Practical guidance for electrical engineers and artisans dealing with direct, alternating, and polyphase currents.
A concise, non‑theoretical handbook that presents practical circuits, connections, and explanations for power generation, motor control, and switchboard systems.
This edition focuses on hands‑on methods and diagrams that illuminate how direct and alternating currents are used in real machines. It covers a wide range of topics from simple dynamos and motors to complex tramway circuits and polyphase arrangements, all with an emphasis on usable knowledge for practitioners.
What you’ll experience
- Clear, diagram‑backed explanations of series, shunt, and compound machines and how they operate in practical circuits.
- Step‑by‑step guidance on wiring, testing, and securing correct polarity and motor direction.
- Illustrated sections on electric traction, controllers, boosters, and multi‑wire power systems.
- Applications and problem‑solving techniques for real‑world electrical power and control setups.
Ideal for readers who work with electrical plant, tramways, and workshop practice, or who are preparing for relevant examinations with a practical bent.