addresses diverse regulatory issues. This book provides an in-depth analysis of fundamental background topics, such as load flow, short circuit analysis,..

Written as a textbook and a reference, this book provides readers with an in-depth view of the principles of the operation of electric machines and drives and their simulation and optimization using a balanced combination of physical insight and mathematics. It serves as a comprehensive reference on..

The electric relay is one of the most frequently used devices in modern technological systems, yet broad information is difficult to locate. There are so many types that most engineers are familiar with only a limited number of relays applicable to very specific devices. This book contains a complet..

Updated to reflect modern trends, Mohamed El-Hawary's Electrical Energy Systems, Second Edition shifts the teaching of electrical energy and electric power toward a sustainable paradigm...

This book is a comprehensive introductory text on electrical power, encompassing generation, electrical machines, motors, electrical materials, etc. David Tyler's approach is designed for independent or classroom study, with plenty of learning checks and activities throughout. The content is designe..

This book prepares students for engineering degrees, diplomas, Associate Member of the Institution of Engineers (AMIE) examinations, or corresponding examinations in electrical power systems. Complete with case studies, worked examples, and circuit schematic diagrams, this comprehensive text provide..

This review is supposed to supply to the reader the necessary facts to judge where we stand today in terms of the energy crisis, and what has to be done to save humanity from a catastrophic energy shortage...

This work describes various energy harvesting technologies, different topologies, and many types of power electronic interfaces for stand-alone utilization or grid connection of energy harvesting applications. Along with providing all the necessary concepts and theoretical background, the authors de..

This book deals with the concerns of everyone involved with the use of energy in buildings. It is written principle for those with a direct professional interest in the energy performance of buildings...