Motor Starting and Control Primer: An introduction to the starting techniques and control of electric motors - Paperback

by Steven McFadyen (Author)

Whether you're a busy electrical engineer needing to brush up on motor starting, a time-challenged student new to the subject, or an interested layperson with an hour to spare, this book is the place to start. Steven McFadyen shares his expert knowledge of motor starting in a clear-cut, easily accessible way without time-consuming verbiage or self-aggrandizing discussions. Complete with circuit diagrams and thorough explanations of the most common motor starting methods - and challenges - this book is an invaluable reference. It has something to offer anyone keen to learn new things, while at the same time assisting practicing electrical engineers to design and implement reliable and functional motor starters.

Author Biography

Steven is a chartered electrical engineer with nearly three decades of practical experience working in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australasia. He's worked on an extensive range of projects, from residential high-rise buildings to transportation systems to mining operations to power stations and petrol plants. His vast experience means that there are very few electrical systems he has not encountered.