Electrical Power and Controls

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Based on the author's experience working with technicians directly on the factory floor in major industries, this handbook/reference covers all of the electronic technology found in modern industrial systems, going into the depth required to install, troubleshoot, and repair complex automation systems. Each stand-alone (but cross-referenced) chapter explores either an entire system or individual circuits and components that are used over and over in a large variety of complex systems. Features a large number of figures, diagrams, and pictures, and typical “Job Assignment”s, with solutions. Advanced Solid State Logic: Flip-Flops, Shift Registers, Counters and Timers. Programmable Controllers. Solid-State Devices Used to Control Power: SCRs, TRIACs and Power Transistors. Solid-State Devices Used for Firing Circuits. Photoelectronics, Lasers and Fiber Optics. Industrial Power Supplies, Inverters and Converters. Operational Amplifiers. Open-Loop and Closed-Loop Feedback Systems. Input Devices: Sensors, Transducers, and Transmitters for Measurement. Output Devices: Amplifiers, Valves, Relays, Variable-Frequency Drives, Stepper Motors and Servomotor Drives. AC and DC Motors and Generators, Transformers, and Three-Phase Electricity. Case Studies of Four Industrial Applications. Robots and Other Motion Control Systems. Motor-Control Devices and Circuits. Data Communications for Industrial Electronics. For Instrumentation and Process Control Technicians, PLC and Motion Control Technicians.

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Good addition to your motor control library.
Comprehensive book on motor control
Motor Control Electronics Handbook
good book on variable speed theory.

Motor Control Electronics Handbook
Richard Valentine
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ASIN: 0070668108

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This is a clear, up-to-the-minute guide to controlling all types of motors—with precise, adaptable intelligence. Featuring the latest in electronics technology, this expert-written guide gives you everything from the fundamentals to cutting-edge design tips, including real-life examples with software code. With this insider's guide to electronic control technology, you'll be ready to make motors work better now and into the future.

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Good addition to your motor control library........2002-01-30

Overall, the book presents fairly practical hardware solutions to motor controllers design from industrial, automotive, to appliances.
It is a good book for those doing motor controller designs. It covered power device protection well and author seems to have practical experience and says when he has or has not tried out circuits presented in the book.
For those doing a lot of detailed control algorithyms, like PID, adaptive etc., or firmware development, if you are using motorola microcontrollers, the example code works well, however since flow chart or description of algorithym is not presented, and is buried in the code example, you are out of luck. Also, I think if it expands to cover DSP, and multiaxis controllers, it would be great. More details on the actual applications of say
speed or torque control using position feedback like digital encoders may help those beginners in motor controls.
I agree with another reviewer that it is one of the better books on motor control electronics that is out there. Definitely, a good companion to a firmware book on controls or actual application notes on application of micro or dsp's in motor controls.

Comprehensive book on motor control.......2001-04-19

Excellent book covering all aspects of motor control. This book did a very good job of covering control electronics, intermediate drive electronics and power devices. In addition it covered distributed drive controllers, sources of noise, and design principals. It had examples of a range of motor drive types including AC, DC PM, brushless, etc. It relied a little too much on Motorola parts but all in all it was an excellent book and a valuable resource.

Motor Control Electronics Handbook.......1999-10-20

Motor Control Electronics Handbook by Richard Valentine(Editor

good book on variable speed theory........1999-05-09

I have been interested in electric motor controls for use in robotics for some time. This is the best book on the subject I have found so far. The book assumes you have a fairly complete knowledge of IGBTs, Mosfets and a solid background in electronics. Lacks important information on 3 phase, two phase, and single phase induction motor operation theory. Has good description of various problems produced by variable speed drives. There is a good theoretical overview of variable speed drive techniques.

Industrial Electronics (Basic Skills in Electricity & Electronics)

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Industrial Electronics (Basic Skills in Electricity & Electronics)
Frank D. Petruzella
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ASIN: 0028019962

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Designed to help prepare students for entry-level jobs in the electricity and electronics fields, Industrial Electronics provides a comprehensive introduction to industrial motors and controls. It includes thorough and up-to-date coverage of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other computer-controlled machines and processes.

Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control (Monographs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

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Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control(Monograph in El
Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control(Monograph in El

Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control (Monographs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering)
Peter Vas
Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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ASIN: 0198564651

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This is the first comprehensive book on sensorless high performance a.c. drives. It is essential reading for anyone interestred in acquiring a solid background on sensorless torque-controlled drives. It presents a detailed and unified treatment of sensorless vector-controlled and direct-torque controlled drive systems. It also discusses the applications of artificial intelligence to drives. Where possible, space vector theory is used and emphasis is laid on detailed mathematical and physical analysis. Sensorless drive schemes for different types of permanent magnet synchronous motors, synchronous reluctance motors, and induction motors are also presented. These include more than twenty vector drives e.g. five types of MRAS-based vector drives, and eleven types of direct-torque-controlled (DTC) drives, e.g. the ABB DTC drive. However, torque-controlled switched reluctance motor drives are also discussed due to their emerging importance. The book also covers various drive applications using artificial intelligence (fuzzy logic, neural networks, fuzzy-neural networks) and AI-based modelling of electrical machines. Finally, self-commissioning techniques are also discussed. This is a comprehensive thoroughly up-to-date, and self-contained book suitable for students at various levels, teachers, and industrial readership. Peter Vas is a Professor at the Department of Engineering at the University of Aberdeen, UK, where he is also the Head of the Intelligent Motion Control Group. His previous books published by Oxford University Press are extensively used worldwide.

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detailled information.......2001-05-16

this book isnt easy to read. the illustration could be better. but on the other hand it is full of very detailed information about control of various electrical maschines (with sensors, sensorless and DTC). it gives a complete introduction to the space vector theory. a short review of different electrical maschines is also present. a basic understand of electrical maschines whould by helpfull reading this book.

Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control(Monograph in El.......1999-12-18

En que consisten los controles de par para motores de corriente alterna, especialmente los que se implementan en variadores de frecuencia, que puedan ser acoplados a compresores de aire, amoníaco o bombas de extracción de agua de pozos. son aplicables este tipo de controles?

Sensorless Vector and Direct Torque Control(Monograph in El.......1999-12-18

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Electric Motors and Control Techniques
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Get greater flexibility, reliability, and reduced energy consumption from household appliances to automobiles. This book will show you how different types of motors operate and how electronic control devices can be used to improve efficiency in a wide range of applications. You'll get in-depth, updated coverage of: Electric motor control applications; dc and ac motors; Digital motors; Commutator-type motors; Noncommutator-types motors; Electric vehicles.

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A very useful survey.......2006-11-04

The author begins with plausible thought experiments that build to explain how common motors work. The remainder of the book is a large compendium of common circuits (both old and modern) used to control various motor types. His analysis of some designs were a bit oddly explained (but my background is RF and microwave design, not power electronics). I get something new and revealing every time I open the pages.

Electric Motors and Control Techniques.......2005-10-22

I haven't completed the book as yet but to the point I am at it is very informative and easy to read. I do recommend this book...

Disappointing.......2004-05-25

I was disappointed with this book. While full of detailed figures and schematics, the book is hodge-podge of information with very little logical flow. It jumps from 100,000 feet into the treetops with no explanation. The author peppers the book with his insights but without any context and background leaving the reader confused. As well, the book is dated given recent advancements in motor control technology.

RichardNabuda@Email.MSN.com.......2001-04-02

Overall I found this to be an excellent book. I enjoyed every page, and in particular tracing out circuit operations of the various schematics. I thought the diversity of circuits was great.

Nowhere in the title did I see "Basics of" or Fundementals of". This is not a book for the novice. The reader must have a good understanding of AC and DC motors, and solid state theory, circiuts, and devices.

I found the concatenation of induction motors, and the Kramer speed control system very interesting. I have many old industrial control books, but none shows these systems.

There are several errors, and examples of such are: Page 44, Para 3 is completely wrong. The proper way to reverse direction of compound motors is to reverse A1 and A2. Page 57, para 2 relates to this proper method. Fig. 5-9 Q102 shows a JFET- should be a UJT. Fig. 5-13 Q1 same thing. Fig. 5-10 has negative 250 VDC lines to emitters of Q532-Q536 and Q552-Q556 missing. Eliminate lead from motor to bottom of C541. Fig. 6-11 motor will never reverse with this scheme. Turning dial in opposite direction FWD biasis Q2 turning on Q1 which energizes RY2. RY1 drops out turning system off. Motor never runs CCW.

I have a comprehensive technical library, and one of my books is by this author entitled "Design and Operation of Regulated Power Supplies". It's an old book, and it's full of solid state circuits. I am indebted to authors like Mr Gottlieb, for it's their writings that enabled me to learn solid state electronics.

Electric Motors and Control Techniques.......2001-01-19

The information in this book is best suited to a physicist with a background in motors. If you don't already have a solid understanding about motors, servos and motor control already, then don't buy this book! The author covers far too much information at a very high level, makes too many assumptions about the reader's knowledge, and does not explain anything in easy-to-understand terms.

Technician's Guide to Refrigeration Systems

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A Must have book!!!

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Fix any refrigeration system problem! Now you can diagnose and repair virtually any residential and commercial refrigeration system problem--quickly and easily--with Technician's Guide to Refrigeration Systems, by John A. Corinchock. This hands-on troubleleshooter also gives you the know-how to install entirely new systems--as well as comply with the latest codes and EPA regulations on chemical coolants and refrigerants. From the basic operating principles of refrigeration to the various types of refrigeration systems available, this expert resource helps you master the essentials of: working with tubing; servicing electric motors and control; detecting and repairing leaks in domestic systems; fixing condensers and receivers in commercial systems; installing absorption refrigerators; calculating heat loads in commercial installations; troubleshooting special refrigeration systems; much more.

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A Must have book!!!.......2006-06-02

I own half a dozen books on hvac. I have to say, I got lucky on this one. It is the encyclopedia of hvac that I've alway wanted. I consider myself a apprentice/journeyman and this book has mostly everything I need to know right now. The author speaks so plainly that anyone can understand it. No mumble jumbo. Just ton's of infomation, from superheat, to commercial boxes, to residential to basics, tools, refrigerants. Did you know that r502 may have a dip tube in the tank? Truely, I will read every chapter in this book. It may not be the only book you will ever need, but it it clearly a 'must have' for every person learning the trade, and then some! Endless informative remarks like, '..be sure there is a load on the evap...' when doing this test....etc. It's just full of stuff you just gotta know and stuff you want to know. Myself, I am expanding into the commercial world of refrigeration and want to know more! And this book is it! No fluff,,, all hard core, straight talk!

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Really great supplemental text and source of problems
Weak on PM Machines
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Really great supplemental text and source of problems.......2007-02-05

This book doubles as a cheap textbook on the subject it covers - electric machines and electromechanics. If I remember correctly, this was not one of the more difficult upper undergraduate Electrical Engineering courses, but that was because I had a very good instructor. The textbook itself was somewhat useless...and expensive. This text has plenty of well done narrative explaining all of the concepts. With this particular subject, good figures are important too, and they are plentiful in this Schaum's outline. Equations are all explained and presented well, with lots of example problems as well as solved exercises. I particularly liked the last chapter in the book on the electronic control of electric machines. It does a good job of merging what is really two subject matters and explains concepts well. It shows Electrical Engineering students that all of these courses don't exist in a vacuum. You are going to need to learn how to merge electromechanics, electronics, and digital systems into unified designs, and this book gets you started down that road. One reviewer said that he/she thought the outline was dated. I haven't found that to be true at all, at least for the situations where I've required some brushing up. The student should already have an understanding of electric and electronic circuits, basic electromagnetics, and calculus. Highly recommended.

Weak on PM Machines.......2005-05-08

Good book overall, but is getting dated. Most of the problems seem to be done in Gauss and Oersteds, and I don't believe there were any problems which used Neodemium magnets, which are most common in newer, high efficiency motors.

There was also very little on Permanent Magnet machines, about 6 pages, much of which was diagrams or descriptions of magnet types. Am still looking for a good book with problems on Permanent Magnet motors and generators.

Am using Hendershot and Miller's Design of Brushless Permanent Magnet Motors, which is very good. But it does not have many problems in it.

Helpful tool for electrical machine problems.......2000-05-29

I found that this book is a very useful source for solving problems related to elctrical machines. It provides clear and easy to follow instructions that are well laid out and easy to follow. It offers a varying level of problems ranging from the fundamentals through to the more complex machine problems. This is a useful aid or reference for anyone looking for a book to help them in their studies and wants to have more practice at solving problems relating to this subject.

Artificial-Intelligence-Based Electrical Machines and Drives: Application of Fuzzy, Neural, Fuzzy-neural, and Genetic-Algorithm-based Techniques (Monographs in Electrical and Electronic Engineering)

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Recently artificial-intelligence-based techniques (fuzzy logic, neural networks, fuzzy-neural networks, genetic algorithms, etc) have received increased attention world-wide and at present two industrial drives incorporate some form of artificial intelligence. This is the first comprehensive book which discusses numerous AI applications to electrical machines and drives. The drives considered are: d.c. drives, induction motor drives, synchronous motor drives, and switched reluctance motor drives. Sensorless drives are also considered. It is essential reading for anyone interested in acquiring a solid background in AI-based electrical machines and drives. It presents a detailed and unified mathematical and physical treatment.

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