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Digital and Statistical Signal Processing (Paperback, 3rd Edition): Anastasia Veloni, Nikolaos Miridakis, Erysso Boukouvala Digital and Statistical Signal Processing (Paperback, 3rd Edition)
Anastasia Veloni, Nikolaos Miridakis, Erysso Boukouvala
R1,546 Discovery Miles 15 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Nowadays, many aspects of electrical and electronic engineering are essentially applications of DSP. This is due to the focus on processing information in the form of digital signals, using certain DSP hardware designed to execute software. Fundamental topics in digital signal processing are introduced with theory, analytical tables, and applications with simulation tools. The book provides a collection of solved problems on digital signal processing and statistical signal processing. The solutions are based directly on the math-formulas given in extensive tables throughout the book, so the reader can solve practical problems on signal processing quickly and efficiently.

FEATURES

Explains how applications of DSP can be implemented in certain programming environments designed for real time systems, ex. biomedical signal analysis and medical image processing.

Pairs theory with basic concepts and supporting analytical tables.

Includes an extensive collection of solved problems throughout the text.

Fosters the ability to solve practical problems on signal processing without focusing on extended theory.

Covers the modeling process and addresses broader fundamental issues.

Table of Contents

Part 1: Digital Signal Processing. Introduction. Discrete-time Signals and Systems. z-Transform. Implementation of Discrete Systems. Frequency Domain Analysis. Designing Digital Filters. Part 2: Statistical Signal Processing. Statistical Models. Fundamental Principles of Parametric Estimation. Linear Evaluation. Fundamentals of Signal Detection.

Power Electronics Basics - Operating Principles, Design, Formulas, and Applications (Paperback): Yuriy Rozanov, Sergey E. ... Power Electronics Basics - Operating Principles, Design, Formulas, and Applications (Paperback)
Yuriy Rozanov, Sergey E. Ryvkin, Evgeny Chaplygin, Pavel Voronin
R2,009 Discovery Miles 20 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Power Electronics Basics: Operating Principles, Design, Formulas, and Applications provides fundamental knowledge for the analysis and design of modern power electronic devices. This concise and user-friendly resource: Explains the basic concepts and most important terms of power electronics Describes the power assemblies, control, and passive components of semiconductor power switches Covers the control of power electronic devices, from mathematical modeling to the analysis of the electrical processes Addresses pulse-width modulation, power quality control, and multilevel, modular, and multicell power converter topologies Discusses line-commutated and resonant converters, as well as inverters and AC converters based on completely controllable switches Explores cutting-edge applications of power electronics, including renewable energy production and storage, fuel cells, and electric drives Power Electronics Basics: Operating Principles, Design, Formulas, and Applications supplies graduate students, industry professionals, researchers, and academics with a solid understanding of the underlying theory, while offering an overview of the latest achievements and development prospects in the power electronics industry.

Modular Systems for Energy and Fuel Recovery and Conversion (Hardcover): Yatish T. Shah Modular Systems for Energy and Fuel Recovery and Conversion (Hardcover)
Yatish T. Shah
R4,777 Discovery Miles 47 770 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Modular Systems for Energy and Fuel Recovery and Conversion surveys the benefits of the modular approach in the front end of the energy industry. The book also outlines strategies for managing modular approaches for fossil, renewable, and nuclear energy resource recovery and conversion with the help of successful industrial examples. The book points out that while the modular approach is most applicable for distributed and small-scale energy systems, it is also often used for parts of large-scale centralized systems. With the help of successful industrial examples of modular approaches for energy and fuel recovery and conversion, the book points out the need for more balance between large-scale centralized systems and small-scale distributed systems to serve the energy needs of rural and isolated communities. Coal, oil, natural gas, hydrogen, biomass, waste, nuclear, geothermal solar, wind, and hydro energy are examined, showing that modular operations are very successfully used in all these components of the energy industry. Aimed at academic researchers and industry professionals, this book provides successful examples and analysis of the modular operation for energy and fuel recovery and conversion. It is also a reference for those who are engaged in the development of modular systems for energy and fuel recovery and conversion.

Advanced Simulation of Alternative Energy - Simulation with Simulink (R) and SimPowerSystems (TM) (Hardcover): Viktor M.... Advanced Simulation of Alternative Energy - Simulation with Simulink (R) and SimPowerSystems (TM) (Hardcover)
Viktor M. Perelmuter
R3,792 Discovery Miles 37 920 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Advanced Simulation of Alternative Energy: Simulations with Simulink (R) and SimPowerSystems (TM) considers models of new and promising installations of renewable energy sources, as well as the new trends in this technical field. The book is focused on wind generators with multiphase generators, models of different offshore parks, wind shear and tower shadow effect, active damping, system inertia support, synchronverter modeling, photovoltaic cells with cascaded H-Bridge multilevel inverters, operation of fuel cells with electrolyzers and microturbines, utilization of ocean wave and ocean tide energy sources, pumped storage hydropower simulation, and simulation of some hybrid systems. Simulink (R) and its toolbox, SimPowerSystems (TM) (its new name Electrical/Specialized Power Systems), are the most popular means for simulation of these systems. More than 100 models of the renewable energy systems that are made with use of this program environment are appended to the book. The aims of these models are to aid students studying various electrical engineering fields including industrial electronics, electrical machines, electrical drives, and production and distribution of electrical energy; to facilitate the understanding of various renewable energy system functions; and to create a platform for the development of systems by readers in their fields. This book can be used by engineers and investigators as well as undergraduate and graduate students to develop new electrical systems and investigate the existing ones.

Transient Control of Gasoline Engines (Paperback): Tielong Shen, Jiangyan Zhang, Xiaohong Jiao, Mingxin Kang, Junichi Kako,... Transient Control of Gasoline Engines (Paperback)
Tielong Shen, Jiangyan Zhang, Xiaohong Jiao, Mingxin Kang, Junichi Kako, …
R1,585 Discovery Miles 15 850 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Transient Control of Gasoline Engines drives to move progress forward. A stimulating examination of car electronics and digital processing technology, this book chronicles significant advances that have occurred over the past 20 years (including the change from combustion engines to computerized machines) and presents new and exciting ways to enhance engine efficiency using real-time control technology. Dedicated to improving the emissions of automotive powertrains, it provides an introduction to modeling, control design, and test bench, and explains the fundamentals of modeling and control design for engine transient operation. It also presents a model-based transient control design methodology from the perspective of the dynamical system control theory. Written with graduate students in mind, this book: Addresses issues relevant to transient operation, cycle-to-cycle transient, and cylinder-to-cylinder balancing Examines the real-time optimizing control problem (receding horizon optimization, for torque tracking control and speed control) Covers three benchmark problems related to the modeling and control of gasoline engines: engine start control, identification of the engines, and the boundary modeling and extreme condition control Transient Control of Gasoline Engines describes the behavior of engine dynamics operated at transient mode as a dynamical system and employs the advanced control theory to design a real-time control strategy that can be used to improve efficiency and emission performance overall. Geared toward graduate students, this book also serves as a trusted source for researchers and practitioners focused on engine and engine electronics design, car electronics, and control engineering.

Protection Techniques in Electrical Energy Systems (Paperback): Helmut Ungrad, Willibald Winkler, Andrzej Wiszniewski Protection Techniques in Electrical Energy Systems (Paperback)
Helmut Ungrad, Willibald Winkler, Andrzej Wiszniewski
R1,997 Discovery Miles 19 970 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Presenting the theoretical principles for, and current state of, electrical power system protection engineering, this work explains the functions of protection and control equipment. It provides application guidelines for every component to be protected in a system, and examines and compares American, British and continental protection philosophies.

Real-Time Embedded Systems - Optimization, Synthesis, and Networking (Paperback): Meikang Qiu, Jiayin Li Real-Time Embedded Systems - Optimization, Synthesis, and Networking (Paperback)
Meikang Qiu, Jiayin Li
R1,862 Discovery Miles 18 620 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Ubiquitous in today's consumer-driven society, embedded systems use microprocessors that are hidden in our everyday products and designed to perform specific tasks. Effective use of these embedded systems requires engineers to be proficient in all phases of this effort, from planning, design, and analysis to manufacturing and marketing. Taking a systems-level approach, Real-Time Embedded Systems: Optimization, Synthesis, and Networking describes the field from three distinct aspects that make up the three major trends in current embedded system design. The first section of the text examines optimization in real-time embedded systems. The authors present scheduling algorithms in multi-core embedded systems, instruct on a robust measurement against the inaccurate information that can exist in embedded systems, and discuss potential problems of heterogeneous optimization. The second section focuses on synthesis-level approaches for embedded systems, including a scheduling algorithm for phase change memory and scratch pad memory and a treatment of thermal-aware multiprocessor synthesis technology. The final section looks at networking with a focus on task scheduling in both a wireless sensor network and cloud computing. It examines the merging of networking and embedded systems and the resulting evolution of a new type of system known as the cyber physical system (CPS). Encouraging readers to discover how the computer interacts with its environment, Real-Time Embedded Systems provides a sound introduction to the design, manufacturing, marketing, and future directions of this important tool.

Data Privacy for the Smart Grid (Paperback): Rebecca Herold, Christine Hertzog Data Privacy for the Smart Grid (Paperback)
Rebecca Herold, Christine Hertzog
R1,770 Discovery Miles 17 700 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Many Smart Grid books include "privacy" in their title, but only touch on privacy, with most of the discussion focusing on cybersecurity. Filling this knowledge gap, Data Privacy for the Smart Grid provides a clear description of the Smart Grid ecosystem, presents practical guidance about its privacy risks, and details the actions required to protect data generated by Smart Grid technologies. It addresses privacy in electric, natural gas, and water grids and supplies two different perspectives of the topic-one from a Smart Grid expert and another from a privacy and information security expert.The authors have extensive experience with utilities and leading the U.S. government's National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST) Cyber Security Working Group (CSWG)/Smart Grid Interoperability Group (SGIP) Privacy Subgroup. This comprehensive book is understandable for all those involved in the Smart Grid. The authors detail the facts about Smart Grid privacy so readers can separate truth from myth about Smart Grid privacy. While considering privacy in the Smart Grid, the book also examines the data created by Smart Grid technologies and machine-to-machine (M2M) applications and associated legal issues. The text details guidelines based on the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development Privacy Guidelines and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission Fair Information Practices. It includes privacy training recommendations and references to additional Smart Grid privacy resources. After reading the book, readers will be prepared to develop informed opinions, establish fact-based decisions, make meaningful contributions to Smart Grid legislation and policies, and to build technologies to preserve and protect privacy. Policy makers; Smart Grid and M2M product and service developers; utility customer and privacy resources; and other service providers and resources are primary beneficiaries of the information provided in

Electrical Power Technology (Paperback): D Tyler Electrical Power Technology (Paperback)
D Tyler
R1,529 Discovery Miles 15 290 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book is a comprehensive introductory text on electrical power, encompassing generation, electrical machines, motors, electrical materials, etc. David Tyler's approach is designed for independent or classroom study, with plenty of learning checks and activities throughout.
The content is designed to cover Advanced GNVQ and BTEC NII syllabuses, but it is also ideal as an introduction for first year degree students or for professionals seeking to reinforce their grasp of the fundamentals.
Designed for Advanced GNVQ Optional Units and other FE courses
Key skills opportunities throughout
Replaces Tyler's 'Electrical Applications 2'

Finite Elements-based Optimization - Electromagnetic Product Design and Nondestructive Evaluation (Hardcover): S.Ratnajeevan H.... Finite Elements-based Optimization - Electromagnetic Product Design and Nondestructive Evaluation (Hardcover)
S.Ratnajeevan H. Hoole, Yovahn Yesuraiyan R. Hoole
R5,346 Discovery Miles 53 460 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book is intended to be a cookbook for students and researchers to understand the finite element method and optimization methods and couple them to effect shape optimization. The optimization part of the book will survey optimization methods and focus on the genetic algorithm and Powell's method for implementation in the codes. It will contain pseudo-code for the relevant algorithms and homework problems to reinforce the theory to compile finite element programs capable of shape optimization. Features Enables readers to understand the finite element method and optimization methods and couple them to effect shape optimization Presents simple approach with algorithms for synthesis Focuses on automated computer aided design (CAD) of electromagnetic devices Provides a unitary framework involving optimization and numerical modelling Discusses how to integrate open-source mesh generators into your code Indicates how parallelization of algorithms, especially matrix solution and optimization, may be approached cheaply using the graphics processing unit (GPU) that is available on most PCs today Includes coupled problem optimization using hyperthermia as an example

Lights On! - The Science of Power Generation (Hardcover): Mark Denny Lights On! - The Science of Power Generation (Hardcover)
Mark Denny
R1,422 Discovery Miles 14 220 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Power generation is a relatively recent concern because humans had little need for sustained power until the dawn of the Industrial Revolution. Today, modern civilization is wholly dependent on the production and distribution of power. Without it, our way of life would be extinguished. In Lights On!, Mark Denny reveals the mysterious world of power generation. He takes us on a fun tour, examining the nature of energy, tracing the history of power generation, explaining the processes from production through transmission to use, and addressing questions that are currently in the headlines, such as: Is natural gas the best alternative energy source in the near term?; Could solar power be the answer to all our problems?; and Why is nuclear power such a hard sell, and are the concerns valid? Devoting individual chapters to each of the forms of power in use today-electrical, coal, oil and natural gas, hydro, nuclear, and solar-Denny explains the pros and cons of each, their availability worldwide, and which are in dwindling supply. Making clear that his approach is that of "a scientist and engineer, not a politician or businessman," Denny addresses environmental concerns by providing information to help readers understand the science and engineering of power generation so they can discuss contemporary energy issues from an informed perspective. For those who wish to delve deeper into the science, a technical appendix provides estimations for a variety of power generators. Anyone who is interested in how energy works and how it is transformed to power our lives will get a charge out of Lights On!

Protective Relaying - Principles and Applications, Fourth Edition (Hardcover, 4th edition): J.Lewis Blackburn, Thomas J. Domin Protective Relaying - Principles and Applications, Fourth Edition (Hardcover, 4th edition)
J.Lewis Blackburn, Thomas J. Domin
R4,041 Discovery Miles 40 410 Ships in 9 - 17 working days

For many years, Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications has been the go-to text for gaining proficiency in the technological fundamentals of power system protection. Continuing in the bestselling tradition of the previous editions by the late J. Lewis Blackburn, the Fourth Edition retains the core concepts at the heart of power system analysis. Featuring refinements and additions to accommodate recent technological progress, the text: Explores developments in the creation of smarter, more flexible protective systems based on advances in the computational power of digital devices and the capabilities of communication systems that can be applied within the power grid Examines the regulations related to power system protection and how they impact the way protective relaying systems are designed, applied, set, and monitored Considers the evaluation of protective systems during system disturbances and describes the tools available for analysis Addresses the benefits and problems associated with applying microprocessor-based devices in protection schemes Contains an expanded discussion of intertie protection requirements at dispersed generation facilities Providing information on a mixture of old and new equipment, Protective Relaying: Principles and Applications, Fourth Edition reflects the present state of power systems currently in operation, making it a handy reference for practicing protection engineers. And yet its challenging end-of-chapter problems, coverage of the basic mathematical requirements for fault analysis, and real-world examples ensure engineering students receive a practical, effective education on protective systems. Plus, with the inclusion of a solutions manual and figure slides with qualifying course adoption, the Fourth Edition is ready-made for classroom implementation.

Fundamentals of Linear Systems for Physical Scientists and Engineers (Paperback): N.N. Puri Fundamentals of Linear Systems for Physical Scientists and Engineers (Paperback)
N.N. Puri
R2,065 Discovery Miles 20 650 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Thanks to the advent of inexpensive computing, it is possible to analyze, compute, and develop results that were unthinkable in the '60s. Control systems, telecommunications, robotics, speech, vision, and digital signal processing are but a few examples of computing applications. While there are many excellent resources available that focus on one or two topics, few books cover most of the mathematical techniques required for a broader range of applications. Fundamentals of Linear Systems for Physical Scientists and Engineers is such a resource. The book draws from diverse areas of engineering and the physical sciences to cover the fundamentals of linear systems. Assuming no prior knowledge of complex mathematics on the part of the reader, the author uses his nearly 50 years of teaching experience to address all of the necessary mathematical techniques. Original proofs, hundreds of examples, and proven theorems illustrate and clarify the material. An extensive table provides Lyapunov functions for differential equations and conditions of stability for the equilibrium solutions. In an intuitive, step-by-step manner, the book covers a breadth of highly relevant topics in linear systems theory from the introductory level to a more advanced level. The chapter on stochastic processes makes it invaluable for financial engineering applications. Reflecting the pressures in engineering education to provide compact yet comprehensive courses of instruction, this book presents essential linear system theoretic concepts from first principles to relatively advanced, yet general, topics. The book's self-contained nature and the coverage of both linear continuous- and discrete-time systems set it apart from other texts.

Discrete-Time Recurrent Neural Control - Analysis and Applications (Hardcover): Edgar N. Sanchez Discrete-Time Recurrent Neural Control - Analysis and Applications (Hardcover)
Edgar N. Sanchez
R5,624 Discovery Miles 56 240 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The book presents recent advances in the theory of neural control for discrete-time nonlinear systems with multiple inputs and multiple outputs. The simulation results that appear in each chapter include rigorous mathematical analyses, based on the Lyapunov approach, to establish its properties. The book contains two sections: the first focuses on the analyses of control techniques; the second is dedicated to illustrating results of real-time applications. It also provides solutions for the output trajectory tracking problem of unknown nonlinear systems based on sliding modes and inverse optimal control scheme. "This book on Discrete-time Recurrent Neural Control is unique in the literature, with new knowledge and information about the new technique of recurrent neural control especially for discrete-time systems. The book is well organized and clearly presented. It will be welcome by a wide range of researchers in science and engineering, especially graduate students and junior researchers who want to learn the new notion of recurrent neural control. I believe it will have a good market. It is an excellent book after all." - Guanrong Chen, City University of Hong Kong "This book includes very relevant topics, about neural control. In these days, Artificial Neural Networks have been recovering their relevance and well-stablished importance, this due to its great capacity to process big amounts of data. Artificial Neural Networks development always is related to technological advancements; therefore, it is not a surprise that now we are being witnesses of this new era in Artificial Neural Networks, however most of the developments in this research area only focuses on applicability of the proposed schemes. However, Edgar N. Sanchez author of this book does not lose focus and include both important applications as well as a deep theoretical analysis of Artificial Neural Networks to control discrete-time nonlinear systems. It is important to remark that first, the considered Artificial Neural Networks are development in discrete-time this simplify its implementation in real-time; secondly, the proposed applications ranging from modelling of unknown discrete-time on linear systems to control electrical machines with an emphasize to renewable energy systems. However, its applications are not limited to these kind of systems, due to their theoretical foundation it can be applicable to a large class of nonlinear systems. All of these is supported by the solid research done by the author." - Alma Y. Alanis, University of Guadalajara, Mexico "This book discusses in detail; how neural networks can be used for optimal as well as robust control design. Design of neural network controllers for real time applications such as induction motors, boost converters, inverted pendulum and doubly fed induction generators has also been carried out which gives the book an edge over other similar titles. This book will be an asset for the novice to the experienced ones." - Rajesh Joseph Abraham, Indian Institute of Space Science & Technology, Thiruvananthapuram, India

Elementary Concepts of Power Electronic Drives (Hardcover): K. Sundareswaran Elementary Concepts of Power Electronic Drives (Hardcover)
K. Sundareswaran
R2,710 Discovery Miles 27 100 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Fills the gap for a concise preliminary textbook on power electronic drives, with simple illustrations and applications Presents the integration of power electronics and machines in a simple manner Discusses the principles of electric motors and power electronics in an introductory manner Discusses DC and AC drives, with an emphasis on PM drives Includes questions and homework problems with hints and case studies

Control of Linear Systems (Hardcover): Lyubomir T. Gruyitch Control of Linear Systems (Hardcover)
Lyubomir T. Gruyitch
R4,917 R4,225 Discovery Miles 42 250 Save R692 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The book begins with the definition of time together with a brief description of its crucial properties and with the principles of the physical uniqueness and continuity of physical variables, which are essential for the natural tracking control synthesis. The book presents further new results on matrices, on polynomial matrices, on matrix polynomials and on the new compact, simple and elegant calculus that enabled the generalization of the transfer function matrix concept and of the state concept, the proofs of the new observability, controllability, trackability and tracking conditions, as well as the natural tracking control synthesis for all five classes of the treated linear systems.

Ecological Effects of Electricity Generation, Storage and Use (Paperback): Peter Henderson Ecological Effects of Electricity Generation, Storage and Use (Paperback)
Peter Henderson
R905 Discovery Miles 9 050 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book reviews the past, present and future generation and use of electricity. While noting the importance of electricity to the well-being of people, it argues that all means of electricity generation have adverse ecological consequences. The ecological effects of all the main forms of electricity generation, storage and transmission are reviewed in 14 chapters. The chapters briefly cover the engineering and physics of each method of electricity generation followed by a description of the different ways in which the technology interacts with the natural world. Finally, sections consider the importance of these impacts and how they can be mitigated or avoided. A final chapter summarizes the issues and emphasizes that the only way to truly minimize the impacts of electricity generation is to reduce our consumption and transmission. Future efforts should continue to focus on increasing the efficiency of light production, refrigeration, electrical appliances and batteries.

Bio-Inspired Algorithms in PID Controller Optimization (Hardcover): Anand Baskaran, Nilanjan Dey, Amira S. Ashour, Jagatheesan... Bio-Inspired Algorithms in PID Controller Optimization (Hardcover)
Anand Baskaran, Nilanjan Dey, Amira S. Ashour, Jagatheesan Kallannan
R1,849 Discovery Miles 18 490 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This book discusses in-depth role of optimization to optimize the controller parameters with reference to bio-inspired algorithms. Comparative studies to evaluate the performance of different optimization techniques in terms of the settling time, overshoot and undershoot responses of the frequency deviations, tie-line power flow deviations, and the area control error are included, supported by examples. The book also includes different scenarios of the load frequency controller for single area as well as multi-area thermal power generating unit considering different algorithms. Key Features: Highlights the importance of tuning the power system controller parameters with emphasis on bio-inspiration algorithms Provides some applied applications/examples of the thermal power system Focusses on power system applications based on the optimization algorithms with different single area and multi-area thermal power systems Reports different cases on the interconnected power systems with providing optimal performance by optimizing the controller's parameters

Building an Effective Security Program for Distributed Energy Resources and Systems (Hardcover): M Hentea Building an Effective Security Program for Distributed Energy Resources and Systems (Hardcover)
M Hentea
R3,228 Discovery Miles 32 280 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Building an Effective Security Program for Distributed Energy Resources and Systems Build a critical and effective security program for DERs Building an Effective Security Program for Distributed Energy Resources and Systems requires a unified approach to establishing a critical security program for DER systems and Smart Grid applications. The methodology provided integrates systems security engineering principles, techniques, standards, and best practices. This publication introduces engineers on the design, implementation, and maintenance of a security program for distributed energy resources (DERs), smart grid, and industrial control systems. It provides security professionals with understanding the specific requirements of industrial control systems and real-time constrained applications for power systems. This book: Describes the cybersecurity needs for DERs and power grid as critical infrastructure Introduces the information security principles to assess and manage the security and privacy risks of the emerging Smart Grid technologies Outlines the functions of the security program as well as the scope and differences between traditional IT system security requirements and those required for industrial control systems such as SCADA systems Offers a full array of resources-- cybersecurity concepts, frameworks, and emerging trends Security Professionals and Engineers can use Building an Effective Security Program for Distributed Energy Resources and Systems as a reliable resource that is dedicated to the essential topic of security for distributed energy resources and power grids. They will find standards, guidelines, and recommendations from standards organizations, such as ISO, IEC, NIST, IEEE, ENISA, ISA, ISACA, and ISF, conveniently included for reference within chapters.

Nanomaterials for Thermoelectric Devices (Hardcover): Yong X. Gan Nanomaterials for Thermoelectric Devices (Hardcover)
Yong X. Gan
R3,402 Discovery Miles 34 020 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With the increaseing global demand for energy, we are facing a huge challenge of energy sustainability. Renewable energy has attracted an immense amount of interest with regard to solving the sustainbility issue. Among the various renewable energy sources, solar heat and waste heat energy has significant advantages due to its availability. Thermoelectric nanomaterials play an indispensable role in heat-to-electricity energy conversion. A high energy conversion efficiency is critical for practical applications of thermoelectric energy conversion systems, and understanding the fundamentals of energy conversion mechanisms is essential. This book details thermoelectric energy conversion nanomaterials and the related manufacturing processes. It also introduces the latest research progress in thermoelectric energy conversion nanomaterials. It is a great reference for readers from both academia and industry.

Sensors and Actuators - Engineering System Instrumentation, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Clarence W. De Silva Sensors and Actuators - Engineering System Instrumentation, Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Clarence W. De Silva
R5,138 Discovery Miles 51 380 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

An engineering system contains multiple components that interconnect to perform a specific task. Starting from basic fundamentals through to advanced applications, Sensors and Actuators: Engineering System Instrumentation, Second Edition thoroughly explains the inner workings of an engineering system. The text first provides introductory material-practical procedures and applications in the beginning-and then methodically integrates more advanced techniques, theory, and concepts throughout the book. Emphasizing sensors, transducers, and actuators, the author discusses important aspects of component matching and interconnection, interface between the connected components, signal modification, and signal conditioning/modification. He also addresses functions, physical principles, operation and interaction, and the proper selection and interfacing of these components for various engineering/control applications. This second edition provides a thorough revision of the first and includes new worked examples, new applications, and thoroughly updated as well as entirely new material. In addition, it provides increased coverage of sensor systems technologies and updated coverage of computer tools, including MATLAB (R), Simulink, and LabView. What's New in the Second Edition: A new chapter on estimation from measurements, which includes various practical procedures and applications of estimation through sensed data New material on microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) New material on multisensor data fusion New material on networked sensing and localization Many new problems and worked examples Chapter highlights and summary sheets, for easy reference and recollection Sensors and Actuators: Engineering System Instrumentation, Second Edition provides users from a variety of engineering backgrounds with a complete overview of engineering system components for instrumentation. It presents current techniques, advanced theory and concepts, and addresses relevant design issues, component selection, and practical applications.

Insulation Coordination for Power Systems (Hardcover): Andrew R. Hileman Insulation Coordination for Power Systems (Hardcover)
Andrew R. Hileman
R5,285 Discovery Miles 52 850 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This detailed and comprehensive reference/text presents the latest developments in power system insulation coordination-emphasizing the achievement of optimum insulation strength at minimum cost. Comprehensively covers a myriad of insulation coordination techniques, examining electrical transmission and distribution lines and substations Keeping in mind the conventional (or deterministic) method of insulation coordination, as well as the probabilistic method with its emphasis on statistical analysis, Insulation Coordination for Power Systems reviews factors of power transmission reliability such as strike distances or clearances, arrangement and number of insulators, and use of overhead ground or shield wires assesses phase-ground and phase-phase clearances, supplemental tower grounding, and substation shielding evaluates insulation strength, traveling waves, line arresters, and induced overvoltages compares new insulation methods with those outlined in standard IEEE and IEC guides highlights sources of stress: lightning, switching, temporary overvoltages, and normal power frequency voltage considers operation of devices to reduce stress, such as surge arresters and closing resistors in circuit breakers and more Supplemented with end-of-chapter problem sets and over 1700 literature citations, tables, drawings, and equations, Insulation Coordination for Power Systems is an ideal reference for electrical, industrial power system, and manufacturing engineers, and an excellent text for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in these disciplines.

Modern Distribution Systems with PSCAD Analysis (Hardcover): Atousa Yazdani Modern Distribution Systems with PSCAD Analysis (Hardcover)
Atousa Yazdani
R2,424 Discovery Miles 24 240 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

With the new advancements in distribution systems, such as the integration of renewable energy and bidirectional energy flow, it is necessary to equip power system engineers and students with better tools and understanding of how to study and analyze various phenomenon in distribution system. This book includes sections that address new advancements in distribution systems by discussing possible impacts associated with active distribution systems. It provides a foundational knowledge of the parts and equipment that make up a distribution grid, how they work, and how they are designed, maintained, and protected. The book highlights experimental modeling and analysis examples, which can be carried out by utilizing the software, PSCAD. It aims to introduce and familiarize the reader with how to use analytical tools and understand the engineering problems related to distribution system.

Electrical Energy Systems - Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition): Mohamed E. Elhawary Electrical Energy Systems - Second Edition (Hardcover, 2nd edition)
Mohamed E. Elhawary
R6,356 Discovery Miles 63 560 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

We are witness to the emergence a new generation of power engineers, focused on providing electric energy in a deregulated environment. To educate this new breed, textbooks must take a comprehensive approach to electrical energy and encourage problem solving using modern tools. Updated to reflect recent trends and new areas of emphasis, Mohamed El-Hawary's Electrical Energy Systems, Second Edition shifts the teaching of electrical energy and electric power toward a sustainable and reliable paradigm. Discussions ranging from the technical aspects of generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization to power system components, theory, protection, and the energy control center culminate in the most modern and complete introduction to effects of deregulating electric power systems, blackouts and their causes, and minimizing their effects. The author prepares students for real-world challenges by including numerous examples, problems, and MATLAB scripts, teaching students to use industry-standard problem-solving tools. This edition also features an entirely new chapter on the present and future of electric energy systems, which highlights new challenges facing system designers and operators in light of modern events and transformations impacting the field. Providing convenience for instructors in addition to a thoroughly modern education for students, Electrical Energy Systems, Second Edition sets a new benchmark for the education of electric power engineering focused on sustainable development and operation of new power systems.

Electromechanical Control Technology and Transportation - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Electromechanical... Electromechanical Control Technology and Transportation - Proceedings of the 2nd International Conference on Electromechanical Control Technology and Transportation (ICECTT 2017), January 14-15, 2017, Zhuhai, China (Hardcover)
Xiaoling Jia, Feng Wu
R5,526 Discovery Miles 55 260 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The 2017 2nd International Conference on Electromechanical Control Technology and Transportation (ICECTT 2017) was held on January 14-15, 2017 in Zhuhai, China. ICECTT 2017 brought together academics and industrial experts in the field of electromechanical control technology and transportation to a common forum. The primary goal of the conference was to promote research and developmental activities in electromechanical control technology and transportation. Another goal was to promote exchange of scientific information between researchers, developers, engineers, students, and practitioners working all around the world. The conference will be held every year thus making it an ideal platform for people to share views and experiences in electromechanical control technology and transportation and related areas.

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