Fundamental electrical engineering concepts and theory
This post is quick introduction and overview to different railway electrification voltages used in answer to a question sent in via email. While there...
If you are wondering what happened to our cable notes, the short answer is that we have moved them to myCableEngineering.com. The "Knowledge Base" at...
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 article gives an introduction to IEEE 485 method for the selection and calculation of battery capacity.
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...
ABB has produced a range of technical guides that offer concise explanations of the major technologies and technical issues in low voltage AC drives. ...
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...
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...
Cable insulation is used to provide electrical separation between conductors of a cable. During the historical development of cables, numerous types...
This is the second post in a series of two on periodic electrical inspections. In the first post, I discussed how often inspections should be carried out...
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