Principles of Electric Machines with Power Electronic Applications

A thoroughly updated introduction to electric machines andadjustable speed drives

All machines have power requirements, and finding the right balanceof economy and performance can be a challenge to engineers.Principles of Electric Machines with Power Electronic Applicationsprovides a thorough grounding in the principles of electricmachines and the closely related area of power electronics andadjustable speed drives. Designed for both students andprofessionals seeking a foundation in the fundamental structure ofmodern-day electric power systems from a technical perspective, this lucid, succinct guide has been completely revised and updatedto cover:
* The fundamental underpinnings of electromechanical energyconversion devices
* Transformers
* Induction machines
* Synchronous machines
* DC machines
* Power electronic components, systems, and their applications toadjustable speed drives


Enhanced by numerous solved problems, sample examinations and testsets, and computer-based solutions assisted by MATLAB scripts, thisnew edition of Principles of Electric Machines with PowerElectronic Applications serves equally well as a practicalreference and a handy self-study guide to help engineers maintaintheir professional edge in this essential field.