Straight forward list of some common motor faults.  If I have missed any other common faults, please take a bit of time to add them in as a comment below...

In an earlier note on the site [Photovoltaic (PV) - Electrical Calculations], the theory of solar (PV) cell calculations was introduced.  In particular...

Modelica is an open source (free) software language for modelling complex systems. Having never used it before, I thought I would download a development...

If you at all familiar with programs like office and outlook, then adding and editing posts is pretty straightforward and intuitive.  However, there are...

This morning I was explaining how differential protection works to a junior engineer. To give him something to read I opened up the NPAG (Network Protection...

The new standard IEC 61439 replaces the old 60439. Compared to the old standard, the new 61439 is a more clearly defined and takes into account the assembly...

GE have put together a time-lapse video shown flight take-off and landings at some airports. An interesting view:

When selecting a cable, the performance of the cable under fault conditions is an important consideration. It is important that calculations be carried...

The fundamental component of any analogue computer is the operational amplifier, or op amp. An operational amplifier (often called an op-amp,) is a high...

Everything physical in electrical engineering from insulations to conductors revolves around materials. Here we are listing common materials along with...