Workshop Practice Series 16 – Electric Motors by Jim Cox. Overall, “Electric Motors” is an excellent resource for anyone interested in electric motors. The book is well-written, informative, and easy to understand. The use of diagrams and illustrations to explain complex concepts is a particular strength of the book. It covers a wide range of topics related to electric motors, making it suitable for both beginners and those with some technical knowledge. I highly recommend “Electric Motors” to anyone who wants to learn more about electric motors or those working with them. It is a valuable addition to any technical library.
The Contents of the Book Electric Motor
- Safety Foreword: Importance of Safety
- Basics: Introduction to electric motors and their components
- Induction motors: Working principle and types of induction motors
- Industrial Motor Control
- Operating three-phase machines from single-phase supplies: Methods to operate three-phase motors on single-phase supply
- Commutator motors: Working principle and types of commutator motors
- Stepper motors: Working principle and types of stepper motors
- Speed control and electric braking: Techniques for controlling motor speed and implementing electric braking
- Generators: Working principle and types of generators
- Practical Electric Motor Handbook pdf
- Installation and protection: Guidelines for installing and protecting electric motors
- Identifying and using scrap motors: Tips for identifying and utilizing used or scrap motors
- Test equipment: Equipment used for testing electric motors