Fundamental electrical engineering concepts and theory
When selecting a generator, there are inherent limits on the active and reactive power which can be delivered. Generators are normally sized for a certain...
IEEE TV has a part series of videos on wind power and it's implication. For a really good overview to the technologies and issues around wind power, these...
This article gives an introduction to IEEE 485 method for the selection and calculation of battery capacity.
Using software in our work is essential for most of us and we are becoming even more dependant on it's use. While software is a great asset, many times...
If you want to check a circuit is dead (not live), you should always use the three point method. First check a known live circuit, then check the dead...
Years ago I was told that you should always try to write the best report you can. Many years later I still think on this as one of the better pieces of...
How often installations are inspected is up to the owner of the installation, provided such durations do not exceed any regulatory maximums in force. ...
The following tables provide quick order of magnitude fault levels for a a range of typical low voltage situations.
When sizing cables, the heat generated by losses within any sheath or armour need to be evaluated. When significant, it becomes a factor to be considered...
Various arguments exist around SF6 Gas Insulated (GIS) and Air Insulated (AIS) medium voltage switchgear. Recently we had to change a GIS design to AI...
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