Principles of Direct Current Machines (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Alexander S. Langsdorf

 
9780266318651: Principles of Direct Current Machines (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Explore the engineering of direct current machines and their real‑world power systems.

This book distills how generators and motors work, from core concepts to practical regulation and control.

Delving into the analytical theory, it shows how armature reactions, demagnetizing effects, and booster actions influence performance. It also covers practical arrangements for lighting, railway motors, and multi‑unit generating sets, including methods to manage load distribution and automatic voltage control.
  • How the line current interacts with shunt and series windings in different machine types
  • The role of boosters, balancers, and three‑wire distribution systems in balancing load
  • How voltage regulation works in practice, including automatic regulators like the Tirrill device
  • Strategies for safe operation and protection in complex generator systems
Ideal for readers seeking a clear, practical grounding in direct current machines and their use in early electrical power networks.

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