Power systems theory - generation, transmissions and distribution
Many medium voltage (MV) indoor switchgear rooms exist worldwide. The complexity of these rooms varies considerably depending on location, function and...
Lead acid batteries are cost effect and reliable, making them suitable for many applications.This note examines topics of interest associated with the...
Circuit breakers are switching devices whose primary function is to isolate parts of an electrical distribution system in the even of abnormal conditions...
We have had the Wiki with us for a long time now, but at last I have decided to say bye bye – more details on why below.
I've been considering a blog on the 110 or 230 Volt issue for a while. While browsing the Internet I came across a great summary by Borat over at engineering...
When selecting a cable, the performance of the cable under fault conditions is an important consideration. It is important that calculations be carried...
Over recent years the Lithium Ion battery has become popular in applications requiring high power densities with small weight and footprint. Today Lithium...
Modelica is an open source (free) software language for modelling complex systems. Having never used it before, I thought I would download a development...
Often document control is dictated by project requirements, for example a particular organisation may have an existing numbering system. Existing company...
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...
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