Newnes electrical power engineer’s handbook

D.F. Warne0750662689, 9780750662680, 9781423742432

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

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Table of contents :
Cover……Page 1
Half Title Page……Page 4
Title Page……Page 6
Copyright……Page 7
Contents……Page 8
Acknowledgements……Page 20
1. Introduction……Page 22
2.2 Electromagnetic fields……Page 26
2.3 Circuits……Page 34
2.4 Energy and power……Page 43
References……Page 48
3.2 Magnetic materials……Page 50
3.3 Insulating materials……Page 60
3.4 Conducting materials……Page 70
Acknowledgement……Page 81
References……Page 82
4.1 Introduction……Page 84
4.2 Pressure……Page 86
4.3 Flow……Page 91
4.4 Temperature……Page 97
4.5 Position……Page 101
4.6 Level……Page 106
4.7 Weighing and force……Page 109
4.8 Acceleration and speed……Page 113
4.9 Current……Page 115
4.10 HART and Fieldbus……Page 116
4.11 Data acquisition……Page 117
4.12 Installation notes……Page 123
5.2 Main generator types……Page 126
5.3 Principles of operation……Page 128
5.4 The Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR)……Page 139
5.5 Brushless excitation……Page 140
5.6 Construction……Page 147
5.7 Rating and specification……Page 151
5.8 Testing……Page 153
5.9 Standards……Page 154
6.1 Principles of operation……Page 156
6.2 Main features of construction……Page 160
6.3 Main classes of transformer……Page 175
6.4 Rating principles……Page 182
6.5 Test methods……Page 183
6.6 Commissioning, maintenance and repair……Page 187
6.7 Standards……Page 188
7.1 Introduction……Page 190
7.2 Principles of operation……Page 191
7.3 Low-voltage switchgear……Page 193
7.4 Medium-voltage (distribution) switchgear……Page 205
7.5 High-voltage (transmission) switchgear……Page 218
7.6 DC switchgear……Page 228
References……Page 238
8.1 Protection and co-ordination……Page 240
8.2 Fuses……Page 242
8.3 Protection relays……Page 254
References……Page 266
9.2 Principles of power cable design……Page 268
9.3 Main classes of cable……Page 274
9.4 Parameters and test methods……Page 284
9.5 Optical communication cables……Page 288
9.6 Standards……Page 297
References……Page 299
10.1 Introduction……Page 300
10.2 The direct current (DC) motor……Page 301
10.3 The cage induction motor……Page 305
10.5 The ac synchronous motor……Page 311
10.6 The brushless servomotor……Page 312
10.8 The switched reluctance motor……Page 314
10.9 Mechanical and duty cycle considerations……Page 316
10.10 Drive power circuits……Page 318
10.11 Effects of semiconductor power converters……Page 328
10.12 The commercial drive……Page 330
10.13 Standards……Page 332
References……Page 333
11.2 Diode converters……Page 334
11.3 Active devices……Page 344
11.4 Principles of switching circuits……Page 345
11.5 High-frequency power supplies……Page 353
References……Page 359
12.1 Introduction……Page 360
12.2 Primary cells……Page 361
12.3 Secondary cells based upon aqueous electrolytes……Page 367
12.4 Secondary lithium ion cells……Page 376
12.5 Fuel cells……Page 377
12.6 Battery charging……Page 380
12.7 Battery monitoring……Page 388
12.8 Installation, testing and commissioning……Page 392
12.9 Operation and maintenance……Page 393
12.10 Standards……Page 394
References……Page 395
13.2 Generation……Page 396
13.3 Transmission……Page 397
13.4 Distribution……Page 406
13.6 Future trends……Page 410
References……Page 411
14.1 Power quality……Page 412
14.2 Electromagnetic compatibility……Page 418
14.3 Standards……Page 434
References……Page 435
15.2 EU directives……Page 436
15.4 Area classification……Page 437
15.5 Hazardous area equipment……Page 440
15.6 Equipment selection……Page 444
15.7 Equipment installation……Page 445
15.8 Inspection and maintenance……Page 453
References……Page 456
16.1 Injuries from electricity……Page 458
16.2 Precautions against electric shock and contact burn injuries……Page 461
16.4 Precautions against fire……Page 465
16.6 Preventive maintenance and safe systems of work……Page 466
16.7 Standards……Page 468
References……Page 469
Index……Page 470