Practical Variable Speed Drives and Power Electronics

The essential guide for power engineering and industrial control applications.

Malcolm Barnes (Author)

9780750658089, Elsevier Science

Paperback, published 16 June 2003

304 pages
26.4 x 19.5 x 2 cm, 0.66 kg

Typical practical applications of VSDs in process control and materials handling, such as those for pumping, ventilation, conveyers, compressors and hoists are covered in detail.

Introduction to Variable Speed Drives for Industrial Applications
3-Phase AC Induction Motors
Power Electronic Converters
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Protection of AC Converters and Motors
Control Systems for AC Variable Speed Drives
The Selection of AC Converters for Variable Speed Drive Applications
Installation and Commissioning of AC Variable Speed Drives
Special Topics and New Developments
Appendix A: Motor Protection - Direct Temperature Sensing
Appendix B: Current Measurement Transducers
Appendix C: Speed Measurement Transducers
Appendix D: International and National Standards
Appendix E: Glossary of Common Terms used with AC Drives
Bibliography : Recommended Additional Reading.

Subject Areas: Electric motors [THRM], Electrical engineering [THR]