Fundamental electrical engineering concepts and theory
A quick post in connection with an email question: Live Tank - the circuit breaker the switching unit is located in an insulator bushing which is live...
IEC 60287 "Calculation of the continuous current rating of cables (100% load factor)" is the International Standard which defines the procedures and equations...
Cable insulation is used to provide electrical separation between conductors of a cable. During the historical development of cables, numerous types...
Fault calculations are one of the most common types of calculation carried out during the design and analysis of electrical systems. These calculations...
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...
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...
Variable frequency drives are widely used to control the speed of ac motors. This note looks at the mechanisms which enable drive units to control the...
A single phase system is perhaps the most common type of system most people are familiar with. This is what people have in their homes and what appliances...
GE have put together a time-lapse video shown flight take-off and landings at some airports. An interesting view:
Before the technical, some general information. E-ink display are found in a lot of e-readers, some mobile phones and similar devices and the intent is...
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