Elementary Electrical Calculations (Classic Reprint)

William Henry Nichols James, D. L. Sands

ISBN 10: 133008828X / ISBN 13: 9781330088289

Published by Forgotten Books, 2022

About this Item

Print on Demand. This book provides an introduction to electrical calculations for students and engineers, building upon basic electrical principles to demonstrate how electrical quantities are interconnected. It offers practical guidance on calculating resistance, current, voltage, and power, deriving and applying Ohm's law to tackle real-world electrical problems. Through worked examples and questions, the book reinforces the theoretical concepts, helping readers develop their problem-solving skills. The author delves into electrical units, explaining their importance in expressing and measuring electrical quantities. The book also explores the relationship between resistance and temperature, emphasizing the significance of temperature effects in electrical engineering applications. By studying this book, readers will gain a strong grasp of electrical calculations, equipping them to analyze, design, and troubleshoot electrical systems effectively. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Elementary Electrical Calculations (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2022
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 133008828X
• ISBN 13: 9781330088289
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Electronics

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Synopsis

Master the building blocks of electrical calculations with a clear, proven approach.

This classic text presents foundational concepts through worked examples and student-focused guidance, helping beginners gain confidence in electrical calculations.

This edition compiles essential topics for first- and second-year electrical engineering studies. It introduces units, Ohm’s law, resistance, power and work, energy conversion, and related topics, all explained with practical calculations and worked problems. Answers to examples are included to reinforce understanding and accuracy.

• Clear explanations of fundamental and derived units in both CGS and English systems
• Step-by-step application of Ohm’s law and calculations of resistance, current, and voltage
• Practical problems on power, energy, and efficiency with worked solutions
• Structured chapters covering transmission, distribution, electro-chemistry, and photometry for a broad foundation

Ideal for readers starting their study of electrical design and calculations, or anyone needing a solid grounding in core concepts and common calculation methods.