Electrical Engineering Measuring Instruments for Commercial and Laboratory (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

George Dudley Aspinall Parr

9780484631853: Electrical Engineering Measuring Instruments for Commercial and Laboratory (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0484631853 ISBN 13: 9780484631853

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Mastering Electrical Measuring Instruments for Engineers and Students

Discover how current, voltage, power, and energy are precisely measured with a classic reference on instrument design and use. This book explains the four underlying principles—electromagnetic, electrostatic, thermal, and chemical—behind modern meters, and how they apply to both direct and alternating currents. It connects theory to practice with a clear look at common instrument types and their strengths, limitations, and sources of error.

From the history and development of measurement tools to concrete guidance on reading, selecting, and using instruments, this volume offers a practical framework for technicians, students, and practicing engineers. It highlights how measuring devices evolved alongside electrical technology and why accurate instruments are essential to the industry’s progress.

Clear classification of measuring instruments by core operating principles
Insider-style discussion of moving-needle, moving-coil, induction, and hot-wire types
Practical notes on errors, shielding, and minimizing heating effects
Examples of representative instruments and their real-world applications

Ideal for readers building foundational knowledge in electrical measurement or seeking a dependable reference on measurement tools and techniques.

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