An Introduction to Power Electronics - Softcover

Bird, B. M.; King, K. G.; Pedder, D. A. G.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0471926167 ISBN 13: 9780471926160

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 1992

Synopsis

Incorporates sufficient theory and simple mathematics to give a consistent and rational grasp of the principles underlying the greater part of practical power electronic technology. This edition contains new and updated commentary on such topics as discontinuous-current characteristics of converters, short-circuit and overload features of rectifiers, total voltage drop in converters and more. Includes an extensive bibliography, a significant amount of worked examples and approximately 100 problems plus solutions.

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From the Back Cover

An Introduction to ·P·O·W·E·R· Electronics Second Edition B. M. Bird University of Bristol, UK K. G. King Deceased, formerly Westinghouse Brake & Signal Co. Ltd, Chippenham, Wiltshire, UK D. A. G. Pedder ERA Technology Ltd, UK An updated and extended version of a highly successful text, this second edition gives a lucid, broad–based introduction to power electronics. The text covers a wide range of power converter circuits including simple and controlled rectifiers, d.c. switching regulators, single and multiphase inverters and switched–mode power supplies. Concentrating upon the users needs, the authors detail general application techniques and avoid extensive theoretical analysis. Features include:

• A review of the most commonly used semiconductor devices.
• A discussion of those circuits employed to protect devices against switching transients and external noise.
• Techniques for thermal analysis and information on device cooling.
• End–of–chapter problems and numerous worked examples to assist the reader s understanding.
• A detailed bibliography for those who wish to conduct further research.

Presented in a logical, easy–to–follow style, this comprehensive text is ideal for students in power electronics and electrical engineering. Practising engineers who require a guide to the successful implementation of circuit design will also find this book appealing.

Synopsis

This second edition includes updated treatments of many topics, including discontinuous-current characteristics of converters, the short-circuit and overload characteristics of rectifiers, the total voltage drop of converters and rectifier equipment flyback DC-to-DC converters.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0471926167
• ISBN 13: 9780471926160
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 392