Practical Calculation of Transmission Lines: For Distribution of Direct and Alternating Currents by Means of Overhead, Underground, and Interior Wires for Purposes of Light, Power, and Traction (Class - Hardcover

L. W. Rosenthal

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266414672 ISBN 13: 9780266414674

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Master practical methods to design and evaluate transmission lines with speed and accuracy.

This reference gathers direct methods, tables, and text to simplify calculating overhead, underground, and interior wire systems for light, power, and traction. It presents a unified approach to direct-current and alternating-current problems, with an emphasis on rapid, reliable results.

This edition explains how to apply formulas across configurations, temperatures, conductors, and loads. It showcases a novel approach to AC transmission and provides extensive tables to support quick decisions in real-world settings. The content is shaped for engineers who need dependable calculations, not theoretical speculation.

• Direct-current and alternating-current transmission topics covered for light, power, and traction.
• Practical formulas, tables, and examples that support rapid, accurate calculations.
• Discussion of wire factors, temperature effects, and conductor properties to inform design choices.
• Guidance on choosing wire sizes, voltage levels, and system layouts for overhead, underground, and interior wiring.

Ideal for engineers, technicians, and students seeking a solid, computation-focused reference in early 20th‑century transmission work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266414672
• ISBN 13: 9780266414674
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 109