Fundamental electrical engineering concepts and theory
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...
Most installations involve some form of lightning protection system which is connected to an earth electrode. The function of the earth electrode is to...
For the past few years I have reading eBooks on my HTC touch phone. On and off I have debated buying an eReader and recently purchased a Sony PRS-300 ...
Alternating current (a.c.) is the backbone of modern electrical power distribution. In this article I’ll be pulling some of the more important concepts...
Motor starting and its associated problems are well-known to many people who have worked on large industrial processes. However, these things are, of course...
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...
ABB has produced a range of technical guides that offer concise explanations of the major technologies and technical issues in low voltage AC drives. ...
I have been thinking recently that there appears to be less professional integrity around than when I first started my career in electrical engineering...
Photovoltaic (PV) cells (sometimes called solar cells) convert solar energy into electrical energy. Every year more and more PV systems are installed...
Collection of links to various places with useful motor information. I’ll try and return to the page every now and again to update it with any motor notes...
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