Electric Motor Handbook [Hardcover]

H. Wayne Beaty (Author), James Kirtley (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0070359717 | ISBN-13: 978-0070359710 | Publication Date: June 30, 1998 | Edition: 1

From portable CD drivers to heavy industry behemoths--all the essential facts about electric motors in one comprehensive reference

It thoroughly covers updated traction applications, the latest on solid-state motor-drive controllers, electrical and mechanical parameters, specifications, shapes, performance, protection, and every size of motor made--from those used in portable CDs to the motors required by heavy industry. (20041101)

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The advent of the personal computer has made the study of electricity an electrical components all the more important. Today, an estimated 3 out of 5 homes have implemented computer systems, and we rely on these instruments in all facets of our daily lives. Accordingly, a true understanding of this topic is necessary for students pursuing science and computer-related degree certification. And that's just where Electric Motor comes into play: In this text students of the discipline will find a wealth of information about all kinds of electric motors and the way that they have been applied to various industries world-wide. Beaty and Kirtley have done an exemplary job in surveying the subject and then creating a manual that is logical and relatively easy to read. In the course of their analysis, the authors discuss the kinds of electrical motors in use today, the ways in which they function, tests to conduct to insure best performance, and ways that motors are designed for different applications. Simply, Electric Motor covers the full spectrum in terms of analyzing the components that drive so many different kinds of systems -- from the work place to the home office, and everything between. Seasoned technicians and under-graduate students alike will be served equally well by this handbook as it offers real insight into the ways the engines of the world turn.

In short, Electric Motor should be required reading in all training courses that explore these subjects. Further recommended as a general reference text for both college and public sector libraries. (Electric Review )

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From portable CD drivers to heavy industry behemoths--all the essential facts about electric motors in one comprehensive reference. This fact-paced handbook is the unrivaled source for professionals who work in electric motors--whether the applications are commercial, industrial, or consumer. It thoroughly covers updated traction applications, the latest on solid-state motor-drive controlers, electrical and mechanical parameters, specifications, shapes, performance, protection, and every size of motor made--from those used in portable CDs to the motors required by heavy industry. The most authoritative book you can buy on electric motor specifications and applications!

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 400 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (June 30, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0070359717
• ISBN-13: 978-0070359710
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 2.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,333,910 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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55 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A mis-titled work - new title: "Theory of Electric Motors", January 27, 2000

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John P. Callan (Portland, Oregon, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Electric Motor Handbook (Hardcover)

This book was a huge disappointment. There is not a useful word in it for the electric motor end-user or designer needing an off-the-shelf electric motor.

If you're looking for information on electric motors, like: lubrication, bearings, seals, cooling, standard mount styles and sizes, common motor abbreviations (TEFC, TEAO, etc.), how to size and choose a motor, energy efficiency, preventative maintenance techniques, or anything that might be even remotely practical, DO NOT waste your time on this book.

McGraw-Hill Publishing would be wise to commission a new book called "Electic Motor Practical Handbook" covering the above mentioned topics. While I own many of McGraw's (usually excellent) "Handbook" series of titles, this is the first that I would rate a utter flop.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars A Completely Misleading Title, January 8, 2001

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Donald Carlson (Elk RIver, MN United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Electric Motor Handbook (Hardcover)

I am a degreed electrical engineer with 7 years of experience in the electric motor industry. Even I couldn't understand this book. Extensive portions of the book state equations using calculus. There is little explaination of the equations. The book appears to be a collection of advanced technical papers previously written for IEEE academic symposiums. Unless you are very comfortable with calculus and already know how to design electric motors, this book will be unintelligable. This collection of advanced academic papers demonstrates the authors command of the discipline and got him published. It was not written to educate the reader. A collection of academic papers does not constitute a handbook. I have a more than mild suspicion the five star review by an earlier "reader" may be a ringer.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good book for the right audience, December 6, 2000

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Lester D. Robinson (Clemmons, NC USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Electric Motor Handbook (Hardcover)

This is probably a great book for the right audience. It seems to be targeted to the design engineer that specs motors for hard-drives, electric cars, etc. It contains a solid mathematical description of the motor characterics which includes the use a calculus. For the product design engineer, this is a great book.

If your a hands on person, a new undergrad looking for intuitive insight, or an old geezer (like me) just trying to remember how motors work and the basics, this probably isn't the book for you if you have even the slightest inclination towards a social life.